Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she prefers President Trump to be on a golf course rather than working in the Oval Office. Her comment came after President Trump made strong threats toward Iran.
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a Democratic representative from New York.
She expressed that she would rather see President Trump golfing than making decisions in the Oval Office.
This statement followed President Trump's serious threats toward Iran.
The comment reflects concern about President Trump's actions related to foreign policy.
President Trump was described as playing golf during a time of tension with Iran.
The situation involves U.S. government and international relations issues.
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The Pentagon has requested $1.5 trillion for the next fiscal year, with $54 billion specifically for drones and drone-related technology. This funding aims to expand drone production, operator training, logistics, and counter-drone defenses, making it one of the largest drone investments in US military history.
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The Pentagon’s FY2027 budget includes $53.6 billion to increase drone production, training, logistics, and counter-drone systems.
The Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG), started in 2025, will see a large budget increase from $226 million in 2026 to this new funding.
Another $20.6 billion is requested for one-way attack drones and drone aircraft that can work with manned fighter jets.
Some funds will support defensive systems against small drones and the Navy’s MQ-25 drone for midair refueling.
This drone budget is larger than many countries’ entire military budgets and rivals the US Marine Corps' budget.
The funding focuses mainly on existing drone systems and excludes support for building more manufacturing capacity.
The US has used drones like the Predator and Reaper for surveillance and strikes for years.
Recent conflicts, such as the war in Ukraine, showed the impact of smaller drones and strike drones on modern battlefields.
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Newly sworn-in Representative Analilia Mejia from New Jersey said she is unsure about supporting House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker if Democrats regain control of the House in November. She emphasized the need for a discussion about the party’s leadership and goals.
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Analilia Mejia is a newly elected Democratic member of the House from New Jersey.
She has not yet committed to backing Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker of the House.
Jeffries is the current House Democratic Leader from New York.
Mejia expressed that the party should discuss its leadership direction.
The possibility of Democrats regaining the House majority will be decided in the November elections.
The Speaker of the House is the leader chosen by the majority party to run the chamber.
Mejia’s comments show there may be differing opinions within the Democratic Party about leadership choices.
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Florida's attorney general has started a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing chats between its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, and a Florida State University student accused of a deadly campus shooting. The investigation focuses on whether ChatGPT gave advice that could have helped the suspect plan the attack.
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Florida's attorney general announced a criminal probe into OpenAI related to ChatGPT's role in a 2023 FSU shooting.
The suspect, Phoenix Ikner, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and seven counts of attempted first-degree murder.
Prosecutors said if a person had given the same advice as ChatGPT did, that person could be charged with murder.
ChatGPT reportedly provided advice on what gun to use and its effectiveness.
Florida is subpoenaing OpenAI for records about how they handle threats and cooperate with law enforcement.
OpenAI says it found the suspect’s account and shared it with police, denying the AI encouraged illegal actions.
Chat logs show the suspect asked ChatGPT about shotgun shells, prison sentences, media response to shootings, and campus details.
OpenAI said it continues to work on safety measures to prevent misuse of its AI technology.
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The main road (A76) through Sanquhar will close for six weeks starting June 1 to fix the stonework on the historic Tolbooth Museum. This closure will force drivers to take a 50-mile detour, which local shop owners say could cause serious problems for deliveries and customers.
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The A76 road in Sanquhar will close completely from June 1 to July 10 for repairs on the Tolbooth Museum's stonework.
The Tolbooth Museum building was constructed between 1735 and 1737 and is an important historic site.
Before the full closure, temporary traffic lights will manage the road from May 18 for about two weeks.
Local shops rely on people passing by and deliveries, both of which will be disrupted.
A 50-mile detour will be in place, using other roads like the A70, B7078, and A702.
Shop owners are worried about losing customers and supply problems during the closure.
The council plans signs to show that local businesses are still open during the works.
The council says the repairs are necessary for safety because the road narrows near the historic building.
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President Donald Trump's approval rating on handling the economy has dropped from 38% in March to 30% in April, according to an AP-NORC poll. The ongoing conflict with Iran and rising prices, especially for gas, have contributed to lower public support, including among some Republicans.
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The AP-NORC poll was conducted from April 16-20.
Approval on Trump's economic leadership fell to 30% in April from 38% in March.
Only 32% of U.S. adults approve of Trump's leadership on the Iran conflict.
Gas prices increased after the U.S. attacked Iran in February, despite Trump's promises to lower them.
Inflation rose by 3.3% in March compared to the previous year.
About one-quarter of Americans approve of how Trump is handling the cost of living.
Half of Republicans approve of Trump's cost of living policies, but younger Republicans disapprove more.
Trump dismissed the Iran conflict as a "little journey" and expressed surprise that oil prices remained around $90 per barrel.
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The parents of Sheridan Gorman, a Loyola University student who was killed in Chicago, spoke out calling for changes following the shooting. They highlighted that the shooter was a Venezuelan man living in the U.S. illegally.
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Sheridan Gorman was a student at Loyola University in Chicago.
She was fatally shot last month in Chicago.
The alleged shooter is a Venezuelan man living in the U.S. without legal status.
