USS Gerald R. Ford arrives in Caribbean Sea in striking distance of Venezuela

The largest, most advanced aircraft carrier in the nation, along with three guided missile destroyers, crossed into the Caribbean Sea on Sunday morning, the U.S. Navy said, adding to a buildup of U.S. military assets near Venezuela. Charlie D’Agata is in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with more. Source link

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End of government shutdown clears way for Epstein vote, leading to Trump-Greene dispute

The end of the government shutdown has cleared the way for a critical vote expected Tuesday in the House to release all of the Epstein files. It also led to a major blowup between President Trump and longtime ally Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Willie James Inman has the details. Source link

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Rep. Grijalva says delay of her swearing in was “strategic” to prevent release of Epstein files

Rep. Grijalva says delay of her swearing in was “strategic” to prevent release of Epstein files – CBS News Watch CBS News Arizona Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva said it was “painful” waiting for seven weeks to take the oath of office, but now the Democrat trying to focus on her new role in the House. Nikole…

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House Republican leaders aiming to hold Tuesday vote on forcing release of Epstein files, sources say

By Zak Hudak November 16, 2025 / 4:17 PM EST / CBS News House Republican leaders are aiming to hold a vote Tuesday on legislation to force the full release of the Justice Department’s files on Jeffrey Epstein, sources familiar with the vote tell CBS.  All Democrats and four Republican House members last week successfully…

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USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean in major buildup near Venezuela

The most advanced aircraft carrier in the nation crossed into the Caribbean Sea on Sunday, the U.S. Navy said, marking a major buildup in the region.  The arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford marks a major moment in what the Trump administration says is a counterdrug operation but has been seen as an escalating…

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Sen. Jeanne Shaheen says “we need to put the shutdown behind us, end the circular firing squad”

Washington — Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, a New Hampshire Democrat who helped facilitate the deal to end the shutdown last week, said Sunday that lawmakers need to put the shutdown behind them as they look for consensus to address health care costs.  “We need to put the shutdown behind us, end the circular firing squad, and…

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Transcript: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Nov. 16, 2025

The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, Democrat of New Hampshire, that aired on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” on Nov. 16, 2025. MARGARET BRENNAN: We go now to New Hampshire Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Good morning to you, Senator. SENATOR JEANNE SHAHEEN: Good morning. Nice to be with…

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Federal immigration agents launch immigration crackdown in Charlotte

The Trump administration announced Saturday that it is launching another immigration enforcement operation, this time in Charlotte, North Carolina, a blue city with one of the fastest-growing immigrant populations in the country. Hundreds protested on Saturday, calling the operation an attack on their community. Source link

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Sen. John Fetterman says he’s “back home” from hospital after falling

Sen. John Fetterman said he was released from the hospital after he suffered minor injuries to his face from a fall last week. Fetterman posted a picture Saturday on social media with stitches, saying “20 stitches later and a full recovery, I’m back home” with his wife, Gisele Fetterman, and their children.  The Pennsylvania Democrat thanked…

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A lesson in civics, and civility

Last month, in Surry, Virginia, 19-year-old Cameran Drew ran for a seat on the board of supervisors, taking inspiration from his high school civics class. His opponent? His civics teacher, Kenneth Bell. Steve Hartman reports on an election that could be a teachable moment. Source link

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