The Morning Rundown

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche scraps President Donald Trump's proposed $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. Will the two Republican senators who insisted on it now allow his nomination to move forward? Plus, Trump says U.S. strikes on Iran are on hold again Monday morning, following Tehran's request for a pause. And Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno publicly calls on his former son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, to leave Congress, bringing a bitter family dispute into one of the GOP's most closely watched House races. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

President Donald Trump says he's reached a historic deal to disarm Hamas, but Hamas isn't publicly confirming it yet. Plus, Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination has stalled, but Trump is threatening to pull it instead. So how could that leave him still running the Justice Department? And a Georgia father is sentenced to 15 years for buying his son the rifle used in a deadly school shooting, adding another landmark case holding a parent criminally responsible. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 31, 2026.

The U.S. promised a “powerful response” after Iran targeted American forces. What comes next is becoming harder to predict. Plus, Dr. Anthony Fauci refused to answer senators' questions. Now his repeated response is fueling a push to hold him in contempt. And actor Jared Leto faces new sexual assault allegations spanning nearly two decades. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Iran is accused of attempting a sneak attack on U.S. forces just days after the fighting appeared to cool. The U.S. says it responded quickly, but what happens next could shape where the conflict goes from here. Plus, Anthony Fauci heads back to Capitol Hill with thousands of pages of newly released diary entries looming over the hearing. And a new photo of Sen. Mitch McConnell smiling isn't quieting concerns about his health. Now, Kentucky's governor is demanding something he says the public deserves to see. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Drone attacks are back, but are peace talks? President Donald Trump says the U.S. and Iran are talking again, but Tehran says that's simply not true. Plus, two wars, two world leaders. Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in back-to-back meetings Tuesday at the White House. And Europe's wildfire emergency keeps growing. France and Spain are battling fast-moving infernos as an intense heat wave threatens to make a bad situation even worse. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

A deadly shooting at a Seattle food festival leaves police searching for a second gunman. Investigators believe the suspects were shooting at each other, but one remains on the run. Plus, the suspect in Germany's deadly Pride attack is dead after a confrontation with police. Now investigators are focused on what he may have planned and whether he acted alone. And Europe's wildfire crisis keeps getting worse, with hundreds of thousands forced from their homes. The biggest challenge may still be ahead as another round of dangerous heat moves in. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, July 27, 2026.

President Donald Trump says he's close to deciding on a “massive attack” against Iran as the two sides exchange fresh strikes. Plus, Trump's tariffs are back, but under a different legal strategy after his first one failed in court. And a deadly police shooting in Madison sparks protests and a state investigation. A tense showdown at a police briefing raises the stakes even further. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 24, 2026.

The war with Iran keeps spreading. Twelve straight nights of strikes have opened new fronts as President Donald Trump issues another warning that could raise the stakes even further. Plus, the Secret Service says threats are surging, and now one of Vice President JD Vance's own agents is under investigation. And Congress takes aim at lawmakers' stock trades, then turns the bill into a partisan fight. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, July 23, 2026.

The cost of the war in Iran just jumped again, and senators aren't hiding their frustration. A heated Capitol Hill hearing exposed a new price tag and raised even bigger questions about what's next. Plus, a Florida lawmaker already under ethics scrutiny now faces reports of a Justice Department investigation. Rep. Cory Mills calls it a “witch hunt,” but the reported focus of investigators could complicate his re-election bid. And thousands of noncitizens were mistakenly registered to vote in New Jersey due to a DMV software error. The mistake went undisclosed for years, and now the governor is explaining how it happened. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

Iran and the U.S. trade strikes for a 10th straight day with no sign of backing down. And fresh attacks are raising the stakes well beyond the battlefield. Plus, Tropical Storm Bertha closes in on the Gulf Coast, and flooding could become the biggest threat. And Troy Jackson appears to have Maine's Senate nomination in hand. But just as he pulls ahead, old questions about his temper resurface. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

War between the U.S. and Iran escalates again after more American troop deaths trigger another round of strikes. Plus, Britain gets another new prime minister as Andy Burnham takes over, making a sweeping promise to “rewire Britain.” And JD and Usha Vance welcome a baby boy — and make a bit of history in the process. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, July 20, 2026.

President Donald Trump says foreign governments are still targeting U.S. elections, and he's promising to lock them down. Plus, one senator demanded Todd Blanche meet with Jeffrey Epstein survivors before earning his vote. The meeting happened, but it left some of those survivors deeply dissatisfied. And wildfire smoke is spreading across the U.S., turning skies orange and sending air quality downhill. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 17, 2026.

Iran is threatening to widen the war if the U.S. escalates again. The next phase of the conflict may be closer than ever. Plus, President Donald Trump promises “really big news” in Thursday night's prime-time address, but Democrats are skeptical about what he will reveal. And the Pentagon is rolling out new testosterone screenings for troops — a policy already drawing questions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, July 16, 2026.

