Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1:40 PM ET
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U.S. confirms it has weapons in space. China and Russia have responded. -- China warned against turning outer space into a "battlefield" after the U.S. confirmed that it has weapons deployed in space.45 minutes ago
Judge rules Kennedy Center board cannot put Trump's name on building again -- The Kennedy Center board, which is filled with President Trump's allies, is set to vote Tuesday on a new plan to close the center for two years of renovations.1 hour ago
In Washington, unlikely bedfellows like Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon talk about making AI "humans first" -- As AI CEOs call for a slowdown, President Trump wants acceleration. But the issue is gaining bipartisan momentum.1 hour ago
Delaware holds U.S. Senate primary and more races to watch today -- Delaware Sen. Chris Coons is seeking the Democratic nomination for a third full term.7 hours ago
Blanche defends mail ballot changes, says election practices are being probed -- Attorney General Todd Blanche fiercely defended the Trump administration's push to impose tighter mail voting rules, telling CBS News the DOJ is examining election practices in multiple states.16 hours ago
Trump nominates Lee Greenwood's wife to serve as ambassador to Barbados -- President Trump on Monday nominated Kimberly Greenwood, the wife of "God Bless the USA" singer Lee Greenwood, to serve as ambassador to Barbados and several other Caribbean countries.16 hours ago
Democrats vow to investigate Trump pardon brokers if party controls Congress -- Senior Democratic lawmakers vowed to investigate the new market that has sprung up around President Trump's pardons, citing CBS News video that aired in a 60 Minutes report.16 hours ago
Supreme Court blocks new USPS rules for mail ballots in blow to Trump -- The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing new regulations for mail voting, rejecting the Trump administration's effort to move forward with the rules in the midterms.4 hours ago
Blanche vows to release more 9/11 docs: "We're not protecting people" -- Attorney General Todd Blanche says the government is not withholding documents to protect another country, days after 9/11 families publicly appealed to the Trump administration for more information to be released.16 hours ago
Alligator Alcatraz had cramped conditions, "small metal enclosures," watchdog finds -- DHS's internal watchdog is sharply criticizing conditions in a Florida immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," finding detainees at the now-closed facility were held in "cramped conditions."19 hours ago
Mitch McConnell returns to Capitol Hill after monthslong absence -- GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to Capitol Hill on Monday for the first time in three months, ending a prolonged absence that sparked widespread speculation about his health.19 hours ago
John Brennan subpoenaed in Florida "grand conspiracy" probe -- Former CIA Director John Brennan was subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury in Florida as part of the "grand conspiracy" investigation into Obama- and Biden-era officials last week.19 hours ago
Abbott Labs to pay nearly $385M in case over bacterial contamination at plant -- The case stems from a Cronobacter bacterial contamination at one of Abbott Laboratories' Michigan plants.23 hours ago
EPA to eliminate limits on climate pollution from power plants -- The rule, which is expected to face immediate legal challenges, also could prevent future administrations from regulating greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, sources said.23 hours ago