The Justice Department is investigating Corey Lewandowski, an ally of President Donald Trump who worked as a top aide at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The inquiry focuses on contracting activities at DHS during President Trump’s second term and began after a referral from the DHS Inspector General.
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Corey Lewandowski served as a top aide to former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
The investigation looks at government contracts managed by DHS in President Trump’s second year in office.
The referral for investigation came from DHS Inspector General Joseph Cuffari.
Lewandowski has not been contacted by the Justice Department and denies any wrongdoing.
Lewandowski acted in a voluntary government role as a special employee during Noem’s leadership.
Both Noem and Lewandowski were removed from their positions after a Congressional hearing about a $220 million DHS digital ad campaign.
President Trump said he was not aware of the specifics of the investigation but emphasized honesty and prosecution if dishonesty is found.
The probe is an unusual case of President Trump’s Justice Department investigating someone close to the president.
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Ohio GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign released an attack ad featuring his Democratic opponent’s estranged mother, which caused a backlash. President Trump defended the ad, but some Republicans criticized it as inappropriate.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is running for governor of Ohio as the Republican nominee.
His campaign shared an ad targeting his Democratic opponent using footage of the opponent’s estranged mother.
The ad has received backlash from some voters and members of the Republican Party.
President Donald Trump publicly supported Ramaswamy’s decision to run the ad.
Some Republican leaders and strategists have condemned the ad and urged its removal.
Political analysts Joe Borelli and Cameron French discussed the ad’s possible effects on the governor’s race.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine advised Ramaswamy to take down the attack ad.
The controversy is part of the wider political activity leading up to the midterm elections.
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A Mississippi police officer shot and killed a 1-year-old boy who was sitting on his mother’s lap during a police stop in June. The state attorney general said the officer was justified in using deadly force. The incident began after the mother was accused of shoplifting diapers, which she denies.
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The shooting happened in Mississippi in June.
The police officer fired into a car where a 1-year-old was sitting with his mother.
The toddler was killed by the gunshot.
The mother was accused of shoplifting a pack of diapers.
The mother denies stealing the diapers.
The state attorney general reviewed the case.
The attorney general decided the officer was justified in using deadly force.
Bodycam footage of the moments before the shooting was recently released.
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Private companies, including large US investors, are buying more care homes for older people in England. This shift raises concerns about higher costs and lower care quality, while smaller care providers are struggling or closing. The Care Quality Commission says clearer planning and better funding are needed to improve social care services.
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The five largest companies now own about one in seven care homes in England, a 26% market increase in two years.
Many care homes are owned by US property investors.
There are worries this trend could lead to higher prices and worse care quality.
Home care services for people living at home have become fragmented, with many very small providers.
Small care homes, especially those combining care and nursing, have dropped by a quarter in 14 years.
Funding for care is unstable, with many users either paying themselves or relying on limited state help.
Some councils find it harder to buy care services for people depending on public funding.
Experts call for better government funding, clearer plans, and support for smaller care providers.
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A fire broke out at an assisted living facility in Mississippi, causing the deaths of two elderly residents in their 80s. Authorities responded to the emergency and are investigating the incident.
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The fire occurred at an assisted living facility in Mississippi.
Two people, both in their 80s, died because of the fire.
Emergency responders attended the scene quickly.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Assisted living facilities provide housing and care for elderly people who need help with daily activities.
This incident highlights fire safety risks in homes for older adults.
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President Donald Trump said that people working for him who are dishonest should be punished by law. This comment came after reports that the Justice Department is investigating Corey Lewandowski for possible misconduct at the Department of Homeland Security.
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President Trump wants honesty from people who work for him and said dishonest people should be prosecuted.
The Justice Department is reportedly investigating Corey Lewandowski, a close ally of Trump, over contract misconduct at DHS.
The probe started after a criminal referral from the DHS inspector general about contracting practices.
Lewandowski served as a top adviser to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during Trump's second term.
Lewandowski's attorney denies any wrongdoing and says Lewandowski has not been contacted by the Justice Department.
Lewandowski had influence over department contracts, personnel, and operations despite being a voluntary adviser.
It is unclear what specific actions are under investigation or which U.S. attorney’s office is leading the investigation.
President Trump did not defend Lewandowski but said people working for him must be honest and face prosecution if they are not.
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A teacher injured in a school shooting in Oregon said she could not protect the students because the shooter was already inside the classroom when she arrived. The shooting killed three children and a teacher; a police investigation continues into how the shooter obtained his legally purchased shotgun.
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The shooting took place last Thursday at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon.