U.S. strikes on Iran enter a fourth straight night, and President Donald Trump warns things could get “really bad.” He also issues one of his biggest economic threats as the conflict escalates. Plus, after two deadly Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) incidents in a week, the agency abruptly changes how it makes arrests. And a memorial service on San Francisco Bay ends in tragedy when a boat capsizes. The search continues for three people who never resurfaced. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

U.S. strikes on Iran enter a third straight night, and Tehran is already firing back. Plus, President Donald Trump is making an even bolder claim about the Strait of Hormuz. Also, another Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation ends in a deadly shooting, but officials now say the man who died wasn't the person agents were trying to arrest. And Lindsey Graham's Senate seat stays in the family. His younger sister heads to Washington as a high-stakes race to replace him takes shape. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Both the U.S. and Iran now say they control the Strait of Hormuz. And a new round of strikes is pushing the ceasefire closer to the brink. Plus, one of the GOP's most influential Senate seats is suddenly up for grabs. The race to replace Lindsey Graham is already taking shape in South Carolina. And some of America's coldest cities are about to feel more like the Deep South. Why forecasters say parts of the country could experience dangerously rare heat this week. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, July 13, 2026.

ICE agents say the Mexican man killed during a Houston traffic stop wasn't the person they were looking for. So why did the stop turn deadly anyway? Plus, Israel reportedly warned the U.S. about a new Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump. But not everyone in Washington is convinced by it. And the roommate of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk testifies with a striking claim. He says the suspect admitted the shooting — and told him he regretted it. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 10, 2026.

The U.S. strikes Iran for a second straight night. More than 90 targets have now been struck as President Donald Trump warns Tehran it could get much worse. Plus, Democrats are back to square one in Maine. Graham Platner drops out amid mounting pressure, forcing the party to replace its nominee in a race that could decide the Senate. And Kentucky's governor demands answers from Sen. Mitch McConnell. After nearly three weeks of silence, Andy Beshear says Kentuckians deserve a public update on the senator's health. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, July 9, 2026.

President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over after new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz Plus, Republicans insist they've spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell as rumors about his health continue to spread. But their message leaves one key question unanswered. And Democrats are already preparing for a post-Platner race before he's even left it. New contenders are wasting little time stepping forward. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

President Donald Trump heads to Turkey seeking greater NATO defense commitments. But Ukraine and Iran could complicate the talks. Plus, Maine Democrats face a growing problem. A new rape allegation has their Senate nominee weighing whether to stay in the race. And after days of controversy, Team USA is heading home. Belgium routs the Americans despite Folarin Balogun's return. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Russia hits Kyiv overnight with another massive barrage just before NATO leaders meet. Plus, Iran is burying its longtime supreme leader, but one person is still missing from public view. And a call from President Donald Trump is turning into a World Cup firestorm. And now America's leading scorer is back on the field after FIFA reversed his suspension. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, July 6, 2026.

Technical talks between the U.S. and Iran have been put on hold as the country prepares to hold a multi-day funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Events officially begin on Saturday, making a statement as it's the same day America will celebrate 250 years of independence. Plus, a former Olympian is now facing federal charges after prosecutors say he purposely and “violently” ripped up the new lining from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. And what we know about what's being called the “American royal wedding” as pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce reportedly prepare to tie the knot at Madison Square Garden Friday evening. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 3, 2026.

Russia pounds Ukraine with more attacks on Kyiv. This morning, more than a dozen Ukrainians were killed, and others are trapped in the rubble.  Plus, the death toll from the Venezuela earthquakes now exceeds 2,000, but tens of thousands remain missing one week later. And they made it to the top of the Empire State Building's spire, kissed and the guy apparently proposed. How the two daredevils climbed nearly 1,500 feet before getting arrested.  These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, July 2, 2026.

A fight within the Republican Party has lawmakers shutting down and heading home early ahead of the holiday. What's behind the rift? Plus, Democratic socialists are once again declaring victory in their efforts to unseat the establishment. How far left is Colorado after Tuesday night? And the president's financial disclosures show he made a killing in crypto.  These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

The Supreme Court is issuing several major new opinions. President Donald Trump calls one a “big win,” but others don't go his way. Plus, the United Nations is preparing for even more tragedy in Venezuela as rescue crews run out of time to pull survivors from last week's earthquakes. And why critics say a newly passed House bill to protect kids online misses the mark. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

After a weekend of back-and-forth strikes, the U.S. says technical talks with Iran remain on track. However, one U.S. official says President Donald Trump's patience may be wearing thin. Plus, rescuers in Venezuela remain hopeful of locating survivors in the rubble, despite search efforts entering their fifth day. And what you need to know about a dangerous heat wave moving through the U.S. this week. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, June 29, 2026.

