President Donald Trump has pardoned Stephen Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who was convicted of insider trading and served nearly two years in prison. The pardon comes after Buyer’s appeals were rejected and he maintains his innocence, saying the prosecution was politically motivated.
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Stephen Buyer is a former Republican congressman from Indiana.
Buyer was convicted in 2023 of making illegal stock trades based on inside information after he left office.
He served 22 months in prison and was fined $10,000, also ordered to give up over $350,000 gained illegally.
Buyer’s conviction involved insider trading related to the T-Mobile and Sprint merger and the acquisition of consulting firm Navigant.
The Supreme Court rejected Buyer’s appeal in May 2025 without comment.
President Trump issued a full, unconditional pardon for Buyer in June 2025.
Buyer served as a military judge advocate general and worked on President Trump’s veterans transition team.
Over 40 former Republican members of Congress and five current House Republicans supported Buyer’s pardon, calling it justice and a correction of political targeting.
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At a ceremony in Normandy marking the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that Europe faces a new kind of “invasion” by what he called “dangerous ideologies.” He urged European leaders to take stronger action and emphasized the need for NATO allies to maintain military readiness and shared responsibility to protect freedom.
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The event marked the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France.
Secretary Hegseth compared current threats to a modern invasion on European coasts by “dangerous ideologies.”
He mentioned countries like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria as places where these ideological “invasions” occur.
Hegseth did not clearly define which ideologies he meant in his speech.
He stressed that the responsibility to preserve freedom—won during WWII—now falls on current and future generations.
The speech called for greater military strength and readiness from European NATO allies.
Hegseth referenced U.S. policy under President Trump, which emphasizes that allies must share defense costs and responsibilities equally.
He concluded by honoring the fallen soldiers and invoking faith as part of the call to action.
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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a speech on the 82nd anniversary of D-Day in France. He compared the wartime invasion in 1944 to current migrations across European seas and warned that freedom could be lost if leaders do not act.
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Hegseth spoke at the Normandy American Cemetery in France on June 6, 2026.
He mentioned European beaches being "stormed by dangerous ideologies" and boats carrying people arriving from countries like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Bulgaria.
Hegseth called these arrivals an "invasion" and urged European leaders to respond.
He laid a wreath as part of the D-Day commemoration ceremony.
His comments echoed criticism from the Trump administration about European migration policies and border control.
The Trump administration had warned in 2023 that Europe could face major cultural changes or "civilizational erasure" within 20 years.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized U.S. Vice President JD Vance for linking immigration to a violent crime incorrectly.
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Dalston Soda Company is recalling some cans and multipacks of its Pineapple Soda because the cans might break open unexpectedly and cause injury. Customers are advised not to drink the product, to throw the cans away safely, and can get a refund from the company.
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The recall affects Dalston Soda’s Pineapple Soda cans and four-can multipacks.
The cans may break apart suddenly, creating sharp edges that can hurt people.
The issue is due to a packaging defect.
Customers should handle the cans carefully, place them upright in a sealed bag, and dispose of them with regular household waste.
Customers are asked not to return the cans to stores but can get a full refund by contacting Dalston Soda Company.
The affected cans have a best before date of 4 August 2027, with batch codes 037130 (single cans) and 037129 (multipacks).
No other Dalston Soda products are involved in the recall.
Dalston Soda was started by chefs from the former Passing Clouds nightclub in Dalston, east London, and the drink is sold in supermarkets, some pubs, and attractions in London.
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People in Albania are protesting a plan to build a luxury resort on their Adriatic coast. The resort project is supported by Jared Kushner, who is President Donald Trump’s son-in-law.
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The protests are happening in Tirana, the capital of Albania.
The project involves building a luxury resort along the Adriatic Sea coast.
Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, is backing the resort plan.
Many Albanians are unhappy with the development and have gathered to protest.
The protests are ongoing and have drawn significant public attention.
The controversy centers on environmental and community concerns related to the resort.
The news report was covered by CBS News correspondent Emmet Lyons.
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President Donald Trump shared a one-minute AI-generated music video on social media that repeatedly praised him and showed him traveling the world. The video featured his face in various locations and was created by a user who says they were endorsed by Trump. After past backlash over AI images he shared, Trump posted this new video celebrating himself.
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President Trump posted an AI-made music video on Truth Social.
The song in the video mentions "Trump" 45 times and "Donald" 29 times.
The video shows AI versions of Trump visiting different countries and doing various activities like paragliding and planting a U.S. flag on the moon.
The video’s creator, known as "ac132," said they were endorsed by President Trump.
The song is credited to Anthony Constantino, a Republican candidate supported by Trump.
Trump has previously shared AI imagery, including one that caused controversy by portraying him in a religious way.
Trump explained a past controversial AI image was meant to show him as a doctor supporting the Red Cross.
The new video highlights Trump’s self-promotion themes across global settings.