The attacker was a 16-year-old former student who used a pump-action shotgun to enter the classroom.
Three children, ages 5, 8, and 11, and one teacher died in the attack.
Teacher Becky Drury was shot in both arms and pretended to be dead to avoid more shots.
Another teacher helped stop the attacker by throwing a phone and wrestling him before a civilian shot the attacker.
Police said the shotgun was legally bought, possibly by the attacker’s mother, and are still investigating how it was accessed.
Schools in the district reopened except for Silver Rail Elementary; many police officers are present to support students.
Investigators are searching the attacker’s home and looking into his electronic devices and social media.
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A group of UK Members of Parliament (MPs) recommends that more people in England should get the weight-loss injection Mounjaro through the NHS. They say the current plan to provide it to 220,000 people by 2028 is too small and slow, causing many to pay privately or turn to unsafe black market options.
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The NHS plans to offer Mounjaro injections free to 220,000 people by 2028, which covers only about 6% of those eligible.
Over a million people have bought weight-loss injections like Mounjaro privately.
The NHS’s 12-year rollout is slow mainly because of costs and reliance on general practitioners to monitor treatment.
MPs suggest using digital platforms like private providers to reduce costs and speed up access.
Full immediate access for all 2.8 million eligible people would cost the NHS around £15.2 billion over five years.
The committee wants better NHS support for obesity, including diet programs and surgery.
They call for a crackdown on black market weight-loss drugs and a public campaign about their dangers.
NHS England says it is prioritizing treatment for people with the most severe obesity cases.
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A report shows that many children in England are waiting much longer for NHS health care than adults. The number of children waiting over a year for appointments has greatly increased, especially for community health services, causing concerns about worsening health conditions.
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Thousands of children in England face very long waits for NHS healthcare.
80,000 children and young people have waited over a year for community health appointments.
Children’s health problems are getting worse due to these long waits.
Adult waiting times have improved in some areas, but not for children.
The number of health visitors and school nurses has decreased.
There are big differences in health care quality depending on where children live.
Some children have high rates of hospitalization for illnesses like asthma and diabetes.
The government acknowledges challenges but promises to work on improving care and wait times.
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President Donald Trump defended Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for Ohio governor, after criticism over an attack advertisement. The ad targeted Ramaswamy's opponent, Amy Acton, by featuring her estranged mother, which caused backlash from different political sides.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is the Republican nominee for Ohio governor.
An attack ad against Amy Acton, Ramaswamy's opponent, showed her estranged mother.
The ad led to criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.
President Trump publicly supported Ramaswamy despite the controversy.
The news was reported during President Trump’s campaign stop in Iowa.
Other political topics mentioned include midterm election issues and debates.
Ohio Governor DeWine urged Ramaswamy to remove the controversial ad.
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Some members of the House Freedom Caucus are quietly questioning whether Representative Brandon Gill still fits their group. Gill is rising fast in Republican ranks and gaining attention, but some caucus members feel he is less involved with their group and is focused on his own political career.
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Brandon Gill is a 32-year-old freshman representative from Texas and a rising star in the Republican Party.
Some Freedom Caucus members believe Gill is using the group mainly to look conservative but is not actively participating.
There have been private talks about potentially removing Gill from the caucus, but no formal vote has happened.
Gill has strong support from President Trump and other GOP leaders and is running to lead an important House committee.
Some caucus members say Gill has not helped enough with fundraising or supporting colleagues in tough elections.
Gill raised $4.7 million in one fundraising quarter, a large amount for a new member.
The Freedom Caucus has removed members before, including Marjorie Taylor Greene and Ken Buck.
Some Republicans question if Gill’s popularity and viral moments qualify him to lead the Oversight Committee.
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A federal judge in California has stopped a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plan to check voter rolls for noncitizens before the upcoming midterm elections. This raises questions about the government's role in overseeing voter eligibility.
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The midterm elections are less than two weeks away.
DHS tried to find noncitizens on voter registration lists.
A federal judge blocked this DHS effort in California.
The issue focuses on who should check if voters are eligible.
The case highlights concerns about election interference.
The White House is involved, with correspondent Liz Landers reporting on this story.
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Republican Representative Gabe Evans from Colorado discussed his efforts to win a tough reelection and a law he introduced called the Ratepayer Protection Act. This law aimed to stop utility customers from paying the costs of data centers but passed in the House and failed in the Senate by three votes.
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Gabe Evans is a Republican congressman from Colorado.
He introduced the Ratepayer Protection Act in the House of Representatives.
The bill sought to prevent utility customers from shouldering the expenses of data centers.
The bill passed the House with strong support.
