Jeff Sessions is the latest pick from President Trump’s nominations to be confirmed; President Trump recently defended Russian President Vladimir Putin and caused controversy by defending the Yemen Raid that led to a Navy SEAL’s death. Source

A federal appeals court announced Thursday that it will not reinstate President Trump’s controversial immigration order; A new effort in Congress hopes to impose oversight and veto power over President Trump’s administration if it decides to lift or weaken sanctions against Russia. Source

Gwen Stefani will take Levine’s spot in the big red chair Source

A vote to pass a $19 billion disaster aid package stalled in the House, after Republican Congressman Chip Roy of Texas objected Friday morning. House leadership was trying to pass the bill by unanimous consent, and President Trump also supports it. Source

The bipartisan bill would allow more small businesses to help with retirement plans, help contribute and pay off loans and let parents use retirement money to help with childcare Source

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The order comes as Trump is departing for Japan over Memorial Day weekend Source

President Trump is ordering more troops to the Middle East as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to rise. The order comes as Trump is departing for Japan over Memorial Day weekend. CBSN’s Vladimir Duthiers has more. Source

The celebrity chef is accused of forcibly kissing and groping a woman at a Boston restaurant in 2017 Source

The Titans want to make sure defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons is ready mentally and physically when he is able to play. Source