Trump taps prosecutor Jay Clayton as next director of national intelligence
Politics Trump nominating prosecutor Jay Clayton to be next director of national intelligence By Kathryn Watson Kathryn Watson Politics Reporter Kathryn Watson is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Kathryn Watson June 11, 2026 / 2:14 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — President Trump on Thursday announced he's nominating Jay Clayton, the current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to be the next director of nation...
U.S. monitoring Chinese activity in South China Sea around disputed shoal
Exclusive Politics U.S. monitoring Chinese activity in South China Sea around disputed shoal 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, Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News. Twice Emmy-nomina...
Trump Administration Insists Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead—But Reportedly Still Working To Pay Allies
BreakingBusinessTrump Administration Insists Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead—But Reportedly Still Working To Pay AlliesByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 01:26pm EDTToplineThe Trump administration’s $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund may not be as dead as it’s publicly suggested, as The Atlantic reports government officials are still quietly working to get money to President Donald Trump’s allies—und...
Global wars, a depleted military and stubborn Labour MPs: Healey exposes Starmer’s perfect storm
There is no narrative to convince the British public that difficult economic decisions on defence will be worth itUK politics live – latest updatesAs Labour MPs set out the case for change in the tea rooms and bars of Westminster, there is usually one caveat. They believed the prime minister was an asset when it came to national security and had performed beyond expectations on the world stage.Now that reputation too lies in tatters, after the resignation of John Healey with one of the most quie...
Trump health mystery deepens as army of doctors checks president
Trump health mystery deepens as army of doctors checks presidentSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CHASE HOPE, POLITICAL REPORTER FOR THE DAILY MAIL Published: 17:26, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 17:29, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Polite but deadly: John Healey skewers Keir Starmer as he heads for the door | John Crace
The defence secretary’s departure was the wrong resignation at the worst possible time for the prime ministerUK politics live – latest updatesDuring Wednesday’s prime minister’s questions, the defence secretary was standing at the other end of the Commons, away from other cabinet members on the government frontbench. His expression gave nothing away as Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch blamed one another for spending too much on welfare and not enough on defence. In hindsight, he was possibly think...
U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors
Politics U.S. charges 3 for alleged smuggling conspiracy involving unaccompanied minors By Sarah N. Lynch, Sarah N. Lynch Senior Justice Department Reporter Sarah N. Lynch is the senior Justice Department reporter for CBS News, based in Washington, D.C. Read Full Bio Sarah N. Lynch, Nicole Sganga Nicole Sganga Homeland Security and Justice Correspondent Nicole Sganga is CBS News' homeland security and justice correspondent. She is based in Washington, D.C., and reports for all shows and platform...
March to dominance: How victories in states is consolidating BJP in Parliament
The BJP, once a two-seat party, now dominates Indian politics, transforming Atal Bihari Vajpayee's prophecy into reality. Recent state victories, particularly in West Bengal, are strategically bolstering its parliamentary numbers. This focus on consolidation aims to achieve long-term legislative goals like 'One Nation, One Election' and the Uniform Civil Code.
Trump arch construction could take 20 hours a day for 2-3 years, documents say
Politics Trump's arch construction could take 20 hours a day for 2-3 years, documents say By Caroline Linton, Caroline Linton Associate Managing Editor, Politics Caroline Linton is an associate managing editor on the political team for CBSNews.com. She has previously written for The Daily Beast, Newsweek and amNewYork. Read Full Bio Caroline Linton, Kathryn Krupnik June 11, 2026 / 11:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Federal officials are seeking an aggressive work schedule to construc...
John Healey’s departure is less of a surprise than it might seem
Despite his managerial veneer and quiet approach, outgoing defence secretary is a highly political operatorUK politics live – latest updatesIf there was one thing for which Downing Street could rely on with John Healey, it was avoiding unnecessary drama. Whether in parliament or on the morning broadcast round, his sober suits and general demeanour of a benign but firm headmaster spelled reassurance.But then just before 12.10pm on Wednesday, the drama arrived. In a letter posted to social media,...
