The White House responded to criticism about President Trump’s remarks at a rally, where he said Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. The White House said the media's reaction to these comments was exaggerated and not accurate.
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President Donald Trump made a comment at a rally about Iran’s ability to target Los Angeles and San Diego.
Some critics reacted strongly to these remarks.
The White House communications director, Steven Cheung, said the media's reaction was an overreaction.
Cheung posted this response on the social media platform X.
The White House stated that the criticism was not based on the truth.
The incident took place in early May 2024.
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Vice-President JD Vance and Senator Ted Cruz are competing for influence in the Republican Party ahead of the 2028 presidential nomination. Both have criticized each other while trying to show loyalty to President Donald Trump, who remains a key figure for the party.
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The US midterm elections are happening in about a month, and the Republican Party is facing challenges.
JD Vance is currently the front-runner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination but has low popularity within the party.
Senator Ted Cruz has criticized Vance and said the party is still deciding its direction and best candidate.
Vance accused Cruz of acting like a presidential candidate now, while Cruz denied planning to run in 2028.
Both Vance and Cruz have had past conflicts with President Trump but now show strong support for him.
There are rumors that President Trump might try to have a family member succeed him as president.
Some voters have spread unusual or wrong claims about Cruz and Vance, including memes and viral rumors.
Political commentators suggest Vance and Cruz’s current rivalry may eventually end as they work together for the party.
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A recent CBS News poll finds that Hispanic and Latino voters are increasingly supporting the Democratic Party. This shift comes as many express unhappiness with President Trump's approach to the economy and immigration policies.
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Hispanic and Latino voters are moving toward the Democratic Party.
The change is linked to dissatisfaction with President Trump's economic policies.
Harsh immigration rules from the Trump administration also contribute to this shift.
The poll results were shared by CBS News.
Sabrina Rodriguez, a politics reporter, discussed this trend in relation to the upcoming midterm elections.
The article focuses on political opinions of Hispanic voters in the United States.
The timing is important as it relates to current and upcoming elections.
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Sarah Pochin, a Reform UK MP, raised concerns in parliament about the effects of second homes on rural communities. Two days later, she bought an £800,000 second home on Anglesey, a Welsh island known for rising second home ownership, which has impacted local housing availability and services.
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Sarah Pochin is an MP for Runcorn and Helsby in Cheshire and a member of Reform UK.
On June 15, 2025, she asked the housing minister about how second homes affect housing in rural areas.
Two days after asking this question, she bought a Grade-II listed property on Anglesey for £800,000 with her husband.
Anglesey has seen a large increase in second homes, which can reduce housing for local residents and increase prices.
The local council charges a 100% extra tax on second homes to help address housing issues.
Critics say too many second homes can harm local communities by reducing services and pushing families out.
Pochin was elected in May 2025 and was previously a Conservative mayor and local councillor.
Reform UK did not comment on the situation.
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Caleb Flynn, a former contestant on "American Idol," was sentenced in Ohio to life in prison without parole for killing his wife, Ashley. At the sentencing, their daughters shared statements about the impact of the crime on their family.
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Caleb Flynn was convicted of murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn.
The sentencing took place in Ohio.
Flynn received a life sentence without the chance for parole.
Victim impact statements were read from the couple’s daughters.
Caleb Flynn had previously appeared on "American Idol."
The case highlights the consequences of domestic violence and its effect on children.
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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said the number of emergency appeals to the court is increasing a lot, but the court can do little to stop this trend. Many emergency appeals have come during President Donald Trump's second term, involving issues like ballots and other political matters.
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Justice Samuel Alito commented on the rising number of emergency appeals before the Supreme Court.
Emergency appeals ask the court for a fast decision on urgent matters.
The number of these appeals has grown sharply during President Donald Trump's second term.
Some emergency appeals relate to Trump's new ballroom construction and mail ballot restrictions in midterm elections.
The volume of emergency petitions now is similar to the number of full cases the court hears with full arguments each year.
Alito expressed that the court is "not pleased" with some of President Trump's public statements on these issues.
Alito shared these views in a new book released recently.
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Experts and parents discussed how to talk to children about consent following an investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity. The discussion aimed to help parents answer their kids' questions about consent and raise awareness about respectful behavior.
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There is an ongoing investigation into an alleged gang rape at a fraternity house at Cornell University in 2024.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler and educator Jackson Katz spoke on CBS Mornings about teaching kids about consent.
The focus is on helping parents explain consent clearly and promote respectful relationships.
The topic of consent includes teaching kids to understand and respect personal boundaries.
The conversation came in response to questions from parents worried about recent events on college campuses.
