A group of 22 Democratic-led states and Washington, D.C., is suing the Trump administration to stop a rule that limits immigrants’ ability to get green cards or enter the U.S. if they use public benefits. The lawsuit targets the Department of Homeland Security’s “public charge” rule.
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The lawsuit involves 22 states plus Washington, D.C.
The states involved are led by the Democratic Party.
The rule in question is called the “public charge” rule.
This rule makes it harder for immigrants to get green cards or enter the U.S. if they have used certain public benefits.
The rule is enforced by the Department of Homeland Security.
The states argue that the rule is unfair or harmful, so they want it blocked.
The case is a legal challenge against the federal government’s immigration policy.
The issue affects immigrants trying to live legally in the U.S. through green cards.
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A new CBS News poll shows that President Donald Trump’s approval rating on the economy among women has dropped to 27 percent, the lowest point recorded. This decline could create problems for Trump and the Republican Party as they try to keep control of Congress in the upcoming November midterm elections.
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The CBS News poll was conducted from September 8-11 with 2,460 U.S. adults.
Only 27% of women approve of President Trump’s handling of the economy, down 5 points since July.
Approval of Trump’s handling of inflation among women is even lower, at 22%.
Women generally lean more toward the Democratic Party; 52% of women in the Pew Research Center survey leaned Democrat, while 38% leaned Republican.
Trump’s overall approval rating on the economy recently hit a new low, with only 33% of registered voters approving his job performance.
Among women, 33% approve of Trump’s overall job, while 67% disapprove.
The decrease in approval ratings comes as economic concerns and inflation fears remain important to voters.
The White House has dismissed concerns about the low approval ratings.
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Former Senator Joe Manchin from West Virginia, known as a centrist, has endorsed Senator Susan Collins from Maine in her Senate race. Manchin chose Collins over her progressive opponent, Troy Jackson, and praised Collins as a core figure in the Senate.
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Joe Manchin is a former senator from West Virginia who ended his career as an independent after leaving the Democratic Party.
He has publicly supported Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine.
Collins is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate.
Manchin described Collins as the “soul of the Senate.”
Collins’ opponent in the race is Troy Jackson, a progressive candidate.
Jackson supports policies like Medicare for All, a plan for government-covered health care.
Jackson also wants major changes to immigration laws.
Manchin’s endorsement is notable because of his centrist position and break from the Democratic Party.
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Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist who was held in immigration custody last year, is suing Columbia University. He claims the university did not properly respond to harassment against pro-Palestinian students.
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Mahmoud Khalil is a pro-Palestinian activist.
He was detained in immigration custody for several months last year.
Khalil has filed a federal lawsuit against Columbia University.
The lawsuit accuses Columbia of "deliberate indifference" to harassment.
The harassment reportedly targeted pro-Palestinian students like Khalil.
The case is currently ongoing and developing.
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Marine veteran Joslin Joseph says the government did not do enough to protect 9/11 responders and veterans from harmful toxic exposure. Many people who were near Ground Zero or exposed to burn pits continue to have serious health problems.
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Joslin Joseph is a Marine veteran advocating for those exposed to toxic environments.
9/11 responders faced toxic exposure at Ground Zero after the attacks.
Veterans have been exposed to toxic burn pits, which are areas where waste is burned, releasing harmful smoke.
Many affected individuals now have long-term health issues related to these exposures.
There is a concern that the government has not fully addressed or prevented these health risks.
Efforts to recognize and treat these health problems are ongoing but remain insufficient.
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Vice President JD Vance announced that the Trump administration will stop about 870,000 people suspected of COVID-era fraud from getting future federal loans. The Justice Department revealed a large enforcement campaign targeting fraud in pandemic relief programs like the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), with over 160 defendants charged and around $245 million in losses involved.
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The Trump administration will block 870,000 people suspected of COVID-19 relief fraud from receiving federal loans.
