Judges allow North Carolina to use House map drawn in bid to give GOP another seat
Federal judges have allowed North Carolina to use a redrawn congressional map designed to give Republicans an additional U.S. House seat.
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Supreme Court halts ruling that tossed out Texas' House maps — for now
Texas asked the Supreme Court on Friday to halt a court order that threw out the state's redrawn House maps in time for next month's candidate filing deadline — arguing the new maps were driven by politics, not race.
Texas appeals block on its newly drawn congressional map to Supreme Court
Hours after federal judges blocked Texas from using a newly drawn Congressional map, state leaders filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court.
Judge lashes out over ruling on Texas maps: "The opinion would deserve an 'F'"
A federal judge penned a heated dissent after this week's ruling that blocked Texas' redistricting effort, accusing the judge who wrote the majority opinion of "outrageous conduct" and "cherry-picking of the highest order."
Challenges to Texas redistricting
A federal court has blocked the state of Texas from enforcing its new congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterms. CBS News' Hunter Woodall explains.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map for 2026 elections
A federal court ordered Texas to use House district lines adopted in 2021 for next year's congressional elections.
Justice Department sues to block California's new congressional map
The Justice Department has joined a lawsuit seeking to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters.
Redistricting efforts face backlash
Several state politicians attempting to join efforts to redistrict are facing opposition. CBS News' Hunter Woodall reports.
How redistricting could affect House power
The U.S. is less than a year out from the midterm elections and CBS News' Anthony Salvanto is following the battle over redistricting that could shape the House's balance of power next year.
Utah judge rejects Republican-drawn congressional map
A Utah judge rejected a new congressional map drawn by Republican lawmakers and adopted an alternate proposal creating a Democrat-leaning district ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Newsom rallies in Texas after Prop 50 win
California Gov. Gavin Newsom rallied crowds in Texas over the weekend to celebrate his state's passage of Proposition 50, a congressional redistricting measure he spearheaded amid Texas' efforts to redraw its own legislative maps. CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle has more details.
Examining merits of California GOP lawsuit
California Republicans are suing to block the state from redrawing its congressional map to favor Democrats. CBS News election law expert David Becker joins with analysis.
California voters pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps, CBS News projects
California voters have passed Proposition 50, CBS News projects, approving a measure that will redraw the state's congressional districts.
Potential consequences of Prop 50 redistricting measure, beyond California
California's approval of Proposition 50 sets in motion a redistricting plan that could result in pickups of five seats for Democrats in the Golden State — an effort that may ripple beyond California's borders.
What to know about California's Prop 50
Voters in California are deciding whether the state will redraw its congressional maps to favor Democrats ahead of next year's midterm elections. The ballot measure, known as Proposition 50, is backed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom. CBS News investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
Exit polls on Californians' feelings about U.S.
Voters in California are deciding on whether the state can redraw its congressional maps. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos reports from Sacramento. Then, Republican strategist Danielle Alvarez joins with analysis on the 2025 elections.
California voters to decide on redistricting
California voters are deciding on Prop 50 this Election Day. The Democrat-led effort calls for the use of redistricted congressional maps through 2030. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has more details.
Indiana governor will try to redistrict
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced a special legislative session to redraw the state's congressional districts amid pressure from Republicans. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Highlights from Gavin Newsom's "Sunday Morning" interview: Proposition 50, opposing Trump, and 2028
California's Democratic governor talked with "CBS Sunday Morning" about redistricting, the "future of this republic," and his own plans for a presidential run.
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Newsom says he will consider White House run after 2026 elections
In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.
California voters polled on Gavin Newsom
California voters are set to vote on Proposition 50 next month, which would allow congressional redistricting the state that favors Democrats. CBS News polling dove deeper into the Golden State's views on national issues like the 2028 presidential race. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data.
North Carolina legislature passes new congressional map
The proposed map targets a closely- divided House district currently held by a Democrat.
California voters polled on Prop 50
Democrats in California want to add more of their party's seats to Congress, but they need voters' approval first. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data on how voters are feeling about the redistricting effort.
The fight over California's Prop 50
In town halls, on California streets and in commercials with high-profile politicians, there's a fight for votes for and against what's called "Proposition 50." As Nidia Cavazos reports, the outcome could impact the number of California Democrats and Republicans elected to the House in the 2026 midterm elections.
NC Democratic Party chair on redistricting
The North Carolina state Senate has approved a new congressional map, favoring Republicans in a growing trend of redistricting efforts across the U.S. North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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U.S. carrier in Iran war set to leave in days as official reveals conflict's cost
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is expected to leave the Middle East in the coming days, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act, voiding Louisiana congressional map
The Supreme Court rule 6-3 in a decision that has implications for the scope of the landmark Voting Rights Act.
