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Latest CBS News Videos - Senators grill Blanche over compensation fund - Senators grilled acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday over the Justice Department's nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate people who claim they were politically targeted. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Caitlin Huey-Burns report. 9H ago - 5:5311 minutes ago
Expert: Current redistricting wave unprecedented -- The redistricting battle for the 2026 midterms will have a profound impact on the balance of power in Washington, D.C. CBS News' David Becker, Anthony Salvanto, Nikole Killion and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.4 hours ago
What's behind Cuba's energy crisis? -- In January, the U.S. began a blockade of oil tankers to Cuba, exacerbating an ongoing energy crisis. Roxanna Vigil, international affairs fellow in national security at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins with analysis.4 hours ago
Barr projected to win Kentucky GOP Senate primary -- CBS News projects that Andy Barr will win the Republican primary for Kentucky Senate. CBS News' Aaron Navarro, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Nikole Killion have more.4 hours ago
Inside the redistricting effect on primaries -- Some Alabama primary races were postponed from Tuesday due to the redrawing of the state's congressional map. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Anthony Salvanto, along with Sabato's Crystal Ball managing editor Kyle Kondik, take a look at how redistricting efforts are changing primary battles across the country.4 hours ago
New video shows fiery moments engine separated from UPS plane in deadly crash -- The NTSB also revealed that the crew of the crashed jet had been reassigned to it after their original plane was taken out of service.5 hours ago
As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings -- The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.6 hours ago
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say -- "These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.8 hours ago
Imam of San Diego mosque says his community has seen a rise in Islamophobia -- The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a rise in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.7 hours ago
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz -- CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.9 hours ago
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds -- But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.8 hours ago
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says -- Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.10 hours ago
Chinese execs, shipping container companies accused of price fixing during pandemic -- The indictment, which was first reported by CBS News, marks the latest in a series of probes by the Justice Dept. related to the COVID-19 pandemic.10 hours ago
Is the teen summer job a thing of the past? -- A summer job was once a seasonal tradition for millions of American teenagers. No more - here's why fewer young people are expected to clock in when school ends.10 hours ago
Polymarket to let users make prediction market bets on private companies -- Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.12 hours ago
The 10 most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home -- Buyers can still find lower-cost homes in some midsize cities, especially across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt, a new analysis finds.13 hours ago
AI sparks backlash from new graduates. How deep does the disapproval go? -- Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.13 hours ago
Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate race ahead of runoff -- President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday in the Texas Senate race, seeking to bring to an end a costly contest just a week ahead of the scheduled runoff.14 hours ago
Exclusive - Chinese companies probed over cuts to shipping container production before pandemic - Investigators have been looking at a handful of Chinese firms that together control the majority of unrefrigerated shipping container manufacturing around the globe, the sources said. 12H ago44 minutes ago
San Diego Islamic Center victims ID'd, security guard remembered as hero -- A security guard who was among the victims killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego is being hailed for his heroism and bravery during the attack.9 hours ago
Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger -- President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.3 hours ago
Stelson to face GOP Rep. Perry in rematch in competitive Pennsylvania district -- Stelson narrowly lost to Perry in 2024 in a district that became more competitive after redistricting nearly a decade ago.3 hours ago
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time -- Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.8 hours ago
DOJ's settlement with Trump bans IRS from taking action over his old tax returns -- The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement deal between the Justice Department and Mr. Trump.8 hours ago
Mike Collins and Derek Dooley advance to runoff in Georgia GOP Senate primary -- Rep. Mike Collins and former college football coach Derek Dooley will advance to a runoff next month in the Georgia GOP primary for Senate, as Republicans vie for an opportunity to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.3 hours ago
Trump's $1.7+ billion fund sparks rush to capitalize: "All J6ers will apply" -- One Republican lawyer close to the administration told CBS News that they expect the fund to face court challenges even though "a lot of people in MAGA world are already counting their money."10 hours ago