The Justice Department ran a fraud crackdown called the "Heartland fraud surge" from June 12 to September 1.
More than 160 defendants were involved in cases totaling roughly $245 million in intended losses.
Nearly 80 defendants were charged with felonies resulting in about $100 million in losses.
Around 43 defendants pleaded guilty, linked to $44 million in losses, and 40 have been sentenced.
Fraud schemes included fake businesses, false payroll or revenue figures, and identity theft.
The Paycheck Protection Program sent out about 11.8 million loans worth $800 billion during the pandemic.
The SBA’s inspector general estimated over $200 billion of relief program money showed signs of fraud.
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The Kennedy Center Board of Trustees is planning to suggest adding President Donald Trump's name to the outside of the building. This is to recognize his role in helping the center avoid serious financial trouble.
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The Kennedy Center is a major performing arts venue in Washington, D.C.
The Board of Trustees wants to put President Trump's name on the building's exterior.
They say this is to honor his support in saving the center from financial difficulties.
A court filing revealed this plan as part of a legal case.
The legal case aims to stop adding President Trump's name to the building.
The issue is currently being handled through the court system.
The decision to add his name is not finalized yet.
The board’s proposal is based on President Trump’s financial help to the Kennedy Center.
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A man from Stockport, Greater Manchester, has admitted to drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for over 20 years. He pleaded guilty to 60 charges, including rape and assault, at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. The trial also involves 12 other men accused of serious sexual offenses against the same woman.
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The husband, in his sixties, admitted 60 offenses including multiple counts of rape and administering drugs to his wife.
His crimes against his wife began in 2004 and lasted for more than 20 years.
The wife attended the court hearing, supported by her family.
The husband is from Stockport, Greater Manchester.
Twelve other men are accused of sexual offenses against the same woman, with allegations from 2018 to 2025.
One other man previously admitted to offenses related to the case.
The names and ages of the accused men come from various locations across England.
The trial is ongoing and more proceedings are expected.
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Heavy rain caused flash flooding in parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The flooding affected a half-marathon event and caused water rescues and stranded cars.
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Flash flooding happened in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Some areas in Connecticut received up to seven inches of rain very quickly.
The floodwaters reached waist height in some places.
Half-marathon runners had to struggle through the deep water.
Cars were submerged and motorists were trapped.
Emergency services conducted water rescues.
The flooding disrupted normal activities and transportation.
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John Brennan, former CIA director, has been subpoenaed to testify before a Florida grand jury as part of a Justice Department probe into whether officials conspired against President Donald Trump. This investigation looks at claims that government agents worked together to violate Trump’s rights during various probes, including ones about the 2016 election and classified documents.
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John Brennan was subpoenaed to appear before a grand jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, on October 15.
The subpoena is part of a broad criminal inquiry into a possible conspiracy against President Trump by law enforcement and intelligence officials.
The investigation covers earlier probes into Trump’s ties to Russia in 2016 and his handling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago.
Brennan is also a target in a Washington investigation about whether he lied to Congress in 2023, which he denies.
Subpoenas for grand jury testimony in the false statements case were first issued in spring but later changed to voluntary interviews.
Joe diGenova, the lead prosecutor in the conspiracy investigation, resigned abruptly amid dissatisfaction from the Justice Department and White House.
No replacement has been named for diGenova as of now.
Brennan filed a lawsuit asking the court to protect all investigation records related to him, to help fight any potential charges.
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Texas Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett honored musicians Chris Brown and Usher with an official congressional recognition at a concert. This drew criticism because Chris Brown has a criminal record for assault and faces other legal issues.
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Jasmine Crockett is a Democratic representative from Texas.
She gave Chris Brown and Usher a ceremonial congressional honor at a concert in Arlington, Texas.
Chris Brown pleaded guilty in 2009 to assaulting singer Rihanna and also pleaded guilty to a UK charge of affray (a violent public fight).
Some people criticized Crockett for honoring Brown, calling it inappropriate given his history.
