Fed Governor Lisa Cook claimed 2nd residence as “vacation home” in loan estimate, potentially undercutting Trump fraud claims

[ad_1] Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook referred to a condominium she purchased in June 2021 as a “vacation home” in a loan estimate, a characterization that could undermine claims by the Trump administration that she committed mortgage fraud. President Donald Trump has sought to fire Cook “for cause,” relying on allegations that Cook claimed both…

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Many Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations scrapped due to ICE raid fears, changed political climate

[ad_1] Each year during Hispanic Heritage Month, huge celebrations can be expected across the U.S. to showcase the diversity and culture of Hispanic people. This year, the Trump administration’s immigration crackdowns, a federally led English-only initiative and an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion push have changed the national climate in which these celebrations occur. Organizers across…

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National civil rights museum expanding. Unlike Smithsonian, Trump has no immediate sway over its content

[ad_1] Atlanta — A popular museum in Atlanta is expanding at a critical moment in the United States – and unlike the Smithsonian Institution, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights is privately funded, putting it beyond the immediate reach of Trump administration efforts to control what Americans learn about their history. The months-long…

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Full transcript of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Sept. 14, 2025

[ad_1] On this “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” broadcast, moderated by Major Garrett:  CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane  House Speaker Mike Johnson, Republican of Louisiana CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger Sens. Chris Coons, Democrat of Delaware, and James Lankford, Republican of Oklahoma Robert Pape, University of Chicago professor and founding director of…

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Utah governor says suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination is not cooperating with authorities

[ad_1] The 22-year-old suspect behind the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is “not cooperating” with investigators, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and two law enforcement sources said. Cox stressed on several Sunday morning news shows that investigators are still trying to pin down a motive for the attack and said more information may come out…

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