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A 7-month-old Palestinian baby was killed after Israeli soldiers fired at his family’s car in the West Bank, according to Palestinian health officials. The baby's parents were also wounded, and the Israeli military said soldiers fired at a vehicle they thought was speeding toward them.
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The baby, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was killed by a bullet that struck his face while his family was driving near Hebron.
The baby's father, a university lecturer, was shot in the hand, and the mother was critically injured.
The family was traveling to visit relatives in the Tel Rumeida area of Hebron at the time of the shooting.
Israeli soldiers said they fired single shots at a vehicle perceived as a threat, wounding three Palestinians; an initial inquiry suggested they were civilians.
The baby's grandmother said the family stopped after seeing soldiers, and she first thought the shots were warnings.
The British Consulate called for a transparent investigation into the incident.
Israeli military operations in the West Bank have increased following Hamas's October 7 attack in southern Israel.
Human rights groups note that Israeli soldiers accused of harming Palestinians are rarely punished, with less than 1% of complaints leading to indictments.
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A recent poll shows Democratic candidate James Talarico is close to Republican Ken Paxton, who is endorsed by President Donald Trump, in the race for the Texas U.S. Senate seat. Paxton leads by just two points, making this the closest Senate race in Texas compared to other statewide contests.
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James Talarico is a 37-year-old Democrat and Texas state representative.
Ken Paxton is the 63-year-old Republican Texas Attorney General and has President Trump’s endorsement.
The poll was conducted from June 3-4 with 800 likely Texas voters, showing Paxton at 45% and Talarico at 43%.
Other Texas statewide races have larger leads for Republicans, including Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.
Paxton’s supporters tend to be older, rural, white, and solidly Republican.
Talarico’s supporters tend to be younger, urban, college-educated, Black, and swing voters.
Betting markets still favor Paxton, with about 59-60% of bets supporting him to win.
Talarico’s chances in betting markets have risen since January, indicating growing competitiveness.
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Bánh Anh Em is a new Vietnamese restaurant run by chef Nhu Ton and John Nguyen. They say that memories inspire the flavors in their food, making it special.
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Bánh Anh Em is a recently opened restaurant.
The owners are chef Nhu Ton and John Nguyen.
The restaurant serves Vietnamese cuisine.
The owners believe memories influence their cooking.
Their approach has gained positive attention.
The restaurant was featured on CBS News.
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A large data center, bigger than a football field, might be built very close to the Nashville Zoo. Many people in Nashville are concerned about this plan, and the city’s mayor is also involved in the discussion.
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The proposed data center would be larger than a football field.
It is planned to be built next to the Nashville Zoo.
Over 160,000 people have signed a petition opposing the data center.
Nashville residents are worried about how the data center could affect their community.
Officials from the Nashville Zoo have expressed concerns.
The mayor of Nashville is paying attention to the issue and may take action.
Data centers are facilities that store and manage large amounts of computer data.
The development could impact the local environment and the zoo’s surroundings.
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Elder Guerra, a Guatemalan immigrant detained at the Delaney Hall immigration facility in New Jersey, suffered a severe head injury after slipping in May. He and other detainees have complained about poor conditions, leading to hunger strikes and protests, while families voice concerns about inadequate medical care and treatment inside the jail.
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Elder Guerra fell and hit his head inside the Delaney Hall ICE detention center and was hospitalized after seizures.
He was returned to the facility and kept in a medical isolation cell, where his health has worsened.
Delaney Hall is operated by the private company GEO Group and has faced criticism for bad medical care, poor food, and neglectful guards.
Many detainees at Delaney Hall have been on hunger and labor strikes to protest conditions.
Protests outside the jail have led to responses from ICE officers, New Jersey state police, and Newark police, including use of pepper spray, tear gas, and arrests.
Families have difficulties visiting detainees due to irregular visitation permissions and report being worried and upset.
New Jersey congressional representatives have confirmed that inspections found detainee claims to be accurate.
Guerra’s family is raising funds for legal help and wants him released to properly pursue his immigration case.
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The UK government is considering new actions to stop misinformation on social media during public crises. Officials are concerned that false information spreads quickly on platforms like Elon Musk’s X, especially during events that cause unrest.
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Riots in Southampton followed the police response to a fatal stabbing, with misinformation spreading on social media.
A parliamentary committee recommended that Ofcom, the UK media regulator, require social media platforms to follow “crisis response protocols.”
The committee found that social media algorithms helped spread misleading and hateful messages quickly during recent unrest.
The government is exploring ways to promote trusted sources and allow users to reset what content algorithms show them.
Labour MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk’s xAI company over harmful sexual content created by an AI tool on X.
The Online Safety Act was criticized as ineffective in stopping misinformation and has not been fully enforced during recent events.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall emphasized the government’s goal to combat hate and promote hope through social media.
Elon Musk has used his platform to share posts related to the Southampton case, reaching millions of followers.
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The article discusses how Hollywood, known for its liberal views, is creating stories that criticize President Donald Trump by comparing him to dark, evil characters. It highlights the role of writers and directors in shaping public opinions through movies and TV shows.