Crockett lost the Texas Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate earlier this year.
She has not publicly campaigned with the current Democratic Senate nominee, James Talarico.
Some supporters say Crockett was promoting lower-profile candidates at the concert instead of focusing on the Senate race.
Crockett did not respond to requests for comment about the controversy.
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A US government report found that immigrants held at a Florida detention center called "Alligator Alcatraz" were kept in small outdoor metal cages for up to two hours. The facility did not meet basic standards for hygiene, medical care, and living conditions, and it was run by Florida state officials with federal funding.
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The detention center "Alligator Alcatraz" was located in the Florida Everglades and operated from 2025 to mid-2026.
Immigrants were kept in outdoor metal cages about 18 square feet in size for periods ranging from minutes to nearly two hours.
The cages were used, among other reasons, for discipline and as a way for detainees to calm down.
The facility failed to provide sufficient hygiene, medical care, clean drinking water, and enough living space.
Showers had small bugs and detainees could only shower three times per week.
The center was created by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis through an executive order but funded by the federal government.
The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Inspector General conducted a surprise visit and reported serious problems.
President Donald Trump visited the facility in 2025 and made a comment about immigrants needing to escape alligators.
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A cooling tower at Yankee Stadium tested positive for Legionella bacteria. Officials found 10 cooling towers with this bacteria while looking into an outbreak in the South Bronx.
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Legionella bacteria were found in 10 cooling towers in the South Bronx.
One of the towers is located at Yankee Stadium.
The bacteria can cause Legionnaires' disease, a type of lung infection.
Officials are investigating the outbreak linked to these cooling towers.
The findings came from tests conducted on Sunday.
Cooling towers are part of air conditioning systems and can spread bacteria if not properly maintained.
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Chris Gallant, a Democrat running for Congress in New York's 1st District, is responding to photos from a private BDSM-themed photo shoot that surfaced online. His attorney said the photos were taken consensually with a former partner and are unrelated to his political career.
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Chris Gallant is a 37-year-old Democratic candidate for New York's 1st Congressional District.
Photos showing Gallant in BDSM outfits from a private photo session appeared online, originally on a fetish retailer’s website from 2011 to 2020.
Gallant’s attorney stated the photos were taken with consent during a private shoot and were not meant for wide publication.
Gallant requested the retailer remove the photos once he began considering public office.
Another photo showed Gallant working as a bartender in underwear at a themed event on Fire Island, which is part of the district he seeks to represent.
Gallant’s attorney said these images do not reflect his work or character and called attempts to use them against him politically misleading.
Gallant has military experience in the New York Army National Guard and has worked as an air traffic controller and volunteer firefighter.
He is challenging Republican incumbent Nick LaLota, who currently has a higher chance of reelection but faces mixed public approval ratings.
Polling suggests President Donald Trump’s standing may influence voter attitudes in the district.
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Bettina Anderson, wife of President Donald Trump’s son Donald Trump Jr., said on Instagram that Russian businessman Umar Kremlev hosted post-wedding celebrations in the Bahamas as a generous gift. She confirmed the wedding itself was a small family event and that the celebrations happened later with friends, denying any political motives.
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Bettina Anderson posted that Umar Kremlev, a Russian oligarch, hosted two nights of wedding celebrations for Donald Trump Jr. and her in the Bahamas.
The Russian businessman is secretary general of the International Boxing Federation and a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The official wedding was a family-only event, and President Trump did not attend due to his work commitments.
Anderson said the celebrations were planned before the wedding and that Kremlev’s hosting was a wedding gift.
She denied any political reasons behind their friendship and said there was no conspiracy.
Forbes estimates Donald Trump Jr.’s net worth at about $300 million.
Kremlev’s press office said he and Trump Jr. have been friends for a few years and have never discussed politics.
CBS News asked the Trump Organization why Trump Jr. accepted the gift, but no detailed response was reported.
