U.S. Citizenship Test Could Become Harder Under Trump Administration Plans, USCIS Director Says
USCIS director signals potential additions including essay questions and ideological screening as agency expands law-enforcement role
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Man Shot Dead by NYPD After Slashing Officer Outside Brooklyn Precinct; Law Enforcement Sources Identify Suspect
The 36-year-old was killed after allegedly attacking a female officer with a 14-inch butcher knife at the 73rd Precinct in Brownsville, officials said.
Judge receives threats after bail granted to Georgia daycare worker accused of injuring infant
District attorney vows to prosecute threats as state agency investigates alleged abuse that left a one-year-old with facial injuries
Top White House economic adviser urges Fed independence from Trump
Kevin Hassett, on President Trump’s shortlist to lead the Federal Reserve, tells CBS the central bank must be 'fully independent' as tensions over oversight and leadership intensify.
Trump hosts private dinner to debut 'Rose Garden Club' patio, drawing criticism from Democrats
White House patio opening featured a closed-door dinner for lawmakers and a separate tech leaders event moved indoors after rain; California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the gathering tone-deaf.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett Defends Dobbs Ruling, Says Abortion Questions Belong to States
In a CBS interview, Barrett says Dobbs left policy choices to states and stresses the court’s limited constitutional role
Hochul Defends New Bell-to-Bell Phone Ban, Citing Safety Concerns During School Emergencies
Governor says cellphones can reveal students' locations during active-shooter incidents as New York implements statewide classroom ban
Trump Watches US Open Final With Family and Close Aides in Rolex Box
President attended Arthur Ashe Stadium final in Queens flanked by granddaughter Arabella Kushner and several senior White House aides
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow Ties NFL RedZone Ad Shift to Broader Affordability Critique of Trump
McMorrow’s new ad blames “corporate greed” and tariffs after NFL RedZone dropped its seven‑hours‑commercial‑free promise; the spot frames the change as emblematic of rising costs for everyday Americans.