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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
No. 1 Texas escapes Tennessee with thrilling SEC victory as President Trump watches on from Neyland Stadium
The Longhorns defeat the Volunteers at Neyland Stadium in a thrilling SEC matchup, with President Trump watching from the stadium.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s latest branding battle: From the Politics Desk
Kennedy Center-linked Trump branding fight and House GOP defections on an Iran-related vote reveal messaging and policy rifts in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
GOP shifts message on costs as Iran war drags on: From the Politics Desk
Republicans recalibrate inflation and spending rhetoric amid Iran war, weighing security costs against affordability ahead of 2026 races.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Federal judge strikes down Texas restriction on drag shows, offers people a 'simple' solution
A Washington federal court struck down Texas SB 12, citing First Amendment violations and blocking enforcement against drag performances.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Judge strikes down Texas ban on drag shows, tells people offended by them ‘just don’t go’
Federal judge in Washington, D.C., voids Texas drag ban as unconstitutional, halting enforcement and prompting likely appeal. Decision issued Aug. 26, 2...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
The Constitution at a standstill: From the Politics Desk
Politics Desk: Iran war fallout slows Capitol Hill action on budgets, force protection, and energy security as markets brace for prolonged risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Two dead after military Apache helicopter crashes near Fort Hood in Texas
U.S. Army AH-64 Apache crashes and burns near Fort Hood, Texas, killing two. Identities withheld; cause under investigation by military officials.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Todd Blanche’s rocky road: From the Politics Desk
From Tehran, rising scrutiny meets Blanche’s AG path and a volatile Iran war, with fast swings driven by leadership signals and alliance pressures.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices surge as Congress splits on Iran war votes: From the Politics Desk
Oil surged July 23 as Iran tensions rose and Congress advanced rival war and sanctions measures, boosting supply risk and market volatility.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Rising boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Texas after driver strikes her bicycle
Hannah Rapp died July 19 in Brazos County after a driver struck her bicycle. Authorities have not announced charges as the investigation continues.
- 7 min
- United States
DisastersThe Veil
Texas drenched by heavy rains as forecasters warn more storms could bring floods
Heavy rain flooded South Texas roads; more storms midweek could trigger flash flooding, power interruptions, and travel delays in low-lying areas.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
WATCH: Obama, Harris advisor warns ‘betrayed’ Black voters could be Texas Senate candidate's kryptonite
Obama-Harris ally cautions that disillusioned Black voters could hurt James Talarico’s Texas Senate bid, intensifying scrutiny of outreach and messaging.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Carville advises Talarico 'to deal with' past culture war comments if he wants to win Texas
Democrat James Carville calls Texas Senate race a tossup, advising James Talarico to confront prior culture-war comments to steady messaging and support.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s China trips ends with more questions than answers: From the Politics Desk
High-profile meetings yielded few specifics, leaving open questions on trade, tech access, security, and potential follow-up talks.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
For Democratic veterans making midterm pitches, the Iran war is personal: From the Politics Desk
Military-service Democrats spotlight opposition to the two-month Iran war, blending security credentials with anti-escalation appeals ahead of primaries.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
The Iran war collides with Mamdani's message on high costs: From the Politics Desk
Kristen Welker previews an interview with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on the economic, political, and civil liberties costs of the expanding Iran war.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
The key deadlines that could shape the future of the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Looming votes, briefings, and retaliation windows may steer escalation or restraint in Iran as markets and security posture react fast.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine's unique role in the Iran war: From the Politics Desk
Reports of discreet Ukrainian assistance to Iran conflict raise pressure inside NATO and could reshape Kyiv’s standing amid alliance caution.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Society / CultureThe Veil
Jasmine Crockett faces criticism from Black Democrats after losing Texas Senate primary race
Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced harsh criticism from fellow Democrats after losing the Texas Senate primary, with one calling her campaign "f---ing terrible."
- 5 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
A high-stakes Texas primary exposed the Democratic Party’s fault lines
Democrats chose expanding the tent over doubling down on the base.
- 4 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Texas GOP Senate primary heading to runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and AG Ken Paxton, CBS News projects
In the Texas GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will go to a runoff, with neither clearing 50% of the ...
- 4 min
- United States
Health / BiosecurityThe Veil
Large immigration detention camp in Texas is closed to visitors amid measles outbreak
A lawmaker says a large immigration detention camp in Texas is closed to visitors and attorneys due to a measles outbreak
- 4 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Thousands of Texas voters showed up at wrong polling site, state Democrats say
Thousands of voters in Dallas and Williamson counties showed up at the wrong location to vote in Tuesday's primary in Texas, according to the state Democratic P...
- 4 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Demands Susan Rice's Removal, Macron Responds On Leaked Texts, Tariffs And More: This Week In Politics - General Motors (NYSE:GM)
President Trump made headlines with a demand for Netflix to fire a board member and announced a tariff hike.
- 6 min
- United States