King Charles III, Queen Camilla visit New York City
As part of his four-day trip to the U.S. to commemorate America's 250th birthday, King Charles III took part in a series of events in New York City.
Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine, Iran
President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
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Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
A train ride, selfie and more: What DOJ says happened before press gala shooting
Cole Allen allegedly started planning the attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner three weeks ago, a new court document filed by prosecutors says.
Powell to stay on Federal Reserve board as policy makers hold rates steady
Fed chief Jerome Powell said he will remain as a governor on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends on May 15.
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Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Ford to receive $1.3 billion government refund for Trump's IEEPA tariffs
Detroit automaker expects big financial boost from refund of tariffs struck down earlier this year by the Supreme Court.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
Powell to stay on Federal Reserve board as policy makers hold rates steady
Fed chief Jerome Powell said he will remain as a governor on the central bank's board after his term as chair ends on May 15.
TSA PreCheck offers discount to younger travelers. Here's what to know.
TSA is trying to encourage young travelers to enroll in its PreCheck program before summer travel kicks off.
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Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Secret Service officer shot at gala was not hit by friendly fire, sources say
Federal investigators have also determined that the suspected gunman, 31-year-old Cole Allen, fired his shotgun, the sources said.
Talks to bail out Spirit Airlines stall as company teeters toward collapse
Spirit Airlines only has enough available cash to continue operations for a matter of days, not weeks, and talks for a government-backed rescue of the no-frills carrier have stalled, sources say.
Trump speaks with Putin on Ukraine, Iran
President Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke Wednesday about Ukraine and Iran.
A train ride, selfie and more: What DOJ says happened before press gala shooting
Cole Allen allegedly started planning the attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner three weeks ago, a new court document filed by prosecutors says.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
How Ukraine's demining robots could help U.S. open the Strait of Hormuz
Ukraine has perfected demining techniques in the Black Sea over four years of war against Russia.
Robot exploring France's deepest shipwreck finds cannons, ceramics
An army survey of the seabed uncovered the 16th-century merchant ship by chance in waters off the coast of France.
From a brooch to the queen's iPod: A history of gifts between U.S. and U.K.
King Charles surprised President Trump with the bell from the HMS Trump, a World War II-era British submarine, during this week's visit.
Iran war has cost $25 billion to date, defense official says
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
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Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
Comparing popular smartwatches right now
Smartwatches can measure everything from heart rate to step count, but which features are most accurate and are worth using? Vanessa Hand Orellana, CNET's lead wearable tech reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Musk testifies for 2nd day in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk testified for a second day on Wednesday in a trial that's pitting two tech titans against each other. Paresh Dave, senior writer at Wired, joins CBS News to discuss.
United flight reports close call with drone just before landing in San Diego
A United Airlines flight from San Francisco reported a close call with a drone as it was approaching to land in San Diego, authorities said.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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New evidence released in D.C. shooting
Cole Allen, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, took a mirror selfie, allegedly gearing up for battle, officials said. Matt Gutman reports.
James Comey makes court appearance
Former FBI Director James Comey made his first court appearance in Virginia on Wednesday, charged with threatening President Trump. A grand jury indicted Comey yesterday over a social media post he made last year. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
DOJ releases new images of D.C. shooting suspect
Federal prosecutors have released new evidence in their case against the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
DOJ releases new photo of dinner shooting suspect
A new Justice Department court filing details the suspect's actions in the minutes before the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Company courts Trump allies for pardons
A company prosecutors likened to a sex cult is courting allies of President Trump for clemency. CBS News investigative reporter Gabe Kaminsky has the details.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Violent tornado rips through small Texas city
The central and southern U.S. have seen severe weather for a week straight, and the threat continues on Wednesday evening. Jason Allen reports from Mineral Wells, Texas, which was devastated by a tornado Tuesday.
Supreme Court limits Voting Rights Act
The Supreme Court made a ruling on Wednesday that limits lawmakers' ability to consider race when drawing up districts for voting. The decision focused on the creation of a majority Black district in Louisiana, which supporters said was necessary and legal under the 1965 Voting Rights Act. The court said that the map itself was unconstitutional. Jan Crawford has more on the decision.
James Comey turns himself in after indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey turned himself in on Wednesday after he was indicted and charged with threatening the life of President Trump last year.
New evidence released in D.C. shooting
Cole Allen, the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, took a mirror selfie, allegedly gearing up for battle, officials said. Matt Gutman reports.
Hegseth takes aim at Iran war critics
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth answered questions under oath in his first testimony since the war with Iran began. He said America's biggest adversaries are not overseas, but are on Capitol Hill. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more details.