Politics

'A Friend To Everyone': Local Agencies That Worked With Rep. Elijah Cummings React To His DeathCummings was known for his work on racial justice and healthcare, among other issues. After his sudden death on Thursday morning, some of those groups are sharing their condolences.
Rep. Elijah Cummings' District Reacts To Congressman's Sudden DeathNews of longtime Baltimore Rep. Elijah Cummings' sudden death Thursday morning spread quickly through west Baltimore and beyond.
Hogan Has Second-Highest Approval Rating Of US Governors, New Poll FindsA new Morning Consult poll shows 70 percent of Marylanders approve of Gov. Larry Hogan's job performance, making him the second-most popular governor in the country.
Ex-Maryland Del. Tawanna Gaines Pleads Guilty To Using Campaign Funds For Personal BenefitFormer Maryland State Delegate Tawanna Gaines pleaded guilty Thursday morning to a wire fraud charge, the Justice Department said.
Kamala Harris Defends Push To Get Trump's Twitter Account SuspendedSen. Kamala Harris on Wednesday defended her calls for Twitter to suspend President Donald Trump's account, a plan she reiterated on stage at the fourth Democratic primary presidential debate hosted by CNN and The New York Times.
Appeals Court To Hold Rehearing On Trump Hotel Lawsuit Brought By Md., DCA federal appeals court will reconsider a ruling from a three-judge panel that threw out a lawsuit accusing President Donald Trump of illegally profiting off the presidency through his luxury Washington hotel.
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Implosion at Hard Rock Hotel site topples crane onto New Orleans street"I would tell you I do not think it could go much better," New Orleans Fire Department Chief Tim McConnell said
2020 Sunday Trail Markers: Trump, Dem challengers to attend same forumPresident Trump will travel to South Carolina on Friday to participate in a criminal justice forum where Democratic presidential candidates will also be speaking
10/20: CBS Evening NewsTrump awards huge G-7 contract to himself, then reverses decision; GM workers on strike set to vote on new labor deal.
Politics week in review: Trump cancels plans to host G-7 summit at his Florida resortFollowing a wave of criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, President Trump says he has canceled plans to host next year's G-7 summit at his resort in Doral, Florida. National politics reporter for The Washington Post and CBSN political contributor Sean Sullivan breaks down the latest headlines for the CBSN Politics week in review.
GM workers on strike set to vote on new labor dealThis is a critical week for General Motors. Strikers are set to vote Friday on a tentative new labor deal. It would end a 35-day walkout that has shut down General Motors production across North America. Dean Reynolds reports.
3 soldiers killed and 3 hurt in training accident at Fort StewartThree soldiers were killed and three others were injured during a training accident at Fort Stewart, an army base in Georgia. They were riding in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle. Tom Hanson reports.

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Jimmy the border collie rescued from cliff in AustraliaAn adventurous dog got more than he bargained for after wandering away from home on Sunday. Jimmy the border collie somehow wound up stranded high above Bells Beach in Australia. A rescue worker finally dropped in, greeted by Jimmy and his frantically wagging tail. Soon after, Jimmy was reunited with his two-legged dad.
Trump awards huge G-7 contract to himself, then reverses decisionThe decision was unprecedented in American politics: With an impeachment inquiry on Capitol Hill, Donald Trump awarded a huge contract to himself. The president wanted next year’s G-7 meeting be held at his golf resort outside Miami. He made an abrupt reversal last night after days of fierce criticism. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House.
Experts say ISIS and Russia could benefit from Syria onslaughtMichael Morell, the former CIA deputy director and CBS News senior national security contributor, and William Burns, the former deputy secretary of state, break down the latest developments between Turkey and Syria.
Retired General Raymond Thomas says Syria withdrawal gives ISIS a "great opportunity" to resurgeThe former commander of U.S. Special Operations Command talks White House strategy in Syria.
Qantas Airlines' "Project Sunrise" takes off as world's longest nonstop flightQantas Airlines' "Project Sunrise" departed Friday night bound some 10,000 miles from New York to Sydney, Australia. Around 40 passengers staggered off after landing a short time ago, having flown for more than 19 hours.
American forces continue withdrawal from northern SyriaAmerican forces continued their withdrawal from northern Syria. Defense secretary Mark Esper says they’re headed for Iraq — not home, as President Trump promised. Left behind are America's ally: the Kurds. Holly Williams reports.