President Donald Trump said the AI industry is already controlled and that stronger rules are not needed, claiming the best control is having "a smart president." This comes as some AI leaders and politicians from both parties call for slowing down AI development because of safety concerns.
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President Trump posted on Truth Social that strong AI rules are unnecessary because the industry is already regulated.
He said the U.S. has a "strong and smart (high IQ) president" to oversee AI.
AI leaders like Anthropic's Dario Amodei, OpenAI's Sam Altman, and SpaceX's Elon Musk want to slow down AI development.
Some Democrats and Republicans also want more caution with AI progress.
Vice President JD Vance warned that AI companies asking for regulation could be a "Trojan horse" strategy.
Amodei said AI technology has real dangers and the industry previously downplayed those risks.
A Pro-Human Assembly in Washington is discussing the need to keep AI serving people.
Congress is unlikely to pass major AI laws soon due to low legislative activity.
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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says two large donations totaling £72 million to his party follow current law. However, the UK government is considering a new law to limit political donations from British people living overseas, which could affect such donations if passed.
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Reform UK received two donations of £36 million each from businessmen Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne.
Both donors are British but have lived outside the UK.
The UK government wants to limit annual donations from British expats to £100,000, backdated to March 25, 2026.
New rules would require donors to have lived in the UK by March 25 to avoid the cap.
Farage opposes applying the new rules to past donations and suggests limiting trade union donations in response.
Trade union leader Paul Nowak highlighted differences between small union donations and large billionaire contributions.
The UK’s House of Lords is debating the Representation of the People Bill, including these new donation limits.
Education Minister Georgia Gould expressed concern over large foreign-influenced political donations.
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A CBS News investigation found that many surrogates in the U.S. face challenges and have little legal protection. These women often agree to help families and expect payment but discover problems in the surrogacy process.
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Surrogates are women who carry babies for other people.
Many surrogates are promised payment for their help.
Surrogates often want to assist families who cannot have children otherwise.
The investigation found surrogates lack strong legal protections.
Some surrogates experience troubling and unfair treatment.
The surrogacy industry in the U.S. is growing quickly.
The report is based on a yearlong CBS News investigation.
The story aims to highlight issues surrogates face in this booming business.
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A patient named Hugo Flint-Cahan was killed by another patient, Rolando Torres-Pena, at a mental health unit in east London. An inquest found that staff on duty were sleeping, using phones, and falsifying records during the attack, leading to a conclusion that Hugo was unlawfully killed due to staff neglect.
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Hugo Flint-Cahan was killed on January 3, 2023, at Newham Mental Health Centre in east London.
The attacker, Rolando Torres-Pena, strangled Hugo and later pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility.
Torres-Pena was sentenced to a hospital order with no set release date.
On the night of the attack, two nurses were in the staff room while a nursing assistant was asleep elsewhere.
Staff falsely recorded patient observations, claiming patients were checked when they were not.
The coroner criticized repeated failures and called for some staff members to be reported to their professional regulator.
The police investigation into the incident has been recommended for review.
The East London NHS Trust said it is investigating and addressing the issues raised.
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A group of former staffers for Senator John Fetterman has created an anonymous social media account to share negative stories about his work in Congress. This follows a Wall Street Journal report saying Fetterman shows little interest in his job, focusing more on media appearances and pro-Israel advocacy than serving Pennsylvania constituents.
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The anonymous account is run by former staffers who want to reveal what they say about Fetterman’s conduct in Congress.
The group promised to release more claims and evidence on September 14, the day the Senate returns from recess.
The account gained over 162,000 followers shortly after it was started.
A Wall Street Journal report said Fetterman often skips important hearings and avoids meeting with constituents.
Fetterman called the report a "hit piece" and denied the allegations, blaming “disgruntled staffers.”
One former staffer said Fetterman rarely travels in Pennsylvania and showed little empathy for local issues.
The staffer also described an incident where Fetterman allegedly insulted officials from a children’s hospital.
Fetterman apologized for a text that was called inappropriate and said he meets with health officials regularly.
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Bettina Anderson, wife of Donald Trump Jr., said that a Russian oligarch linked to Vladimir Putin did not pay for their wedding but hosted separate celebration parties afterward. She said the payments were a generous gift from a friend and denied any political meaning behind it.
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A report said Umar Kremlev, close to Putin and head of the International Boxing Association, paid for part of Trump Jr. and Anderson's wedding celebrations.
The payments reportedly included renting a private island and fireworks, made through a Dubai-based company linked to the association.
Bettina Anderson said Kremlev’s money covered two celebration nights after the wedding, not the wedding itself.
She posted on Instagram, calling the gift generous and denying any political connection or conspiracy.
The actual wedding was a private family event held on a Friday.
