Attorney says independent autopsy raises more questions about deadly shooting of 1-year-old outside Mississippi Walmart

The legal team for the family of a 1-year-old who was fatally shot as police in Mississippi responded to a shoplifting call at a Walmart said Wednesday that a preliminary autopsy indicated that the bullet that hit him entered through the car’s side, raising new questions about whether the shooting was justified. Limited time: Save … Read more

Supreme Court rules Trump cannot fire Fed member Lisa Cook; grants him more power over other independent agencies

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday delivered a setback to President Donald Trump, rejecting his attempt to fire Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook, while in a separate case giving him a freer hand to exert control over other hitherto independent federal agencies. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, … Read more

Senate Democrats to train staffers as independent election observers

Senate Democrats announced they’re creating a new program to train congressional staff to serve as independent election observers. The staff members will be sent to polling locations to monitor voting procedures and ballot counting in states with Senate races. The House already has a similar program. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more. Source … Read more

Montana Senate showdown emerges as Trump-backed Republican faces independent challenge

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The race to replace a political titan from the Treasure State has taken shape with three challengers who will square off in November.  What was expected to be an easy path to victory in Montana was shaken up earlier in 2026. Now, three new faces — former … Read more

Is the Justice Department independent of the president?

This week, the Justice Department created a so-called “anti-weaponization fund” as part of a settlement between President Trump and his own federal government over the leaking of his tax returns. The settlement also includes a pledge from the IRS that it will not pursue any legal claims it may have against Mr. Trump, his family … Read more

Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Federal Reserve chair, Trump insists he’ll remain independent

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the new Federal Reserve chair on Friday, replacing Jerome Powell. During the ceremony, President Trump insisted Warsh will remain independent as he navigates inflation and other U.S. economic concerns. CBS News’ Ed O’Keefe and Emily Pandise report. Source link

Tech for seniors: The problem-solving devices that can help them stay independent longer

As Americans are living longer than ever, seniors are increasingly prioritizing aging in place, which means to live safely, comfortably and independently in their home and community for as long as possible. “It’s about maintaining routines, dignity and connection to the people and places that are familiar to them,” says Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger, a gerontologist … Read more

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan ends independent bid for Michigan governor

Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan on Thursday ended his independent campaign for governor in Michigan, citing national headwinds that are boosting Democrats. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “If we were even in the polls and behind in fundraising, we have a path to winning. If … Read more

Democrats pick Nebraska Senate nominee who could drop out and back independent Dan Osborn

Cindy Burbank won the Democratic Senate primary in Nebraska, NBC News projects, potentially clearing the way for independent Dan Osborn to take on GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts head-to-head in the fall. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Burbank defeated pastor William Forbes for the Democratic nomination, … Read more

Trump’s Iran war ‘naughty’ list pushes Europe toward more independent defense

European officials were, on the whole, not surprised when they heard news reports last month that the Trump administration had drawn up a list of NATO allies who should be punished for failing to support the U.S. war in Iran. Nicknamed the “naughty and nice” list, it was on brand for President Donald Trump, who … Read more