U.S. monitoring Chinese activity in South China Sea around disputed shoal
Exclusive Politics U.S. monitoring Chinese activity in South China Sea around disputed shoal By James LaPorta, James LaPorta National security coordinating producer James LaPorta is the national security coordinating producer for the CBS News' Washington bureau. He is a former U.S. Marine veteran infantryman and veteran of the Afghanistan war. Read Full Bio James LaPorta, Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News. Twice Emmy-nomina...
Trump Administration Insists Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead—But Reportedly Still Working To Pay Allies
BreakingBusinessTrump Administration Insists Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead—But Reportedly Still Working To Pay AlliesByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 01:26pm EDTToplineThe Trump administration’s $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund may not be as dead as it’s publicly suggested, as The Atlantic reports government officials are still quietly working to get money to President Donald Trump’s allies—und...
Global wars, a depleted military and stubborn Labour MPs: Healey exposes Starmer’s perfect storm
There is no narrative to convince the British public that difficult economic decisions on defence will be worth itUK politics live – latest updatesAs Labour MPs set out the case for change in the tea rooms and bars of Westminster, there is usually one caveat. They believed the prime minister was an asset when it came to national security and had performed beyond expectations on the world stage.Now that reputation too lies in tatters, after the resignation of John Healey with one of the most quie...
Polite but deadly: John Healey skewers Keir Starmer as he heads for the door | John Crace
The defence secretary’s departure was the wrong resignation at the worst possible time for the prime ministerUK politics live – latest updatesDuring Wednesday’s prime minister’s questions, the defence secretary was standing at the other end of the Commons, away from other cabinet members on the government frontbench. His expression gave nothing away as Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch blamed one another for spending too much on welfare and not enough on defence. In hindsight, he was possibly think...
U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors
Politics U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors By Sarah N. Lynch, Sarah N. Lynch Senior Justice Department Reporter Sarah N. Lynch is the senior Justice Department reporter for CBS News, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Sarah N. Lynch, Nicole Sganga Nicole Sganga Homeland Security and Justice Correspondent Nicole Sganga is CBS News' homeland security and justice correspondent. She is based in Washington, D.C., and reports for all shows and platform...
March to dominance: How victories in states is consolidating BJP in Parliament
The BJP, once a two-seat party, now dominates Indian politics, transforming Atal Bihari Vajpayee's prophecy into reality. Recent state victories, particularly in West Bengal, are strategically bolstering its parliamentary numbers. This focus on consolidation aims to achieve long-term legislative goals like 'One Nation, One Election' and the Uniform Civil Code.
John Healey’s departure is less of a surprise than it might seem
Despite his managerial veneer and quiet approach, outgoing defence secretary is a highly political operatorUK politics live – latest updatesIf there was one thing for which Downing Street could rely on with John Healey, it was avoiding unnecessary drama. Whether in parliament or on the morning broadcast round, his sober suits and general demeanour of a benign but firm headmaster spelled reassurance.But then just before 12.10pm on Wednesday, the drama arrived. In a letter posted to social media,...
Senate map tightens as top forecaster moves 3 races toward Democrats
A leading nonpartisan political handicapper shifted three Senate races toward the Democrats on Thursday and predicted that with just under five months to go until the midterm elections, the Democrats have a "clearer path to winning the Senate majority."But Sabato's Crystal Ball at the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia adds that despite the shifts, "we still favor Republicans in the overall race for the Senate."Republicans currently control the Senate 53-47 but are battling stiff...
Albania’s Protests Against Jared And Ivanka’s Resort Plans Are Getting Bigger
BreakingBusinessAlbania’s Protests Against Jared And Ivanka’s Resort Plans Are Getting BiggerByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 10:27am EDTToplineProtests in Albania against Jared Kushner’s planned resort development in the country reached their largest size yet on Wednesday, Reuters reports, amid continued environmental concerns over the construction project that are upending the country’s politics.Protes...
Trump threatens to seize control of Iranian oil and gas facilities as tensions escalate
US president warns of further military action as both sides accuse each other of breaching temporary ceasefireMiddle East crisis – live updatesUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has said the US will take control of Iran’s oil and gas infrastructure and launch further strikes on Iran on Thursday night, just hours after the two countries exchanged fire for the second consecutive day despite a nominal ceasefire in place.In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the US would hit Iran “VERY HA...