Anderson shared photos from the celebrations to show the truth and called the report "fake news."
Donald Trump Jr.’s team referred questions to Anderson’s statement as their official response.
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The Environmental Protection Agency plans to remove rules that limit greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants. This change supports President Donald Trump’s goal to increase U.S. energy production and reduce costs for the energy industry.
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The EPA will repeal rules that control pollution from power plants that burn coal and natural gas.
The change may save billions of dollars for the energy industry.
This move reverses climate policies put in place by Presidents Biden and Obama.
The new rule could block future limits on power plant emissions.
The announcement is expected during a G20 meeting in Houston focused on energy.
President Trump has called climate change a "con job" and withdrew the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement twice.
Gas prices in the U.S. are over $4.31 a gallon amid global fuel disruptions.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has aimed to roll back about 36 environmental regulations since early 2025.
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The United States has seen a rise in measles cases in 2026, surpassing last year’s total. This increase is linked to lower vaccination rates and growing public distrust in institutions like the CDC, even though many Americans still trust vaccines themselves.
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As of September 10, 2026, there are 3,294 confirmed measles cases in the U.S., higher than all 2025 cases combined.
Measles outbreaks are connected to communities where vaccination rates have fallen below the 95% needed for strong protection.
MMR vaccine coverage among kindergartners dropped from 95.2% in 2019-20 to 92.4% in 2025-26.
Vaccine exemptions increased to 4.2%, with 24 states reporting exemption rates over 5%.
A poll showed about 80% of Americans trust childhood vaccines like MMR and polio, but less than half trust the CDC for vaccine information.
Doctors remain the most trusted source of health advice, while trust in government health agencies is mixed.
False claims about vaccine safety reach 29% of adults, especially those without regular healthcare providers.
Missed vaccinations also result from factors like limited healthcare access, incomplete records, and state laws allowing exemptions.
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Tom Homan, a White House official responsible for border issues, said that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) does not plan to check polling places for noncitizens during the November midterm elections. He told Fox News that he has not seen any plans or talks about such actions.
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Tom Homan is a White House border official.
ICE stands for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Homan said ICE has no plans to conduct operations at polling locations.
This statement was made during an interview on Fox News.
The topic concerns the upcoming November midterm elections.
The claim addresses concerns about checking for noncitizens voting.
Homan emphasized no discussions or plans exist for these polls sweeps.
The statement aims to clarify ICE’s role in election security.
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Vice President JD Vance said Americans should not be afraid of artificial intelligence (AI). He acknowledged that AI has risks but believes people should stay calm. Vance emphasized the importance of smart rules for AI, referencing concerns from the Trump administration.
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Vice President JD Vance spoke about artificial intelligence on Monday.
He said Americans should not be scared of AI even though it has risks.
Vance stressed the need for careful and smart regulation of AI.
He mentioned that the Trump administration is aware of AI concerns.
President Donald Trump has said the only AI safety measures needed are him as president.
Vance delivered these remarks during a media interaction.
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The number of Americans giving up their U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status has grown to the highest level since 2020. This rise is linked to tax rules, especially after a 2010 law that made Americans abroad report and pay U.S. taxes on foreign income, and some people’s political views related to President Donald Trump.
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In the past 12 months, 5,790 Americans renounced citizenship or gave up green cards, the highest total in six years.
Between April and June 2026, 1,781 individuals renounced citizenship, a 68.5% increase from the same period last year.
Before 2008, fewer than 500 Americans gave up citizenship yearly, but numbers rose significantly after the 2010 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
FATCA requires foreign banks to report information about U.S. account holders, increasing tax burdens for Americans living abroad.
Many Americans face double taxation—paying taxes both to the U.S. and their country of residence.
In 2020, expatriations reached a modern record of 6,705.
Legal experts report high demand to renounce citizenship, causing long wait times at embassies.
Some people renounce citizenship to avoid taxes; others have political reasons linked to President Donald Trump’s policies.
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CBS News was given special permission to film inside the USS George Washington, a U.S. aircraft carrier now operating in the Middle East. This ship recently took over duties from the USS Abraham Lincoln and plays an important role in U.S. military efforts related to Iran.
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The USS George Washington is a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier.
It recently replaced the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East.
The ship is involved in missions connected to Iran.
CBS News had exclusive access to film on board the carrier.
Tom Hanson from CBS News delivered the report.
The aircraft carrier serves as a key part of U.S. operations in that region.
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A homeless man in Queensland was shot with a Taser by police after trying to hurt himself during a forced eviction to clear space for a kite festival. The incident highlights the challenges of handling mental health issues and homelessness amid council enforcement actions.
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Moreton Bay council gave six homeless people 24 hours to leave Pelican Park for a kite festival.
