James Comey, the former FBI Director, responded to being charged with making threats against President Trump because of a photo he posted with seashells arranged to show "86-47." Comey said this charge does not reflect the true character of the country.
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James Comey is a former FBI Director.
He was indicted on two charges of making threats against President Trump.
The charges relate to a social media post showing seashells arranged as "86-47."
"86-47" is believed to be a reference to President Trump, the 47th President.
Comey posted a video statement responding to the indictment.
He stated that the charges do not represent who the country is.
The photo was taken on a North Carolina beach about a year ago.
The legal action against Comey is based on his social media activity.
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The US Department of Justice has asked a judge to allow work to continue on President Donald Trump's new White House ballroom, citing the recent shooting at the Washington Correspondent's Dinner as a reason for needing a safer event space. Preservationists have sued to stop the $400 million project, arguing it lacked proper approvals and violated historic preservation rules.
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A federal judge ordered a pause on construction of President Trump’s new White House ballroom after a lawsuit from preservationists.
The lawsuit claims President Trump did not get required approvals from Congress and federal agencies for the project.
The East Wing of the White House, built in 1902, was demolished in October to make room for the new ballroom.
The Department of Justice wants the judge to lift the pause, saying the ballroom would provide safer space for presidential events after a recent shooting in Washington.
On Saturday, an armed suspect tried to enter the Washington Correspondent’s Dinner, causing evacuation and panic among attendees.
President Trump has said the ballroom is being built on one of the safest pieces of land in the country to improve security.
The preservationists’ group, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, says they will continue the lawsuit.
Legal experts think the government’s request to resume construction may not convince the judge to change his decision.
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James Comey, former FBI director, has been indicted again by the Department of Justice. The latest charges relate to a social media post he made last year, which the DOJ says is a death threat against President Trump.
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James Comey is the former director of the FBI.
The Department of Justice has indicted him for the second time under President Trump's administration.
The new indictment is about a social media post Comey made last year.
The post showed seashells arranged to spell "86 47."
The DOJ claims this post is a death threat aimed at President Trump.
The Justice correspondent Ali Rogin reported on the case.
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A man named Cole Tomas Allen tried to attack the White House Correspondents' Dinner held at the Hilton hotel in Washington, D.C., by firing a shotgun while running. An officer wearing a bulletproof vest returned fire and was hit in the vest pocket, likely by a bullet that hit his phone; Allen was captured and charged with trying to kill President Donald Trump and other crimes.
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Cole Tomas Allen ran past security with a shotgun at about 9 miles per hour during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Allen fired his shotgun, which likely hit a cellphone inside the pocket of an officer’s bulletproof vest.
The officer fired five shots in response and was not seriously hurt.
Allen fell and was immediately detained by officers who removed his weapons and checked for explosives.
Allen traveled from California with two firearms and several knives.
He was charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump, discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, and carrying weapons with intent to commit a felony.
Allen had booked a hotel room at the Hilton and accessed the event using an unguarded back stairwell.
The White House Correspondents' Dinner ballroom was secure and separate from the hotel areas open to the public.
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Some Republican lawmakers criticized Democratic lawmakers for applauding King Charles III during a recent event. They pointed out that many Democrats had supported protests against President Trump that used the phrase "No Kings."
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Republicans criticized Democrats for applauding King Charles III.
The applause happened during a public event on Tuesday.
Democrats had previously supported protests against President Trump called “No Kings.”
Senator Ashley Moody of Florida asked why Democrats would clap for an actual king after those protests.
The criticism was shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
The focus was on the perceived contradiction between the Democrats’ past actions and their current behavior.
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The Justice Department has formally charged former FBI Director James Comey with two counts related to threatening President Donald Trump's life. This accusation was announced on a Tuesday by the department.
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James Comey is the former director of the FBI.
The Justice Department has charged him with two counts.
Both counts involve threats against President Donald Trump's life.
The charges were announced on a Tuesday.
CBS News reporter Jake Rosen reported the details.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed a new plan to redraw the state's congressional districts. Democratic Representative Kathy Castor opposes this plan because it would change the boundaries of her district.
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Florida lawmakers are considering a new congressional map proposed by Governor DeSantis.