Trump Says U.S. Will Hit Iran ‘VERY HARD TONIGHT,’ Threatening Major Escalation Of War
BreakingBusinessTrump Says U.S. Will Hit Iran ‘VERY HARD TONIGHT,’ Threatening Major Escalation Of WarBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 08:57am EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump said the U.S. would attack Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT,” he wrote on Truth Social, threatening to also take over Kharg Island, major infrastructure and Iran’s oil and gas markets.President Donald Trump speaks to the press before boarding Air Force One...
Right must unite to offer real choice over 'crazy' alternatives, says Liz Truss
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has told GB News that politicians on the right need to unite to offer a credible alternative to the "crazy" policies of some parties.Asked if British politics is more polarised than ever before, she said: "People are turning to the Green Party because they're desperate, and unfortunately some young people, in particular, seem to think that communism might be the solution."Now, I don't agree with that, but I think it's a reflection of how badly broken our system is...
John Healey resigns as defence secretary over military spending
Minister accuses Starmer of being ‘unable to commit the resources to defend the country at this time of rising threats’• UK politics live – latest updatesThe defence secretary, John Healey, has resigned over the government’s defence spending plans.The long-awaited defence investment plan was expected to be published imminently, but in a letter to the prime minister, Keir Starmer, Healey said it fell “well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time”. Continue rea...
Democrats prepare for potential election interference in midterms – US politics live
The Democrats are wargaming messaging strategies over fears that Donald Trump may try to influence the midterm electionsHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.The Democrats are considering messaging strategies and considering legal action amid fears that Donald Trump, or malign foreign actors, will try to influence the midterm elections.Trump has talked about stealing the election, violating the election, perverting the election, over and over again.And woe be us, and woe be anyone who b...
Britain has hit 'tripwrire' amid 'new Troubles' in Belfast, Donald Trump allies say
Figures close to Donald Trump have issued stark warnings that Britain has reached a critical flashpoint following violent anti-immigration unrest in Belfast.Jack Posobiec, a Maga commentator with strong connections to the Trump administration, said: "It's the new Troubles."Steve Bannon, a longstanding confidant of the US president, described the moment as a "tripwire" for British politics.Speaking on his War Room programme, Mr Bannon said of those taking to the streets: "You're going to hit thei...
House to take up last-minute extension of FISA spy power in likely-doomed vote
Politics House to take up last-minute extension of key FISA spy power, but uproar over Bill Pulte could doom vote By Caitlin Yilek Caitlin Yilek Politics Reporter Caitlin Yilek is a politics reporter at CBSNews.com, based in Washington, D.C. She previously worked for the Washington Examiner and The Hill, and was a member of the 2022 Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship with the National Press Foundation. Read Full Bio Caitlin Yilek June 11, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Go...
Northern Ireland secretary condemns Belfast riots as ‘racist thuggery’ after 12 police officers injured – UK politics live
‘If you are targeting people on the basis of the colour of their skin how else can you describe them?’ said Hilary BennFull report: Police use water cannon against rioters in Northern IrelandGood morning. Hilary Benn, secretary for Northern Ireland, has accused people online of trying to incite disorder in Belfast after two days of unrest in the city after a knife attack.This comes after a second night of violent unrest in the area, where police used a water cannon to disperse a crowd of about 3...
Here's who will face off in California's new House districts as Dems seek edge
Politics California redrew its House map to give Democrats an edge. Here's who will face off in the new districts. By Caroline Linton Caroline Linton Associate Managing Editor, Politics Caroline Linton is an associate managing editor on the political team for CBSNews.com. She has previously written for The Daily Beast, Newsweek and amNewYork. Read Full Bio Caroline Linton June 10, 2026 / 11:06 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google After a lengthy tallying process, the initial results of Calif...
U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard"
Politics U.S. launches more strikes on Iranian targets after Trump promises to hit Iran "hard" By Joe Walsh Joe Walsh Senior Editor, Politics Joe Walsh is a senior editor for digital politics at CBS News. Joe previously covered breaking news for Forbes and local news in Boston. Read Full Bio Joe Walsh June 10, 2026 / 5:44 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The U.S. military launched an additional round of strikes on targets within Iran early Thursday morning local time, U.S. Central Comman...
The limits of self-funding: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskThe limits of self-funding: From the Politics DeskPlus, Iran war whiplash. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleSteve Hilton advances to the general election in California governor's race04:07Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 10, 2026, 5:11 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capito...