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President Trump stated a potential agreement with Iran could be signed soon, involving the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. The deal follows earlier threats to attack civilian infrastructure and take over Iran's energy facilities.

President Trump announced a potential agreement with Iran that could include opening the Strait of Hormuz, following earlier threats to attack civilian infrastructure and take over Iran's energy facilities. He stated the deal's documents are in 'pretty final shape' and could be signed over the weekend.

President Trump announced the cancellation of planned strikes against Iran and claimed a peace deal is imminent, following conflicting statements about military action. He stated discussions with Iranian leadership have reached a critical stage, though challenges like rising gas prices and public skepticism persist.

President Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, the top prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, to lead the national intelligence agency. Jay Clayton has also served as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

President Trump is nominating Jay Clayton, former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman, for the role of director of national intelligence. The nomination is reported by CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion.

CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins stated in an interview that President Trump's core supporters may not realize he seeks validation from mainstream media, despite his public conflicts with the press. Collins discussed this during a conversation with New York Times reporter Shawn McCreesh for Interview Magazine.

President Trump announced the cancellation of scheduled strikes on Iran due to progress on a potential deal. Jon Alterman, Brzezinski Chair in Global Security and Geostrategy at CSIS, discussed the situation on CBS News.

The U.S. State Department announced sanctions against Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company Unión Cuba-Petróleo (CUPET). Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the sanctions follow President Trump’s May 1 executive order expanding sanctions on government officials and agents.

President Trump announced the cancellation of planned strikes against Iran, citing progress on a potential peace deal. The announcement was made from the Oval Office.

President Trump announced that a peace deal will be announced soon and has canceled further strikes. He had previously been escalating rhetoric against Iran.

President Trump selected Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). This decision followed the appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director, with Trump expressing high regard for Clayton in a statement.

President Trump announced the cancellation of planned strikes against Iran and indicated progress on a potential peace deal. CBS News anchors Margaret Brennan and Courtney Kealy are reporting on the development.

President Trump announced the nomination of Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, as Director of National Intelligence. The move follows criticism of Bill Pulte's interim appointment, with bipartisan reactions and implications for the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act renewal.

President Trump announced the nomination of Jay Clayton to be the next director of national intelligence. Jay Clayton is currently the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. The announcement was reported by CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns.

Jacob Reses, Vice President Vance’s chief of staff who has been with him since his Senate campaign, will leave the role at the end of summer. Reses has served since Vance took office with President Trump in January 2025.

President Trump has announced his selection of Manhattan US Attorney Jay Clayton to replace Tulsi Gabbard as the next director of national intelligence.

President Trump announced his nomination of former Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence. The decision follows pressure on Trump to reverse course after naming Bill Pulte as acting head of the intelligence community.

Silicon Valley executives and venture capitalists warn the U.S. defense supply chain is unprepared for modern warfare, citing vulnerabilities in critical minerals, drone manufacturing, and ammunition infrastructure. They emphasize the need for public-private partnerships and modernization to counter China's dominance in rare earth elements and robotics.

Daniel Dale, a CNN fact-checker known for fact-checking President Trump, has not appeared on the network in over three months. His absence has prompted questions, particularly following merger news.

President Trump recognized construction workers who renovated the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool at the Oval Office, presenting them with signed hats and challenge coins. The workers received the recognition ahead of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) supported President Trump’s threat to seize Iran’s Kharg Island, calling it 'welcome news' and 'the ultimate game changer'.

The House rejected a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, risking its expiration Friday. The vote was 198-218, with Democrats opposing the extension unless President Trump reverses his decision to appoint Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, which they argue lacks legitimacy.

Kharg Island is a heavily fortified, strategically vital island off Iran's north coast that President Trump says the U.S. may seize control of militarily.

President Trump claimed the US will take 'total control' of Iranian oil production in the 'not too distant future.' Recent US and Iranian strikes have rendered a ceasefire 'meaningless,' according to Tehran.

The United States and Iran exchanged attacks, with the U.S. striking targets in Tehran and southern Iran, and Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz. Iran declared the April 8, 2026, ceasefire 'meaningless' and targeted U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. Efforts to negotiate an interim deal continue, with unresolved issues over the release of Iranian funds.

President Trump’s Board of Peace is facing scrutiny over its funding sources and destinations, while its U.S. peace plan for Gaza remains stalled. Questions about financial transparency and project obstacles are highlighted in the article.

Midterm pressures are causing GOP leaders to face challenges as Republicans in battleground districts increasingly defy them and President Trump to attract broader voter support. The shift from primary season to the general election complicates party unity.

President Trump’s acceleration of a controversial pick to lead the intelligence community is intensifying a stalemate over renewing spy powers, complicating efforts to secure even a short-term extension. House and Senate attempts to pass a bill reauthorizing Section 702 of the surveillance law face heightened challenges due to the dispute.

President Trump faces growing pushback from Senate Republicans over his handling of the military conflict with Iran. Democrats believe they are close to passing a war powers resolution to withdraw U.S. forces, with four Republican senators having voted to discharge it.

President Trump promoted the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a showcase for American unity, but visa restrictions and immigration enforcement concerns have suppressed international participation and bookings. Incidents like denied entries for a Somali referee, an Iraqi striker, and a photographer, along with fears of ICE presence at games, have highlighted tensions between Trump's 'America First' agenda and hosting a global event.

America's intelligence agencies face legal uncertainty as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act nears expiration. Democrats refuse to extend the law unless President Trump revokes Bill Pulte's nomination as acting director of national intelligence, while Republicans warn of national security risks.

The United States conducted a second day of airstrikes on Iran in response to stalled negotiations, while Iran retaliated with attacks targeting Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. A U.S. attack on an oil tanker killed three Indian mariners, and Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy supplies.

American inflation reached a three-year high of 4.2%, driven by oil, and the Dow fell over 950 points as President Trump threatened fresh strikes on Iran.

The U.S. is striking targets in Iran following missile launches that targeted American bases in the region. President Trump stated the U.S. has been assisting stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz to assert control over the waterway.

Congress has a Friday deadline to reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with critics from both left and right arguing it is prone to abuse. Some lawmakers refuse to support the extension until President Trump withdraws his nominee to oversee the intelligence community.

The U.S. launched strikes against Iran's ammunition depots and other targets in response to the downing of a U.S. helicopter. President Trump had previously vowed to retaliate with force. CBS News reporter Eleanor Watson and former CIA leader Joe Zacks provided details and analysis.

The U.S. military launched new attacks on Iran on Wednesday, with President Trump stating it is time for the regime to 'pay the price'. Ed O'Keefe reported the news.

The U.S. military is striking multiple targets in Iran for the second day of renewed attacks. President Trump warned that Tehran would 'pay the price' for stalled negotiations to end the war.

The U.S. military is striking 'multiple targets' in Iran on the second day of renewed attacks. President Trump warned Tehran would 'pay the price' for stalled negotiations aimed at ending the war.

The U.S. military launched additional strikes on Iranian targets early Thursday morning local time, hours after President Trump vowed to hit Iran 'hard'.