Gorman’s parents spoke to CBS News about the incident.
They urged for changes to prevent such events from happening again.
The interview was featured on CBS Mornings with Matt Gutman.
The parents expressed that the shooting should never happen to anyone’s family.
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urged the next Democratic president to work on passing universal healthcare. He said that this has been an important and debated issue among Democrats for some time.
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Governor Tim Walz is a Democrat and currently leads Minnesota.
He advised the future Democratic president to focus on universal healthcare.
Universal healthcare means healthcare coverage for all people.
This idea has been debated within the Democratic Party for several years.
Walz mentioned progress made under former President Barack Obama and Congress.
The statement suggests healthcare is a key priority for upcoming Democratic leadership.
Walz spoke publicly about this at a time when the Democratic Party is planning strategies for future elections.
The focus is on improving or expanding health coverage for more Americans.
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The City of St. Louis is proposing a water rate increase that could raise bills for about 300,000 residents by hundreds of dollars over several years. The hikes aim to fix old water pipes, cover costs from staff shortages, and improve the water system’s reliability.
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The proposed water rate increases would affect all residents and businesses within St. Louis city limits, about 300,000 people.
Water bills now average $35 to $45 per month and would rise in stages from 2026 to 2032.
The first two years (2026 and 2027) would see two 18% increases, raising bills by $7 to $9 per month each year.
From 2028 to 2030, bills would increase by 6% annually, adding $2 to $3 more per month each year.
The increases respond to frequent water main breaks and aging infrastructure needing repairs.
Staffing shortages with about 25% vacancies cause operational delays and higher costs due to overtime and contractors.
Around 1 in 5 St. Louis residents live below the poverty line, so the rate hikes could make water less affordable for many families.
A customer assistance program funded by ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) helps eligible residents with water bills.
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Florida’s top prosecutor has started a criminal investigation into OpenAI and its AI chatbot ChatGPT to see if they influenced a man accused of a mass shooting at Florida State University last year. The investigation focuses on whether ChatGPT gave advice to the shooter and if OpenAI is responsible in any way.
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Florida’s state attorney general, James Uthmeier, announced a criminal probe into OpenAI and ChatGPT.
Subpoenas have been issued to OpenAI as part of the investigation.
The probe examines if ChatGPT gave advice to Phoenix Ikner, the accused shooter at Florida State University.
Ikner is charged with first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder and pleaded not guilty.
Lawyers for one victim’s family claim Ikner communicated frequently with ChatGPT before the shooting.
Uthmeier said ChatGPT allegedly advised on guns and ammunition relevant to the shooting.
OpenAI denies responsibility and says ChatGPT only gave factual answers available publicly.
OpenAI is cooperating with authorities and shared information connected to the suspect’s ChatGPT account.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments about whether fines imposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) violate the right to a jury trial. AT&T and Verizon were fined $104 million for selling customers' location data without consent and claim the FCC's fine process denies them a jury trial. The court suggested fines are “nonbinding” and may require court approval to be enforced.
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AT&T and Verizon were fined a total of $104 million by the FCC for selling real-time location data without customer consent.
The companies argue that the FCC’s method of imposing fines violates their Seventh Amendment right to a jury trial.
Supreme Court justices said carriers could refuse to pay fines and wait for the government to sue in court, where a jury trial is possible.
The FCC and court officials indicated that FCC fines do not automatically have to be paid and need a court’s approval to be enforced.
Government lawyers said the FCC may rewrite its fine procedures to clarify that fines aren’t due before a jury trial.
The Trump administration is defending fines issued during the Biden administration.
AT&T previously had one fine overturned by the appellate court, while Verizon lost an appeal.
The government argues that without the FCC’s power to fine, important rules on privacy and security might not be enforced.
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A new book reveals differing opinions among former Supreme Court clerks about Justice Elena Kagan’s management style. Some clerks describe her as emotionally demanding and harsh, while others defend her as having high standards and good relationships with her former clerks. The book also notes that Kagan remains popular with the American public despite mixed views inside the Court.
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The book "Alito: The Justice Who Reshaped the Supreme Court and Restored the Constitution" was published recently.
Some former clerks describe Justice Kagan as "emotionally abusive" and demoralizing in her treatment of clerks.
Other former clerks disagree and say the negative views are exaggerated and reflect differences with tough bosses.
Kagan is known for her strong legal skills and ability to work with conservative justices.
Kagan’s favorability rating among the American public is relatively high, second only to Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
Among Republicans, Kagan has a higher favorability than other liberal justices, despite a slightly negative rating.
The book contrasts Kagan’s mixed reviews with very positive views of Justice Samuel Alito, who is described as smart, meticulous, and courteous to his clerks.
The Supreme Court did not provide a comment on the book by the time of publication.
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President Donald Trump will share a video of himself reading a Bible passage, 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, during a weeklong event called “America Reads the Bible.” The event is streamed online and includes many Republican leaders and Christian figures. This comes after Trump deleted a social media post showing an AI-generated image of him as Jesus, which caused criticism from evangelical supporters.
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Trump recorded a 2½-minute video reading the Bible passage 2 Chronicles 7:11–22.