The goal is to educate young people early to help prevent sexual violence.
This discussion is part of broader efforts to address sexual misconduct at universities.
The news segment included reactions and questions from parents and students in the Cornell community.
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A recent poll shows that 86 percent of American adults disapprove of the Trump administration using taxpayer money to pay for TV ads that look like campaign commercials. Only 9 percent of people supported spending $20 million of public funds on these ads.
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The poll was done by Reuters and Ipsos.
It found 86% of U.S. adults think it is wrong to use taxpayer money for these ads.
The ads cost $20 million.
Only 9% of people surveyed agreed with using public money for such ads.
The ads were funded by the Trump administration.
These TV ads resembled political campaign promotions.
The survey results were released on Monday.
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The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a record number of cases to remove citizenship from Americans. These cases target 40 people accused of serious crimes and are being handled in various U.S. courts.
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The Department of Justice announced the filing of denaturalization cases on a Monday.
A total of 40 people are targeted in these cases.
The individuals are accused of serious offenses.
The cases are filed across several U.S. district courts.
Denaturalization means removing someone’s citizenship.
This is the highest number of such cases filed by the DOJ at one time.
The DOJ made the announcement through a press release.
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Senator Thom Tillis said it is nearly impossible for Republicans to keep control of the House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm elections. He spoke about divisions in the Republican Party influenced by President Donald Trump and expressed his support for the president as the party leader.
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Senator Thom Tillis represents North Carolina and is a member of the Republican Party.
He said Republicans have a very low chance of winning the House in the 2026 midterms.
Tillis made these comments on the show “The Beat” with Ari Melber.
The Republican Party has internal divisions, some related to President Donald Trump.
Despite the divisions, Tillis supports President Trump as the leader of the party.
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President Donald Trump made remarks at a rally that were widely interpreted as inviting Iran to attack the U.S. cities of Los Angeles and San Diego. California leaders strongly criticized the comments, while the White House said Trump’s intention was to explain why the U.S. is fighting Iran to prevent such attacks.
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President Trump said, "Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego," during a rally about Iran.
California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and mayors of San Diego and Los Angeles, condemned the statement.
The White House said Trump meant that the U.S. is fighting to stop Iran from having the power to attack those cities.
Trump argued that the economic pain from the war was a small price to pay for national security.
San Diego has a large military presence, with over 136,000 active military and civilians working on bases.
Local leaders emphasized San Diego’s identity as a military town and condemned the president’s words.
Analysts were mixed on whether Trump’s language was unclear or directly harmful.
The White House pointed to comments from the Communications Director clarifying Trump’s message.
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A US citizen, Marimar Martinez, who was shot by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent during an immigration crackdown in Chicago, filed a lawsuit against the federal government. She alleges that the agent lied about the shooting and fired at her car from behind, causing her seven gunshot wounds.
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Marimar Martinez was shot by CBP agent Charles Exum on October 4, 2025, in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz.
Federal prosecutors initially charged Martinez with hitting the agent’s vehicle but later dropped the charges.
An expert analysis showed the agent was not in front of Martinez’s car when he fired; instead, he fired from behind her vehicle.
Martinez’s lawyers claim Exum gave false statements to the FBI about the incident, including where he stood and how many shots he fired.
Martinez suffered seven gunshot wounds and was arrested in the hospital but released two days later.
The CBP placed Exum on administrative leave and said the shooting was thoroughly reviewed by an independent board.
The lawsuit was filed under the Federal Tort Claims Act, which holds the government responsible but not individual agents.
Similar shootings occurred in other cities during the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts.
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Holiday shopping is increasing as Amazon starts its Prime Big Deal Days sale. The news report also covers various current events, including President Trump’s campaign activities, protests at Cornell University, and updates on weather and safety issues.
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Amazon has launched its Prime Big Deal Days to boost holiday shopping.
President Donald Trump is actively campaigning, including events in red states and for Ken Paxton.
Protests have occurred on the Cornell University campus related to a rape investigation and other issues.
Severe weather events, such as flooding in Texas and the East Coast nor’easter, are causing problems.
There was a midair emergency involving a FlyDubai flight, with passengers recounting scary moments.
The Pentagon has pulled bombers from a U.K. air base amid security concerns.
Various news stories involve court cases, execution problems, and new technology in health and AI.
CBS News provided tips on holiday shopping and advice for parents about important topics like consent.
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The Australian government is reviewing the use of unmarked communal graves for poor people after reports showed some families were not informed. New South Wales officials will look at changing the burial process to ensure respect and notification for families.
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Unmarked communal graves have been used in Australia to bury poor people, sometimes without telling families.
