Some National Guard members in D.C. are now armed
Some National Guard members in Washington D.C., likely fewer than 50, had weapons as of Sunday night, a military official told CBS News.
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Some National Guard members in Washington D.C., likely fewer than 50, had weapons as of Sunday night, a military official told CBS News.
President Trump on Friday said his administration will be launching a $2 billion project to renovate the streets of Washington, D.C.
President Trump patrolled parts of Washington, D.C., after sending the National Guard to the area to address crime. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.
President Trump addressed police officers and National Guard members Thursday night in Washington, D.C. amid his crime crackdown in the city. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.
A National Guardsman whose military transport vehicle collided with a car this week was given a traffic ticket for running a red light in D.C.
President Trump addressed a crowd of federal law enforcement officers in Washington, D.C., amid an anti-crime initiative that has swamped the capital with police and National Guard members. Ed O'Keefe has details.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is cutting her office's staff by around 40%. ODNI had approximately 2,000 people working for it in February, but the downsizing will bring the agency's headcount down to around 1,300 employees. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has the details.
President Trump says he is going on patrol in Washington, D.C., Thursday night as the administration presses forward with its takeover of policing in the city. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
National Guard troops from six Republican-led states continue to arrive on the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of President Trump's federal takeover of the D.C. police department. Scott MacFarlane reports the troops were visited by Vice President JD Vance.
Washington, D.C., has sued President Trump over his takeover of the city's police force, arguing it plainly violates federal law. Meanwhile, hundreds of additional National Guard troops arrived in the nation's capital Wednesday. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest details, Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina discusses his thoughts on the situation and CBS News' Taurean Small reports on further reaction from Congress.
North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis says Washington, D.C., does have a crime problem as the Trump administration deploys troops to the area, but tells CBS News' Major Garrett that he is concerned about potential overreach.
The moves come as federal agents and National Guard troops have begun to appear across the heavily Democratic city after President Trump's executive order.
At least six Republican governors say they are sending hundreds more National Guard troops to join the already increased federal law enforcement patrolling Washington, D.C. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Sources tell CBS News that the Department of Justice is investigating whether Washington, D.C., police officials falsified crime data. It comes as more states send National Guard troops to the nation's capital amid President Trump's crime crackdown. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Tennessee is the latest state to pledge National Guard troops for Washington, D.C., announcing it will send 160 guardsmen to the U.S. capital. Six Republican-led states are now committing soldiers to President Trump's crackdown. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane describes how Washington, D.C., looks and feels amid President Trump's crime crackdown in the city, which includes the deployment of National Guard troops.
Republican governors in West Virginia, South Carolina and Ohio are dispatching hundreds of their National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., as part of President Trump's crime crackdown in the nation's capital. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more details.
Three states are deploying hundreds more National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., at the request of the Trump administration. A White House official told CBS News the troops "may be armed," but they won't be making arrests. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the latest.
The Republican governors of West Virginia, South Carolina and Ohio have said they're sending hundreds of their National Guard troops to join the military force already deployed in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
A White House spokesperson told CBS News that while deployed National Guard members "may be armed," they will not make arrests.
West Virginia's governor said he would send up to 400 National Guard troops to the nation's capital at President Trump's request. They'll join other National Guard troops and federal agents already deployed with local police on the streets of Washington, D.C. The troops may also soon carry weapons, the White House said.
Efforts by Texas Republicans to redraw the state's congressional maps got new pushback from protesters at rallies across the country Saturday. Nearly 280 events took place in 34 states, according to organizers. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
The Washington, D.C., police chief will remain in command of the local force following a settlement with the Trump administration over the federal takeover, but according to a new order by Attorney General Pam Bondi, they are required to cooperate with the White House's immigration policy.
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued an order Thursday that amounted to a reversal of "sanctuary" policies in D.C. The District sued over the order Friday.
A CBS News data analysis revealed that for a year leading up to January's deadly mid-air crash over the Potomac River, there were close encounters between helicopters and aircrafts nearly every day. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports on the findings.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. and local law enforcement said the tank's rupture caused "multiple critical injuries" as well as fatalities.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
Sen. John Cornyn is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who received President Trump's endorsement.
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. and local law enforcement said the tank's rupture caused "multiple critical injuries" as well as fatalities.
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
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Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a federal judge to dismiss the criminal charges filed against it by the Justice Department, saying the indictment represents a "top-down, retributive campaign" directed by President Trump.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, were expected to attend the Camp David meeting, a White House official told CBS News.
Iran's judiciary described Gholamreza Khani Shakarab as "one of the operational ringleaders of Mossad abroad."
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
The American Music Awards honored the influence of K-pop during its 2026 celebration. Pop music journalist Brittany Spanos joins CBS News Mornings with more.
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
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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.
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
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The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Sen. John Cornyn is facing Trump-backed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Lone Star State's runoff for the Republican Senate nomination. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Austin.
Following his third physical in 13 months on Tuesday, President Trump said his health is perfect. The exam comes a day after the U.S. launched "self-defense strikes" in southern Iran. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Aaron MacLean have the latest.
The U.S. has officially unveiled its World Cup roster. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes spoke with some of the players and has the latest.
Many women struggling with menopause symptoms can find advice on social media claiming to offer relief, but many of these tips are unproven. Dr. Kathleen Jordan, chief medical officer at Midi Health, joins CBS News to discuss.
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.