The video will be shown at the Museum of the Bible and streamed on Pure Flix at 6 p.m. ET.
The passage includes a prayer for God to heal the land if people humble themselves and pray.
Trump deleted an AI-created image showing him as Jesus healing someone after criticism from evangelical leaders.
Trump’s Bible reading was planned before the controversial social media post was deleted.
Nearly 500 people, including top Republicans and evangelical leaders, are participating in the “America Reads the Bible” event.
Other participants include Trump’s chief of staff, several Cabinet members, and well-known religious and political figures.
The event aims to promote prayer and faith among Americans during difficult times.
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The Australian government plans to use savings from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to improve aged care services like showering and dressing support for older people. Separately, police have charged a fourth man in connection with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian.
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The government will redirect some savings from the NDIS to help older Australians with personal care services.
Services like showering, dressing, and continence management are considered essential for aging with dignity.
Changes to aged care services removing out-of-pocket costs will take effect from October 1, 2024.
Independent senator David Pocock supports a 25% tax on gas exports to help fund Australian needs and lower domestic prices.
Chris Baghsarian disappeared on February 13, 2024, and his remains were found on February 24 near Pitt Town.
Police believe Baghsarian was kidnapped by mistake and have charged four men over his kidnapping and murder.
The most recent arrest was a 19-year-old man charged with murder and ransom-related offenses, who was denied bail.
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Investor Mark Cuban said he does not want Kamala Harris to run for president in 2028. Cuban previously supported Harris in the 2024 presidential race against President Donald Trump.
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Mark Cuban is an investor known for his public political opinions.
Kamala Harris ran for president in the 2024 election.
Mark Cuban was one of Harris’s supporters during the 2024 campaign.
In 2028, Harris has not officially announced any plans to run for president.
At a recent event, Cuban was asked if he wanted Harris to run in 2028, and he said “no.”
The question was asked during Politico’s Health Care Summit.
Cuban’s current position differs from his earlier support in 2024.
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The FBI is looking into cases involving at least 10 workers at secret government laboratories who have died or gone missing. This investigation aims to find out what happened to these staff members.
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At least 10 staff members at secret government labs have died or disappeared.
The FBI is leading the investigation into these cases.
The labs involved are government-run and operate in secret.
CBS News reporter Anna Schecter provided details on the investigation.
The reasons behind the deaths and disappearances are currently unknown.
The investigation is ongoing to uncover any possible connections or causes.
The story was reported by CBS News and is accessible on the CBS News app.
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A federal appeals court stopped an order that required the dismantling of the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration facility in Florida. The court ruled that the Trump administration did not have enough federal control over the construction to require an environmental review.
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The "Alligator Alcatraz" is an immigration detention facility in Florida.
Environmental groups sued, asking for the facility to be dismantled.
A federal judge had ordered the facility to be taken down.
The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals suspended this order.
The appeals court held a 2-1 vote in favor of the Trump administration.
The court said there was not enough federal authority to force a federal environmental review before construction.
The decision allows the immigration facility to remain open for now.
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Lawmakers held a hearing to address hospice fraud, which is costing taxpayers millions and affecting Medicare hospice programs. They discussed fraud cases involving fake billing and stolen identities and sought ways to improve oversight and protect patients.
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Hospice fraud is causing the loss of hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars.
Fraudulent operators use fake or stolen names to bill Medicare for hospice care not needed.
A CBS News investigation found over 700 out of about 1,800 hospices in Los Angeles County showed signs of possible fraud.
One doctor’s name appeared on Medicare claims for nearly 2,800 patients across 126 hospices in 2024.
Victims of hospice fraud can struggle to unenroll and lose access to other necessary medical care through Medicare.
Experts suggest better enforcement when hospices enter the system is needed to prevent fraud.
Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers agree fraud happens in states led by governors from both parties.
There is concern about protecting honest hospice providers who offer essential end-of-life care services.
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Voters in Virginia went to the polls on Tuesday to decide whether to change the state’s congressional district boundaries before the November midterm elections. This vote is one of the last chances for Democrats to redraw the maps after President Trump pushed for new district maps in Texas last year.
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The election took place in Virginia on a Tuesday in April.
Voters decided on a referendum about changing congressional district maps.
The redistricting decision affects the upcoming November midterm elections.
Democrats see this vote as their last chance to redraw districts in Virginia.
The push for new maps started after President Trump called for changes in Texas last year.
Redistricting is the process of redrawing electoral district boundaries.
This election is unusual because it happened outside the normal election schedule.
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating big meatpacking companies to see if they broke laws by working together unfairly. The companies under investigation include Cargill, JBS, National Beef, and Tyson Foods.
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The DOJ's antitrust division is conducting the investigation.
The focus is on possible criminal anti-competitive behavior.
Companies involved are Cargill, JBS, National Beef, and Tyson Foods.
Cargill and Tyson Foods are U.S.-based companies.
JBS is an international company with significant U.S. operations.
The investigation follows allegations related to price manipulation in the meat industry.
This inquiry aims to ensure fair business practices and protect consumers.
The inquiry was reported by Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter.
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