Friday, April 17, 2026 8:59 AM ET
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Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30 -- The House OK'd a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted and refused President Trump's push for a longer extension.2 hours ago
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies -- GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.12 hours ago
ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring -- Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.13 hours ago
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems -- The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.10 hours ago
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony -- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.14 hours ago
Cuban leader says country will "be ready" for possible U.S. attack -- Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight back.16 hours ago
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director -- CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.17 hours ago
"Arc de Trump" receives preliminary design approval from arts commission -- The plans call for the arch to be built on Columbia Island, a man-made strip of land in the Potomac River that is part of Washington, D.C.18 hours ago
Federal judge blocks above-ground White House ballroom construction -- But underground construction work on a presidential bunker underneath the ballroom can continue, the judge said.19 hours ago
Latest effort to rein in Trump on Iran falls short in House vote -- Few Republicans have been willing to distance themselves from the president as the war's end remains uncertain.20 hours ago
Trump to sign executive order on psychedelic drug used abroad to treat PTSD -- Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma.21 hours ago
Mamdani says he and Trump "are in touch," have "one place of agreement" -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.21 hours ago
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax kills wife, fatally shoots self, police say -- Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself what police described as a murder-suicide in their home in Annandale, Virginia, police said Thursday.22 hours ago
Caine warns "we will use force" if Iran does not comply with blockade -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday thatthe U.S. military can "make the transition" from the blockade to "major combat operations."1 day ago