The search for survivors continues in Venezuela as the death toll climbs after the country's twin earthquakes. Rescue crews are still racing to find people trapped beneath the rubble. Plus, a judge is ordering the Justice Department to release more of the Epstein files, or explain every remaining redaction. The deadline is now set for next week. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy takes another turn. A court filing details knife damage investigators found, but not every problem at the landmark. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 26, 2026.

Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela just 39 seconds apart, turning one disaster into two. Rescuers are still searching through the rubble while officials work to determine the full toll. Plus, President Donald Trump goes to Capitol Hill to unite Republicans, but ends up in a heated clash over Iran. Hours later, two key senators reverse course. And the White House wants to make a cheaper gasoline blend available year-round. The proposal now heads to Congress, where it faces a tougher fight. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, June 25, 2026.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani wasn't on the ballot, but three candidates he backed won Tuesday night. The results suggest the mayor's political influence is growing fast. Plus, the Senate votes to rebuke Trump's Iran policy. Even though the measure won't change policy, it sends a message. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy continues to grow. New questions emerge about what's causing the problems as crews prepare another round of repairs. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Buying a home feels more out of reach than ever, but Washington may have found one thing both parties agree on. The Senate has advanced a plan to build more homes and to take on big investors, and the House could vote on it today. Plus, President Donald Trump's new intelligence chief isn't wasting any time. Bill Pulte begins cutting jobs just days after taking over the nation's intelligence office. And nearly five months after Nancy Guthrie vanished, investigators are revealing what a second note claimed happened to her. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Britain is about to get another prime minister. Keir Starmer is stepping down following a bruising political collapse, and attention is already shifting to the man many believe could replace him. Plus, the U.S.-Iran peace deal barely survives its first week. New fighting in Lebanon has delayed talks, and President Donald Trump is openly discussing restarting military action. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool saga somehow gets stranger. The White House says vandalism is to blame. Prosecutors are threatening charges, and one of the people caught up in the case is a three-time Olympian. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, June 22, 2026.

Peace talks with Iran are next on the agenda. So why has Vice President JD Vance's trip been delayed as Israel resumes strikes in Lebanon? The answer could shape what happens next. Plus, more than two feet of rain turns parts of the Gulf Coast into lakes. Homes are flooded, vehicles are swept away and the danger isn't over yet. And the Pentagon made flu shots optional. Now, a major outbreak at an Air Force training base is forcing military leaders to change course. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 19, 2026.

The U.S. and Iran sign a deal sooner than expected, but the biggest issue is still unresolved. The fighting stops while negotiators turn to Iran's nuclear program. Plus, the Fed leaves rates unchanged, and the new chairman lays out his first roadmap on inflation. And Tropical Storm Arthur is weakening, but the flood threat is growing. One forecast detail could make all the difference along the Gulf Coast. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, June 18, 2026.

President Donald Trump wins in one of the night's biggest primaries, but loses in another. Georgia Republicans embrace his Senate pick, but voters have other ideas in the governor's race. Plus, a business jet crashes onto a Texas highway and erupts into flames. What happens next turns a group of passing motorists into unlikely rescuers. And a freshly renovated Washington landmark is already battling the very problem it was supposed to fix. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

President Donald Trump arrives at the G7, claiming he helped end one war. Now he's turning his attention to another. Plus, a routine test flight turns into a deadly fireball in the California desert. All eight people on board a B-52 died moments after takeoff. And Iran's World Cup team claims it was told to leave the U.S. just hours after its opening match. The coach says what happened next wasn't part of the plan. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

President Donald Trump was threatening new strikes just days ago. Now he's celebrating a deal with Iran that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease pressure on global oil markets. Plus, a skydiving trip ends in tragedy when a plane crashes seconds after takeoff in Missouri. Investigators are now trying to determine what went wrong. And the White House South Lawn gets an unusual makeover. Trump marks his 80th birthday with a UFC fight card, military flyovers and thousands of spectators. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 12, 2026.

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is nearly complete. Tehran is discussing reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but it's still refusing to confirm that the agreement is final. Plus, Trump's controversial intelligence pick creates a Capitol Hill headache, and now he's moving to replace him before a key surveillance deadline hits. And SpaceX begins trading Friday in what could become the biggest IPO ever. The debut could make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire, and quickly land the stock in millions of retirement accounts. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 12, 2026.

Peace talks are still happening, but so are the airstrikes. The U.S. hits Iran again, and Tehran fires back at American allies across the Gulf. Plus, inflation is back above 4%, and President Donald Trump says that's good news. His reasoning may surprise you. And the Knicks looked dead at halftime. Hours later, they completed the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, June 11, 2026.