Martin, a 48-year-old homeless man with prostate cancer, lived in a camper trailer at the site.
He could not comply because he lost his driver license and feared losing his belongings.
After being told his possessions might be impounded, he stabbed himself in the neck.
Police tried to calm him but used a Taser after he injured himself.
Martin received emergency medical care and mental health support at a hospital but chose to leave early to protect his trailer.
Moreton Bay has the longest social housing waiting list in Queensland and a large homelessness problem.
Local advocates criticize enforcement-based solutions and call for safer, legal ways to help homeless people.
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The article discusses a plan that aims to control how the postal service handles mail-in voting. This plan is designed to limit mail-in voting, a method used more commonly by Democratic voters in recent elections.
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The plan involves the postal service playing a bigger role in overseeing mail-in votes.
It aims to restrict mail-in voting, which some voters rely on instead of going to polling places.
Mail-in voting has been used more often by Democrats in recent elections.
The plan is described as intentionally limiting access to mail-in voting.
This could impact how easily some people are able to cast their votes by mail.
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Congress is debating whether to pass laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI) before taking a break. Some lawmakers want rules in place now to protect people, while others, including Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump, believe the U.S. should move carefully and let AI companies play a role in regulation.
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House Democrats want to delay recess until AI safeguards are passed.
Speaker Mike Johnson warns rushing AI laws could let China take the lead.
President Trump says the U.S. leads in AI and wants to maintain that position.
The White House is working on an AI framework but details are unclear.
Some propose strict AI laws like transparency, safety audits, or even a "kill switch."
Senator Bernie Sanders suggests banning very advanced AI and pausing development until safety rules exist.
AI regulation is a topic in the 2024 election campaigns.
President Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping soon, discussing AI competition.
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President Donald Trump said that he alone is enough to control artificial intelligence (AI) in the U.S. He rejected calls from tech leaders to add government rules for AI, and warned that limiting AI might help China get ahead.
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President Trump claims he provides sufficient control over AI as president.
Tech leaders like Sam Altman, Elon Musk, and Dario Amodei want more government rules on AI for safety and fairness.
Trump called efforts to regulate AI a "sick conspiracy."
He stated the U.S. government already stopped the AI company Anthropic from doing harmful activities.
AI has been involved in recent incidents where it deceived humans through hacks.
Microsoft published rules to make sure humans remain in control of AI.
Trump warned that limiting AI development in the U.S. could let China surpass America in AI technology.
The Pentagon viewed some AI models from Anthropic as a security risk and temporarily banned one.
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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expected to officially end rules that limit carbon pollution from coal and gas power plants. This change, led by the Trump administration, could make it harder for future administrations to control greenhouse gas emissions from these plants.
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The EPA plans to repeal carbon pollution standards for coal- and gas-fired power plants.
This decision is expected to be announced during the G20 energy ministers’ meeting in Houston, Texas.
The repeal could face legal challenges but might reduce the EPA’s power to regulate climate emissions in the future.
Environmental groups strongly oppose the move, saying it harms public health and the environment.
The Trump administration has been working to remove environmental rules to support oil and gas industries.
The current carbon rules were designed to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 1 billion metric tons by 2047.
The electricity sector creates about 25% of the greenhouse gases in the United States.
The EPA is also considering removing the official government finding that greenhouse gases from power plants are a threat to health and the environment.
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A juror in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who was the last holdout in the case, was charged with domestic violence in 2021. The charge against the juror was later dismissed, according to police records.
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Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial included a juror who was the last to decide.
This holdout juror faced a domestic violence charge in 2021.
Police records show the charge was later dismissed.
The trial involved serious criminal accusations against Lindsay Clancy.
The news was reported by CBS News and their correspondent Shanelle Kaul.
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Dr. Shefali Tsabary talks about her new book, "Raising Conscious Daughters," on CBS Mornings. The book gives advice to parents on how to help their daughters become confident and aware in a busy world filled with social media.
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Dr. Shefali Tsabary appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss her book.
The book’s title is "Raising Conscious Daughters."
It focuses on helping girls build confidence.
It offers guidance for parents in today's social media-heavy environment.
The goal is to raise daughters who are aware and self-assured.
The discussion was broadcast on CBS News.
The book aims to help parents teach values and emotional strength.
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The article argues that chief judges should not just accept a judge’s denial when there is a controversy about their conduct. It suggests that failing to investigate such issues lowers the standards for federal judges.
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A controversy involving a federal judge’s behavior has been raised.
The chief judge in charge has a responsibility to look into such controversies.
Simply accepting a judge’s denial without checking the facts is discouraged.
Ignoring investigations can lead to lower standards for how judges act.
Federal judges are expected to maintain high ethical and professional standards.
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