Hegseth limits Pentagon officials’ interactions with Congress

Washington — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has signed a memo requiring formal approval for nearly all Department of Defense correspondence and interactions with Congress, according to the memo obtained by CBS News. Most offices will require approval to communicate with Congress, including the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Joint Staff, the commanders

Israeli lawmakers advance West Bank annexation bills as Vance visits

Israeli lawmakers on Wednesday voted to advance two proposed bills that call for the formal annexation of the already Israeli-occupied West Bank, an ambition openly promoted by far-right ministers in recent months but opposed by President Trump. The vote by Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, came with Vice President JD Vance visiting Israel to shore up

US to Announce ‘Substantial Pickup’ in Russia Sanctions: Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent delivers remarks on “Game Plan for US Investment” on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank annual meetings at CNBC Invest in America Forum, in Washington, DC, on Oct. 15, 2025. Brendan Smialowski/AFP The United States is preparing to impose additional sanctions on Russia, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The

CA redistricting Prop 50 support motivated by national focus, opposing Trump

It’s a state ballot measure about redistricting, but Proposition 50 has many California voters thinking nationally — and a lot about President Trump.  Those voting for it overwhelmingly say one reason is for them to oppose the Trump administration — which they also feel generally treats California worse than other states — and oppose national