The map would change the boundaries of some congressional districts in Florida.
Representative Kathy Castor is against the proposed map.
Castor’s own district would be affected by the new boundaries.
The debate over the map is part of a larger nationwide fight over how voting districts are drawn.
The process of drawing these maps is called redistricting.
Redistricting typically happens after the census to reflect population changes.
Opponents often claim maps are drawn to benefit one political party, which is called gerrymandering.
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A recent poll by The Economist and YouGov shows that President Donald Trump’s approval ratings are at new lows among millennials (ages 30-44) and baby boomers (ages 65 and older). The poll found that fewer people in these age groups support the president, which could impact the Republican Party’s chances in the upcoming midterm elections.
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President Trump’s overall approval rating is 37%, with 59% disapproval.
Among millennials (ages 30-44), Trump’s approval is 29%, with 65% disapproval.
Among baby boomers (65 and older), approval is 37%, with 61% disapproval.
The poll surveyed 1,836 U.S. adults from April 24 to April 27, 2024.
Trump’s net approval rating among these groups is at its lowest point during his second term.
Approval ratings among older voters (baby boomers) have declined, despite previously higher support.
White House spokesman emphasized Trump’s achievements and the voters who elected him in November 2024.
Low approval rates among major voter groups could influence midterm election turnout and policy discussions.
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Federal agents searched childcare centers in Minnesota. A former advisor to Dr. Anthony Fauci was charged by a federal grand jury for hiding pandemic records. The State Department is planning to put President Trump's picture on new passports.
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Federal agents executed search warrants at childcare centers in Minnesota.
A former advisor to Dr. Anthony Fauci at the National Institutes of Health faces federal charges.
The advisor is accused of conspiring to hide records related to the pandemic.
A federal grand jury in Maryland issued the indictment.
The U.S. State Department is working on plans to include President Trump's image on new passports.
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Senator Mitch McConnell, who leads a key Senate committee on defense spending, criticized the Pentagon for holding back $400 million in military aid to Ukraine that Congress approved. He pointed to Elbridge Colby, a top defense official, as a probable reason for the delay.
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Mitch McConnell is the chair of the Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Congress authorized $400 million in military aid to Ukraine.
The Pentagon has not yet released this $400 million in aid.
McConnell is publicly criticizing the Department of Defense for the delay.
Elbridge Colby is the undersecretary of defense for policy.
McConnell identified Colby as a likely obstacle to sending the aid.
The aid is intended to support Ukraine’s defense efforts.
This issue is part of ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine amid conflict.
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Former FBI Director James Comey said he is innocent after receiving a second federal indictment. He made a statement saying he is not afraid of the charges against him.
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James Comey is the former director of the FBI.
He has been indicted twice at the federal level.
Comey said he is still innocent.
He also said he is not afraid.
The news was discussed by political figures Zac Petkanas and Curtis Sliwa.
The statement was made public on a Tuesday.
CBS News covered the story and included a video segment.
The coverage includes commentary from people with different political backgrounds.
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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is threatening to revoke ABC’s broadcast licenses. This action is connected to Disney’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts but is also viewed as part of a dispute between President Donald Trump and ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.
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The FCC is reviewing ABC’s broadcast licenses and may take them away.
This review is linked to Disney’s DEI programs.
DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion, which are efforts to promote fairness and representation.
The action by the FCC is seen as retaliation in a conflict involving President Trump and Jimmy Kimmel.
Jimmy Kimmel is a late-night TV host on ABC.
President Trump has called for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired.
This situation is part of a larger political and media-related dispute.
CNN media analyst Brian Stelter discussed these developments with Geoff Bennett.
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The White House shared a photo of President Trump and King Charles III with the caption “two Kings” during the king’s visit to the U.S. Some people oppose President Trump and have used the phrase “No Kings” in protests. Recently, President Trump said in an interview that he does not want to be called a king.
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The White House posted a photo of President Trump and King Charles III together.
The caption on the photo was “two Kings.”
King Charles III was visiting the United States at the time.
Some opponents of President Trump use the phrase “No Kings” to protest him.
President Trump told CBS News on “60 Minutes” that he does not want the title of king.
The photo was shared during the monarch’s official visit to the U.S.
