U.S. investigating China-backed hack of telecom companies. Here’s what to know.

Washington — Federal authorities are urgently investigating a cyberattack linked to China-backed hackers that targeted major U.S. telecommunications companies and systems used for key government intelligence collection capabilities, a U.S. official familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News. The hacking group known as “Salt Typhoon” hit numerous companies including Verizon, AT&T and Lumen Technologies.

Michigan’s US Senate Race Tightens as Rogers, Slotkin Woo Undecideds

With three weeks left in the campaign, both candidates are working on voter mobilization in a race that could shift control of the U.S. Senate. DETROIT—Republican nominee Mike Rogers has narrowed Michigan’s U.S. Senate race with Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) in a contest that could alter the balance of power in the next Congress. Rogers

Trump Vows to End Double Taxation for Overseas Americans

Former President Donald Trump has pledged to end double taxation for U.S. expatriates, while urging them to vote in the upcoming election. Former President Donald Trump said he would put an end to double taxation on U.S. citizens who live outside the country, if elected in November, with the promise marking the Republican presidential nominee’s