The bill did not pass the Senate, missing approval by three votes.
Evans is running for reelection in a competitive district.
He discussed these topics on the CBS News show "The Takeout."
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President Donald Trump said that Iran is trying to raise oil prices on purpose before the U.S. midterm elections. This claim came after Iran said it was responsible for attacks on oil tankers near a key shipping route called the Strait of Hormuz.
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President Trump accused Iran of deliberately increasing oil prices before the midterm elections.
Iran took responsibility for attacking oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important shipping lane for oil.
U.S. gas prices have been rising ahead of the midterm elections.
The situation relates to national security and economic concerns in the U.S.
CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean provided expert commentary on the issue.
The midterm elections are an important political event in the U.S. calendar.
The news was reported by CBS News with video coverage and related political updates.
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The Supreme Court allowed New Hampshire election officials to prevent voters from using student IDs as identification at polling places during the midterm elections. This decision supports a request made by the Republican National Committee (RNC) and follows a dispute over the limits set by a new state law.
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The Supreme Court made this decision on a Thursday before the midterm elections.
New Hampshire election officials can stop voters from using student IDs to prove their identity at polls.
The Republican National Committee supported blocking student IDs as valid voter identification.
A lower court had previously ruled that officials went beyond what the state law allows.
The state law had introduced new restrictions on acceptable types of voter ID.
The ruling clarifies that election officials can enforce these restrictions fully.
The decision impacts how voters show identification when voting in New Hampshire.
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Virginia state Senator Louise Lucas was charged by federal authorities for operating an illegal marijuana business. New York City passed a ban on horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park. A Florida judge ordered President Donald Trump to give a deposition in a $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC or risk dismissal of the case.
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Virginia state Senator Louise Lucas faces federal charges for running a criminal marijuana operation.
New York City lawmakers approved a ban on horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park.
A Florida judge required President Donald Trump to give a deposition in a lawsuit involving $10 billion against the BBC.
The lawsuit demands President Trump’s deposition or the case may be dismissed.
These events were included in a Thursday news summary.
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President Trump said he does not know why the Justice Department is investigating Corey Lewandowski for misconduct. He emphasized that anyone working for him must be honest and that those who are not honest will face legal consequences.
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President Trump addressed an investigation by the Justice Department into Corey Lewandowski.
Lewandowski is being looked at for possible misconduct.
Trump said he does not know why the investigation is happening.
He stated that honesty is important for anyone working for him.
Trump warned that people who are dishonest will face the Justice Department.
The comments were made publicly on a Thursday.
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Maine voters are closely watching a Senate race between Republican Susan Collins, who has served five terms, and Democrat Troy Jackson, a former logger and state lawmaker. The race is very competitive and could impact which party controls the Senate.
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Susan Collins is a Republican senator currently serving her fifth term.
Troy Jackson is a Democrat, previously a logger and state legislator.
The Senate race in Maine is considered a toss-up, meaning it could go either way.
Both the Republican and Democratic parties are actively campaigning for this Senate seat.
The outcome of this race could affect which party controls the United States Senate.
The race is attracting national attention because of its importance.
Lisa Desjardins, a reporter, is covering the race from Maine.
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Jared Kushner strongly denied a Vanity Fair report claiming Dutch intelligence hacked his phone and found secret financial deals involving Middle Eastern governments. Kushner said the claims are false and said there is no evidence to support them.
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The Vanity Fair report says Dutch intelligence got screenshots from Kushner’s iPhone through a Russian spy’s server.
The report claims Kushner accessed a UAE-linked bank account with about $750 million intended for foreign policy efforts.
It also alleges another account in Israel held roughly $1 billion for Kushner’s personal benefit, arranged by UAE and Israeli leaders.
Kushner and his lawyer said these accounts do not exist and called the claims false and defamatory.
Former U.S. Ambassador David Friedman denied knowledge or involvement in any alleged money transfers.
Kushner said he cooperated with multiple investigations during Trump’s first term and none found evidence of wrongdoing.
The accusations are not proven and appear in a forthcoming book by Matthew Cole.
Kushner’s lawyer said they may consider suing over the report.
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Federal Pell Grants, which have helped many low- and middle-income students afford college, will now also fund short-term job training programs. This change aims to help students gain skills and enter the workforce more quickly.
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Pell Grants have traditionally helped students pay for college education.
For the first time, these grants will support short-term vocational training programs.
Vocational training focuses on teaching specific job skills.
This program is called Workforce Pell.
Workforce Pell aims to provide new options for career training.
The change is part of a series called Rethinking College.
The goal is to help students enter the workforce faster.
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