Senate map tightens as top forecaster moves 3 races toward Democrats
A leading nonpartisan political handicapper shifted three Senate races toward the Democrats on Thursday and predicted that with just under five months to go until the midterm elections, the Democrats have a "clearer path to winning the Senate majority."But Sabato's Crystal Ball at the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia adds that despite the shifts, "we still favor Republicans in the overall race for the Senate."Republicans currently control the Senate 53-47 but are battling stiff...
Albania’s Protests Against Jared And Ivanka’s Resort Plans Are Getting Bigger
BreakingBusinessAlbania’s Protests Against Jared And Ivanka’s Resort Plans Are Getting BiggerByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 10:27am EDTToplineProtests in Albania against Jared Kushner’s planned resort development in the country reached their largest size yet on Wednesday, Reuters reports, amid continued environmental concerns over the construction project that are upending the country’s politics.Protes...
Trump threatens to seize control of Iranian oil and gas facilities as tensions escalate
US president warns of further military action as both sides accuse each other of breaching temporary ceasefireMiddle East crisis – live updatesUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has said the US will take control of Iran’s oil and gas infrastructure and launch further strikes on Iran on Thursday night, just hours after the two countries exchanged fire for the second consecutive day despite a nominal ceasefire in place.In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the US would hit Iran “VERY HA...
Trump Says U.S. Will Hit Iran ‘VERY HARD TONIGHT,’ Threatening Major Escalation Of War
BreakingBusinessTrump Says U.S. Will Hit Iran ‘VERY HARD TONIGHT,’ Threatening Major Escalation Of WarBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 08:57am EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump said the U.S. would attack Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT,” he wrote on Truth Social, threatening to also take over Kharg Island, major infrastructure and Iran’s oil and gas markets.President Donald Trump speaks to the press before boarding Air Force One...
Right must unite to offer real choice over 'crazy' alternatives, says Liz Truss
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has told GB News that politicians on the right need to unite to offer a credible alternative to the "crazy" policies of some parties.Asked if British politics is more polarised than ever before, she said: "People are turning to the Green Party because they're desperate, and unfortunately some young people, in particular, seem to think that communism might be the solution."Now, I don't agree with that, but I think it's a reflection of how badly broken our system is...
John Healey resigns as defence secretary over military spending
Minister accuses Starmer of being ‘unable to commit the resources to defend the country at this time of rising threats’• UK politics live – latest updatesThe defence secretary, John Healey, has resigned over the government’s defence spending plans.The long-awaited defence investment plan was expected to be published imminently, but in a letter to the prime minister, Keir Starmer, Healey said it fell “well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time”. Continue rea...
Democrats prepare for potential election interference in midterms – US politics live
The Democrats are wargaming messaging strategies over fears that Donald Trump may try to influence the midterm electionsHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.The Democrats are considering messaging strategies and considering legal action amid fears that Donald Trump, or malign foreign actors, will try to influence the midterm elections.Trump has talked about stealing the election, violating the election, perverting the election, over and over again.And woe be us, and woe be anyone who b...
Poll: Most believe extraterrestrial life exists – and some think it's already here
Politics CBS News poll finds most Americans believe extraterrestrial life exists – and some think it's already here By Jennifer De Pinto, Anthony Salvanto, Anthony Salvanto CBS News Director of Elections and Surveys Anthony Salvanto, Ph.D., is CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys. He oversees the CBS News Poll and all surveys across topics and heads the CBS News Decision Desk that estimates outcomes on election nights Read Full Bio Anthony Salvanto, Fred Backus June 11, 2026 / 7...
Britain has hit 'tripwrire' amid 'new Troubles' in Belfast, Donald Trump allies say
Figures close to Donald Trump have issued stark warnings that Britain has reached a critical flashpoint following violent anti-immigration unrest in Belfast.Jack Posobiec, a Maga commentator with strong connections to the Trump administration, said: "It's the new Troubles."Steve Bannon, a longstanding confidant of the US president, described the moment as a "tripwire" for British politics.Speaking on his War Room programme, Mr Bannon said of those taking to the streets: "You're going to hit thei...
House to take up last-minute extension of FISA spy power in likely-doomed vote
Politics House to take up last-minute extension of key FISA spy power, but uproar over Bill Pulte could doom vote 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 June 11, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Go...