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park was unaware of this practice and plans to study changes based on Victoria’s burial system where each person gets a marked plot.
NSW government promised a quick review after the Guardian reports raised concerns.
Families and friends have often been left uninformed, which may break health rules and denies them a chance to arrange other funerals.
Independent senator David Pocock wants the Prime Minister to lead a national plan to guarantee respectful burials and family notifications.
War veterans, homeless people, and migrants from poor countries have been buried together in these mass graves.
NSW Health apologized for past failures and said everyone deserves dignity, no matter their money.
Some politicians called for better resources and safeguards to prevent treating death as just a low-cost administrative task.
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Oprah Winfrey announced her 125th book club pick, choosing the book "Hungered" by Amanda Rizkalla. This announcement was made during an appearance on the show "CBS Mornings."
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Oprah Winfrey revealed her latest book club selection on CBS Mornings.
The chosen book is titled "Hungered."
The author of the book is Amanda Rizkalla.
This marks Oprah's 125th book club pick.
The reveal took place during a televised interview segment.
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The US Justice Department under President Trump has started a large effort to cancel the citizenship of 40 naturalized Americans accused of serious crimes or lying during their citizenship process. This move aims to remove citizenship from people who the government says hid important facts or committed criminal acts.
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The Justice Department filed cases to revoke citizenship for over 40 naturalized citizens between August 21 and October 2.
Charges include being a foreign government agent, voluntary manslaughter, and aggravated sodomy against a special-needs man.
Citizenship can be revoked if someone lied or hid key information when becoming a citizen.
In total, about 120 people have had their citizenship revoked from 2017 to late 2025.
The Justice Department plans to increase these denaturalization efforts as part of national security measures.
The individuals come from various countries like Mexico, China, Iran, Pakistan, and the Philippines.
One person, Jinchao Wei, a Chinese-born former US Navy sailor, was convicted of espionage and sentenced to over 16 years in prison.
President Trump’s administration is pushing to expand the categories of people eligible for citizenship revocation to support stricter immigration enforcement.
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A Wisconsin town damaged by a tornado in July is still waiting for help from FEMA, the federal agency that assists with disaster recovery. The town has not yet received aid from the Trump administration.
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A tornado struck a Wisconsin town in July, causing significant damage.
The town has requested assistance from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
FEMA aid has not yet arrived, leaving the community waiting for help.
The current federal government, led by President Donald Trump, oversees FEMA.
The delay in aid affects the town’s ability to recover from the tornado damage.
The news report was covered by CBS News.
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Cornell University faculty are planning a vote of no confidence against the university administration. This comes after criticism of how the school handled an alleged gang rape case in 2024. The vote will be reviewed by the Faculty Senate on October 14.
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Cornell faculty are preparing a no-confidence vote targeting the university administration.
The reason for the vote is the way the administration managed an alleged gang rape case in 2024.
Paul Ortiz, a Cornell professor of labor history, is leading the no-confidence resolution.
The Faculty Senate will consider the resolution on October 14.
The vote aims to express faculty dissatisfaction with the current administration's actions.
No information was given about specific responses from the administration.
The issue relates to university policies and handling of serious student safety concerns.
This event highlights tensions between faculty and administration at Cornell University.
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Phil Collins said that President Trump treats politics like a business deal, which Collins finds concerning. He explained that politics and diplomacy are different from business because they involve careful negotiation where losing some battles can still lead to success.
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Phil Collins described President Trump as “nasty.”
Collins said President Trump views politics as if they were business deals.
Collins emphasized that politics and diplomacy are not the same as business.
He explained that in diplomacy, sometimes you lose smaller fights but still achieve your goals.
The comments were made during an interview on “Piers Morgan Uncensored.”
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President Donald Trump has expressed doubts about mail-in voting, claiming it is prone to cheating, while still encouraging Republicans to vote by mail or in person in the upcoming midterm elections. He met with Tina Peters, a convicted election systems violator who received clemency after Trump’s support, and his administration has been involved in legal actions related to mail-in voting rules.
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President Trump has voted by mail twice in Florida elections this year.
Trump said he prefers in-person voting but allows mail-in voting because people "have no choice."
He claims, without evidence, that mail-in voting leads to a lot of cheating.
Trump met with Tina Peters, who was convicted for breaching Colorado’s voting systems and later pardoned by Governor Jared Polis after Trump's requests.
Trump has encouraged early, in-person, and mail-in voting to defeat Democrats in the midterms.
His administration filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court to change USPS mail ballot rules before the midterms, but the court rejected the appeal.
California officials have denied Trump’s claims of fraud in their elections.
The midterm elections in November will decide control of Congress and influence Trump’s last two years as president.
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