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Hollywood has many writers and directors who often hold liberal political views.
Some creators are making films and shows that portray President Trump negatively.
These stories use comparisons to dark or evil characters from popular culture.
Tony Gilroy, a Hollywood writer and director, believes words and storytelling are very powerful.
Hollywood influences public opinion by sharing political messages through entertainment.
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Patton Oswalt appeared on CBS Saturday Morning to talk about his new comedy special called "Tea & Scotch." He also talked about his experiences and growth as a comedian.
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Patton Oswalt is a comedian.
He has released a new comedy special named "Tea & Scotch."
He discussed this special on CBS Saturday Morning.
Oswalt reflected on his career in comedy.
The interview is available on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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James "Weston" Higginbotham, a 20-year-old Auburn University student, was found dead near Kyoto, Japan. He had been missing since May 29 while traveling with his family, who were visiting Japan at the time.
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James Higginbotham was an engineering student at Auburn University.
He went missing on May 29 in Kyoto, Japan.
He was last seen leaving a train station and was believed to be heading to a hiking trail.
His family was visiting Japan; he stayed behind while they visited a temple.
Over 100 police officers, dogs, helicopters, and volunteer search teams searched for him.
His family hired a professional rescue crew after official searches were stopped.
Higginbotham's body was found in a mountainous area by volunteers.
The cause of death has not been released.
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Pope Leo began his visit to Spain by encouraging leaders to promote unity instead of division for political gain. During his tour, he focused on supporting marginalized groups, meeting migrants and abuse survivors, and calling for peace and respect for all people.
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Pope Leo’s visit to Spain is his first to an EU country (other than Italy).
He urged political leaders to avoid polarizing their societies and to respect human dignity.
The pope met homeless people in Madrid and migrants in the Canary Islands.
He planned to meet survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy and acknowledged the ongoing pain of abuse victims.
Thousands welcomed the pope in Madrid, where he toured the city in a popemobile.
Spain has seen a rise in young people identifying as Catholic, increasing from 17.6% in 2010 to 28.8% in 2025.
Pope Leo criticized how social media and technology can deepen societal divisions.
Spain’s government, led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has introduced a large amnesty program for immigrants to gain legal status.
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Residents in Utah and a non-profit group sued to stop the Stratos AI datacenter project, saying it limits public input and control over land and resources. Kevin O’Leary, a celebrity investor backing the project, agreed to reduce its size and committed to protecting parts of the land and water, while denying claims of environmental harm and accusing opponents of spreading false information.
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The lawsuit was filed by the Alliance for a Better Utah and five local residents against the Stratos datacenter project in Box Elder County.
The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the state’s military installation development authority (Mida), which approved the project.
The original plan covered 40,000 acres, but O’Leary agreed to shrink the project’s physical area.
Utah Senate President Stuart Adams said the project is in early stages and will go through full permits and environmental reviews.
O’Leary claims the project will create construction and tech jobs and bring billions in investment.
O’Leary accused opposition groups of spreading misinformation and suggested some may have ties to Chinese interests.
Four Republican members of Congress have asked the FBI for information on foreign efforts to slow U.S. AI development.
The project involves concerns over land use, public health, water supply to the Great Salt Lake, and environmental impact.
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Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine spoke to CBS Saturday Morning about their new film, "Only What We Carry." The movie was mostly improvised and filmed in just six days.
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Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine are featured in the film "Only What We Carry."
The film was shot over a period of six days.
Most of the film’s scenes were improvised, meaning the actors made up the dialogue as they went along.
They discussed the movie during an interview on CBS Saturday Morning.
The clip is available to watch on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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The U.S. Army is preparing plans to carry out executions of four military inmates on death row if President Donald Trump approves. This would be the first military executions in over 50 years, involving coordination with federal prison officials.
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The Army's plan, called "Operation Resolute Justice," was created in February 2026.
It details moving death row prisoners from Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, to the federal execution site in Terre Haute, Indiana.
The military has not executed anyone since 1961.
Execution plans include timelines and procedures to complete the process within 150 days of presidential approval.
The Army regularly conducts drills for possible executions as part of routine planning.
The White House has not confirmed if President Trump plans to approve any executions.
The plan also covers managing public communications and media access during executions.
President Trump reinstated the federal death penalty in his second term after it was paused under President Biden.
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Pro-Palestine activists interrupted a German military event by climbing on a tank and displaying a banner that accused Germany of enabling violence through arms sales to Israel. The banner named Rheinmetall, a major German arms supplier to Israel’s military.
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The protest took place during German Armed Forces Day.
Activists targeted an army recruitment event.
They climbed onto a military tank at the event.
A banner was displayed with the message “Genocide with German weapons.”
Rheinmetall, a German arms company, was specifically mentioned.
Rheinmetall supplies weapons to Israel’s military.
The activists’ message linked German arms sales to violence involving Israel.
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