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Podcast host Joe Rogan said that the public support for Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children, might be a "psyop" (a psychological operation). Clancy has pleaded not guilty, with her defense saying she had severe postpartum mental illness, and the trial has sparked a large discussion about mental health and criminal responsibility.
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Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three children in January 2023 in Massachusetts.
Clancy pleaded not guilty and her defense claims she suffered from severe postpartum mental illness.
Her trial ended in a mistrial because jurors could not agree on a verdict.
Joe Rogan suggested on his show that public support for Clancy might be a psychological operation ("psyop").
Rogan says if the support is natural, it would mean people are more capable of building such movements on their own.
Hundreds of supporters showed up at the courthouse wearing pink and displaying mental health messages.
A GoFundMe campaign for Clancy’s parents raised over $1 million to support them financially.
The case has led to wider discussions about postpartum psychosis, mental illness, and how the healthcare system handles these issues.
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Rep. Robert Garcia, a top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, is seeking information about the involvement of Russian businessman Umar Kremlev in Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding. A report said Kremlev helped fund the wedding held in May.
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Rep. Robert Garcia represents California and is a leading Democrat on the House Oversight Committee.
He is asking for details about a Russian oligarch named Umar Kremlev.
Kremlev reportedly helped pay for Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding in May.
The information comes from a report published by ProPublica.
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is investigating the matter.
The wedding in question is for one of President Donald Trump’s sons.
The inquiry involves potential foreign influence related to the Trump family event.
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Lord Wormald, a former top civil servant and cabinet secretary, received nearly £860,000 after leaving his job 14 months after being appointed by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The payment included compensation for pension and a waiting period, following an early departure reportedly by mutual agreement.
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Lord Wormald was cabinet secretary and head of the Civil Service until February, serving about 14 months.
He received a total severance payment of almost £860,000, including contractual compensation and additional severance.
The payment covered pension contributions and a mandatory waiting period after leaving government.
His salary from April 2025 to February 2026 was between £210,000 and £215,000, making his total earnings for the year over £1 million.
Sir Keir Starmer, as prime minister, authorized the severance package in February.
Lord Wormald was responsible for major government reforms and was involved in checking Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
He was the shortest-serving cabinet secretary in history and was replaced by Dame Antonia Romeo.
Lord Wormald will take a seat as an independent peer in the House of Lords soon.
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President Donald Trump has changed how the U.S. treats its traditional friends in Europe and Canada, often supporting groups and leaders who challenge longstanding alliances. This approach risks weakening the unity and trust among Western countries that have formed the basis of global stability since World War II.
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President Trump has suggested the U.S. might reconsider its position on the Falkland Islands and expressed support for Irish unification.
The Falkland Islands residents mostly want to stay British, and Northern Ireland’s status is settled under the Good Friday Agreement.
Trump has shown support for euroskeptic political groups in Europe that want to weaken the European Union.
The far-right Alternative for Germany party recently gained strong support, and Trump praised them.
Canada, traditionally a close U.S. ally, has faced tariffs and threats from Trump, causing it to seek closer ties with the European Union.
Trump has been softer toward dictators that Western nations have historically opposed.
These actions may cause lasting damage to the trust and cooperation among Western allies, even after Trump leaves office.
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A crane collapsed at a construction site in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood, injuring four people who were taken to hospitals with minor injuries. The cause of the collapse is under investigation, and officials confirmed no fatalities occurred.
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The crane collapsed shortly after 8 a.m. on a Monday morning.
Four people were hospitalized with minor injuries, including two trapped construction workers, the crane operator, and a woman in a nearby car.
The woman’s car caught fire after the crane fell on it, but she escaped safely.
Emergency crews worked to rescue the trapped workers from a storage container and put out the fire.
All other workers at the site were accounted for and unharmed.
The crane that collapsed was a piling rig, which helps drive columns deep into the ground to support buildings.
Officials are investigating the exact cause of the crane collapse.
Injured individuals have not been publicly identified.
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