President Donald Trump has said peace could be close, but the bombs continue to fall. U.S. forces strike Iran again after an American helicopter is shot down, leaving a major question about the president's prediction of a deal within days. Plus, Graham Platner survives weeks of controversy to win Maine's Democratic Senate primary. Now both parties are staring at one of the year's most closely watched Senate races. And the U.S. is finally getting a sunscreen ingredient much of the world has used for years. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

Los Angeles looked headed for a celebrity-versus-incumbent showdown. But days of ballot counting flipped the race, setting up a very different fight for City Hall. Plus, Apple promises a much smarter Siri after years of watching rivals dominate the AI space. The question now is whether the upgrade is enough to change the perception that Apple is simply playing catch-up. And President Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. The crowd made its feelings known, and one of the biggest nights in New York sports took on a political edge. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

The war in Iran reaches Day 100, as fresh attacks and new threats cast doubt on how much longer the ceasefire will hold. Plus, a knife attack at Penn Station sends six people to the hospital, striking one of the nation's busiest transit hubs at a moment when New York is already on high alert. And an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight at the White House heads to court. Opponents say the event crosses a line and are asking a judge to stop it. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, June 8, 2026.

Republicans spend all night fighting over one of President Donald Trump's most controversial ideas, then hand him a major immigration victory just before sunrise. Plus, a growing group of Republicans breaks with the president over Ukraine, joining Democrats to advance billions in new aid. And John Bolton goes from Trump insider to Trump critic to criminal defendant. Why he's pleading guilty in a classified-information case that could have ended very differently. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, June 5, 2026.

President Donald Trump says Iran talks are going well, but new video from Kuwait suggests the region isn't there yet. Plus, Trump moves to make Todd Blanche his permanent attorney general, putting one of his closest legal allies a Senate vote away from the top job at the Department of Justice. And a new warning for future retirees: Social Security checks could drop by about $500 a month if Congress doesn't act. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, June 4, 2026.

An upset in Iowa, a runoff in Los Angeles and California's gubernatorial race remains too close to call. The biggest primary winners from Tuesday and one of the night's biggest surprises. Plus, a private CBS meeting turns into a very public firing. Scott Pelley is out, and his parting shot keeps the fight alive. And the Trump administration pulls the plug on its $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund.” The program died before a single dollar went out the door. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Are the U.S. and Iran still negotiating? President Donald Trump is pushing for calm in Lebanon, but the fighting — and friction with Israel — continue. Plus, a controversial $1.8 billion fund may be dead before it starts. The Trump administration is backing away after a court fight and mounting criticism. And a closed-door meeting at “60 Minutes” didn't stay closed. A clash between Scott Pelley and new leadership is exposing deeper turmoil inside CBS News. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Deal talks continue, but so do the strikes. The U.S. and Iran exchange new attacks even as President Donald Trump sends revised terms back to Tehran. Plus, Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner pushes back against reports about his personal life, but his response has drawn very different reactions from some of the party's biggest names. And Trump thinks he has a solution to a concert lineup problem. After several performers pull out of a major America 250 celebration, the president volunteers a replacement that only he could propose. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, June 1, 2026.

Iran may be ready to reopen one of the world's most important shipping lanes under a proposed new deal. It could ease pressure on global oil markets, but only if both sides stick to a fragile truce. Plus, Blue Origin is cleaning up after a launch pad explosion, putting another key mission in doubt. And Treasury officials are already preparing for the possibility of a $250 bill featuring Trump's face, even though current law says it can't happen. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 29, 2026.

The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran looks increasingly shaky after new drone claims and fresh threats near the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, the death toll rises after the paper mill implosion in Washington state, with more workers still missing. Recovery crews continue searching through the debris as investigators try to determine what triggered the blast. And NASA lays out an ambitious new moon strategy that goes far beyond planting flags. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pulls off a major win, knocking out longtime Sen. John Cornyn in one of the year's biggest Republican races. Plus, a deadly implosion tears through a Washington paper plant, leaving a worker dead and nine others still missing. And President Donald Trump gathers his Cabinet at the White House on Wednesday morning, with Iran expected to dominate the discussion. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Fighting between the U.S. and Iran flares up again, putting new strain on efforts to end the conflict. Plus, the biggest danger from a chemical emergency in Southern California appears to be backing off. But thousands of people still can't return home as crews monitor a troubled tank for any new problems. And President Donald Trump heads back to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for another “routine annual” checkup — his third in a little over a year. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

President Donald Trump hits reverse on Europe, canceling one troop plan for Poland only to replace it with a larger deployment. So what changed? Plus, hurricane season is almost here, and one weather pattern could help keep some of the strongest storms from stacking up. And one of late night's biggest names says goodbye. Stephen Colbert signs off and closes the curtain on a television run that stretched across three decades. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, May 22, 2026.