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Judge declines to block Trump order on voter list and mail ballots
The Washington ruling says challengers acted too soon, but leaves room for renewed lawsuits if the administration moves to implement the election directive
Jill Biden says Biden’s 2024 debate left her fearing a stroke
The former first lady told CBS News she was frightened by Joe Biden’s performance, a sharper private reaction than the public encouragement she offered that night and afterward
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge rises to nearly three-year high under Warsh
The April PCE report showed inflation running at a 3.8% annual rate, adding pressure on the new Fed chief as energy costs climb and rate-cut hopes fade
Draft Iran memo would extend ceasefire and reopen Strait of Hormuz, sources say
The proposal remains unfinished, with Iran not yet agreeing to all terms and key questions unresolved over enriched uranium, sanctions and verification
U.S. and Iran Edge Toward Deal, but War Risks Remain
Officials describe progress on a possible agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire, while both sides caution that final terms are not settled
Peanuts’ music owner sues Interior Department, companies over song use
Lee Mendelson Film Productions says Vince Guaraldi’s famous music was used without permission in social posts and a 2025 video game
Trump delays Iran strike as Gulf allies press for talks
The president said he was close to ordering new strikes but would give Pakistan-brokered negotiations a few days, while warning that military action remains possible
Some Medicare Patients Can Now Get Free CBD Under Test Program
The Trump administration authorized a trial to examine whether the cannabis compound can ease symptoms and reduce health care costs for older patients
Army safety specialist warns Pentagon drone push may raise accident risks
A March memo obtained by CBS News described a mini-drone blast that injured a Special Forces soldier and questioned whether explosive safeguards are keeping pace with rapid drone development
Pirro warns parents could face charges over teens’ curfew violations
The D.C. U.S. attorney said her office may use a delinquency statute against parents as officials respond to large teen gatherings in parts of the city