Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran
Politics Trump says U.S. is "getting a lot closer" to agreement with Iran By Nancy Cordes, Nancy Cordes Chief White House Correspondent Nancy Cordes is CBS News' chief White House correspondent based in Washington, D.C. Cordes has won numerous awards for her reporting, including multiple Emmys, Edward R. Murrow awards, and an Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award. Read Full Bio Nancy Cordes, Ed O'Keefe, Ed O'Keefe Senior White House and Political Correspondent Ed O'Keefe is CBS News' senior...
Inside the rise of hardship politics as wealthy Democrats eye 2028
Wealthy Democrats eyeing higher political aspirations are leaning into stories of childhood hardship and family trauma as privilege becomes a political liability on the left, according to J.P. De Gance, founder of the nonprofit Communio."Privilege is one of the worst things you can have within progressive ideology," De Gance told Fox News Digital.Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom has become one of the clearest examples of that tension, DeGance explained. In his recent memoir and media prof...
WATCH: House Dems unload on Texas Democrat over ‘demented’ antisemitic comments
House Democrats publicly distanced themselves from Texas congressional candidate Maureen Galindo for her recent remarks calling for ICE detention centers to be turned into prisons for "American Zionists." "Maureen Galindo is a moral disgrace who has no business running for, let alone holding, elected office," Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., told Fox News Digital. "So she should withdraw from the race out of shame.""That kind of rhetoric has no place in our politics and we should not accept that kin...
Ivanka Trump targeted in twisted ASSASSINATION plot to seek revenge on president - reports
Ivanka Trump targeted in twisted ASSASSINATION plot to seek revenge on president - reportsPolitics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to American politics... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 04:31, 23 May 2026 | Updated: 04:31, 23 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Jeep faces being forced to change name over 'cultural appropriation' under woke professor's plan to overhaul federal law
Jeep faces being forced to change name over 'cultural appropriation' under woke professor's plan to overhaul federal lawPolitics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to American politics... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 03:33, 23 May 2026 | Updated: 03:33, 23 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign catches fire as explosion in donations brings him almost level with incumbent Karen Bass
Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign catches fire as explosion in donations brings him almost level with incumbent Karen BassPolitics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to American politics... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 00:27, 23 May 2026 | Updated: 00:31, 23 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
Politics Sen. Ted Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over "anti-weaponization fund" in meeting with GOP senators 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 Updated on: May 22, 2026 / 6:34 PM EDT / CBS News Ad...
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
Politics U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran 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, Jennifer Jacobs, Jennifer Jacobs Senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs is a senior White House reporter at CBS News. Read Full Bio Jennifer Jacobs, Mar...
Tulsi Gabbard's wild ride from Democratic star to Trump's top spy... before she was frozen out, allegedly spied on by her own CIA and sparked a crisis for a 2028 candidate
Tulsi Gabbard's wild ride from Democratic star to Trump's top spy... before she was frozen out, allegedly spied on by her own CIA and sparked a crisis for a 2028 candidateSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NICK ALLEN, US NEWS EDITOR (POLITICS) and ROSS IBBETSON, ASSOCIATE EDITOR Published: 22:54, 22 May 2026 | Updated: 22:58, 22 May 2026 e-mail View comments
As Trump flexes his muscle on the campaign trail, he faces rare setbacks on Capitol Hill: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskAs Trump flexes his muscle on the campaign trail, he faces rare setbacks on Capitol Hill: From the Politics DeskPlus, Tulsi Gabbard becomes the fourth Cabinet official to depart the Trump administration this term. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleTrump may need to ‘personally’ get involved to fix rift with Senate Republicans: Analysis17:07Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 22, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelco...
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
Politics Trump administration to require most immigrants seeking green cards to leave the U.S. first By Camilo Montoya-Galvez Camilo Montoya-Galvez Immigration Correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez is the Immigration Correspondent at CBS News, where his reporting is featured across multiple programs and platforms, including national broadcast shows, CBS News 24/7, CBSNews.com and the organization's social media accounts. Read Full Bio Camilo Montoya-Galvez May 22, 2026 / 2:59 PM EDT / CBS News Add...
US intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard leaving post after rocky tenure
White House reportedly forced Gabbard to resign after being sidelined from Iran and Venezuela operations and becomes fourth woman to depart Trump’s cabinetUS politics - live updatesSign up for the Breaking News US emailTulsi Gabbard is leaving her post as US director of national intelligence following a tumultuous stint in which she was largely sidelined as Donald Trump launched attacks on Venezuela and Iran.In a letter to the US president, she said she would resign and leave her post on 30 June...
Tulsi Gabbard Resigns As Director Of National Intelligence—After Contradicting Trump On Iran War
BreakingBusinessTulsi Gabbard Resigns As Director Of National Intelligence—After Contradicting Trump On Iran WarBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorMay 22, 2026, 01:24pm EDTToplineDirector of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is resigning, multiple outlets reported, the latest in a recent string of high-profile exits among Trump Cabinet members after Gabbard was reportedly iced out of operations regarding the Iran war. Director of Nati...
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
World Rapid rise of "Cockroach Janta Party" online protest movement appears to spook India's leaders By Arshad R. Zargar May 22, 2026 / 12:47 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google New Delhi — India's political establishment has a cockroach problem, and the government seems to be taking it seriously. The infestation is not of insects, however, but millions of young Indians taking part in a viral online protest movement.On Thursday, the account of the "Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)" was blocked o...
Texas Democratic candidate condemned for comments about ‘prison for American Zionists’
Democrats allege that conservative groups may be propping up campaign of Maureen Galindo for House seatUS politics live – latest updatesA Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing bipartisan condemnation and accusations of antisemitism after she said she wanted to turn an immigration detention facility into a “prison for American Zionists” if elected – leaving Democrats scrambling to ostracize her from the party and alleging that conservative groups may be propping up her campaign.Maureen Ga...
CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Politics CBS News poll finds most Americans doubt U.S. government will ensure AI is used appropriately By Jennifer De Pinto May 22, 2026 / 12:26 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Most Americans continue to believe AI will reduce the number of jobs in the U.S., but that's not their only AI concern. They are also skeptical about whether the U.S. government will implement a policy to ensure the technology is used appropriately.That skepticism is fairly widespread. Majorities across age group...
What can Arsenal teach Keir Starmer about politics? You need a clear vision, a tight grip – and hope | Jonathan Freedland
The sensational title win didn’t happen by accident, it took years of dedication and planning, something the PM should noteObviously, I know that politics and football are different. One is a high-stakes endeavour that affects the lives of hundreds of millions of people, with an impact felt around the globe and down the generations – and the other is politics. I know too that there will be plenty of readers who will be like I was until nearly a couple of decades ago: cheerfully indifferent to th...
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Politics Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair at White House, replacing Powell 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 Updated on: May 22, 2026 / 12:11 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the chairman of the Federal Reserve on Friday, taking the reins of the central bank from Jerome P...
Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in $1.7B fund, now says he allowed it
Politics Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in creation of "anti-weaponization" fund, now says he allowed it By Melissa Quinn Melissa Quinn Senior Reporter, Politics Melissa Quinn is a senior reporter for CBSNews.com, where she covers U.S. politics, with a focus on the Supreme Court and federal courts. Read Full Bio Melissa Quinn May 22, 2026 / 12:11 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — President Trump on Friday defended the Justice Department's new $1.7 billion "anti-weapo...
Palantir hits back at Sadiq Khan after £50m contract with Met police blocked
London mayor accused of ‘putting politics above public safety’ for rejecting deal to use AI in intelligence analysisPalantir has accused Sadiq Khan of “putting politics above public safety” after the London mayor blocked its £50m contract with the Metropolitan police in a move that has also led to tensions inside Labour over its involvement with the US tech company.Louis Mosley, who heads Palantir in the UK and Europe, accused Khan of politicising procurement after he rejected a two-year deal fo...