The event reflects a moment of interaction between U.S. leadership and the British monarchy.
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Gun violence affects many communities in the United States every day. It causes long-term problems not just for victims but also for their families and neighborhoods, creating an ongoing public health issue.
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Gun violence happens frequently across the country.
Many shootings are not widely reported in the news.
The effects last a lifetime for victims and their families.
Entire neighborhoods can suffer because of gun violence.
Experts see gun violence as a public health crisis.
Dr. Emmy Betz directs a program focused on preventing firearm injuries.
William Brangham spoke with Dr. Betz about the issue.
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Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted again in a case involving a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach. The Justice Department says the photo contained a threat against President Donald Trump.
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James Comey, former FBI Director, faces a new indictment.
The case involves a photo showing seashells placed on a beach.
Officials say the photo was a threat against President Donald Trump.
The photo was posted about a year ago.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche secured the indictment.
Todd Blanche previously worked as President Trump’s personal lawyer.
This is the second criminal case against Comey in recent months.
The Justice Department is led by the Trump administration.
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Military families have reported that toxic mold is present in military housing, causing health problems. This issue has affected service members and their families for a long time, and reports discuss what actions are being taken to fix the problem.
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Toxic mold is found in homes provided to military families.
The mold has been linked to health issues among residents.
The problem has existed for several years.
Service members and their families are raising concerns about the housing conditions.
Reports examine the measures taken to address the mold problem.
Some efforts have been made, but families say more needs to be done.
The issue affects military housing across different locations.
Health risks from mold include allergies and respiratory problems.
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King Charles III gave a rare speech to a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress. Former FBI Director James Comey said he is innocent after being indicted again.
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King Charles III addressed both houses of the U.S. Congress together.
Such addresses by foreign monarchs are very rare.
James Comey, the former head of the FBI, faces a new legal indictment.
Comey publicly declared his innocence regarding the charges.
The news report was part of CBS Evening News on April 28.
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Gunfire broke out at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, causing chaos and prompting security agents to protect Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The incident recalls a past era of political violence in the U.S., highlighting current concerns about increased threats against President Donald Trump and other political figures.
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Shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner held at the Washington Hilton on April 25, 2026.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., then Health and Human Services Secretary, was quickly protected and evacuated by his security team.
The gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, allegedly planned to assassinate President Trump and members of his Cabinet.
President Trump has survived three assassination attempts, more than any previous U.S. president.
The event draws parallels to political violence during the 1960s and 1970s, including the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy Sr. in 1968.
Experts note current political divisions and social unrest resemble those of the late 20th century, with public distrust in government and economic difficulties.
Historians warn that rising political violence reflects ongoing extreme partisan tensions and alienation in American society.
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Three students injured in a December shooting at Brown University have sued the school, claiming it ignored warnings about the shooter and failed to provide enough security to stop the attack. The lawsuits say the students suffered serious injuries because the university did not act on prior reports about the attacker.
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Three students injured in the Brown University shooting have filed lawsuits against the school.
The lawsuits accuse Brown University of ignoring warnings about the shooter and not maintaining proper security.
The shooter, Claudio Neves Valente, opened fire in a campus building on December 13, killing two students and wounding nine others.
Neves Valente also killed a professor from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology two days later and then died by suicide.
A custodian had reportedly warned Brown's security that the shooter was "casing" or checking out the building before the shooting.
Brown University’s president put campus police on leave and started reviewing security policies after the shooting.
Questions remain about whether the building had security cameras and how easy it was to access the campus buildings.
Brown University is reviewing the lawsuits and has made no detailed comment out of respect for the plaintiffs’ privacy.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will appear for two public hearings on Capitol Hill this week. Republican lawmakers plan to question him about how the Trump administration handled the conflict with Iran and recent dismissals in the Pentagon.
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Pete Hegseth is the current U.S. Defense Secretary.
He will testify before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday.
This is his first public testimony in this role.
Republican lawmakers want to discuss the Trump administration’s approach to the Iran war.
Lawmakers will also question him about several recent high-profile Pentagon firings.
The hearings are scheduled back-to-back during the same week.
The events take place on Capitol Hill, where Congress meets.
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