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The shutdown raises questions about what it would mean for lawmakers themselves — and their paychecks.
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Taliban shuts down internet across Afghanistan in latest crackdown
A local Taliban spokesperson in northern Afghanistan said that the Taliban leader had ordered the ban "to prevent immoral activities."
Government shutdown nears as White House meeting yields little progress
Congressional leaders met with President Trump at the White House as Washington barrels toward a 2025 shutdown.
Senate returns as lawmakers stare down government shutdown
The Senate returned to Washington on Monday with less than two days to fund the government amid a stalemate between Democrats and Republicans on the path forward.
Fired federal workers share new paths in life
It's been eight months since the Trump administration started shaking up the government, making deep cuts in the federal workforce. About 100,000 workers lost jobs and careers. So what are they doing now? Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
China leverages spies in the U.S.
China is intent on using spies to monitor and influence events outside its own borders. 60 Minutes reports on why China's spies are on the rise, and what happens when one gets caught in the U.S.
Trump says U.S. will seek the death penalty for murders committed in D.C.
"If somebody kills somebody in the capital, Washington, D.C., we're going to be seeking the death penalty," President Trump said.
Federal government least trusted in new poll
A new Gallup-Bentley University poll gives insight into how Americans view institutions which have the power and influence to act in society's best interest. Jeff Gulati, a political science professor at Bentley University, joins to discuss.
D.C.'s case against Trump's police takeover
The nation's capital has filed an emergency legal challenge to the Trump administration's federal takeover of its police department. A federal judge heard initial arguments, just hours after Attorney General Pam Bondi replaced the city's police chief with an emergency commissioner. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
How trustworthy is data from the government?
When President Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics earlier this month, he accused her, without evidence, of producing fake job numbers before the last presidential election. Julia Lane, a professor at New York University's Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss more.
Trump says he expects Congress to extend federal takeover of D.C. police
President Trump said the White House will seek "long-term extensions" from Congress to maintain federal control of the D.C. police as part of a push to crack down on crime.
What the National Guard and federal law enforcement can and can't do in D.C.
President Trump is calling up the D.C. National Guard and federal law enforcement to address crime in the capital.
Epstein accuser's attorney speaks out
As convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell come back into the national spotlight, CBS News is also revisiting stories of Epstein survivors like Maria Farmer. She says she reported Epstein and Maxwell to the FBI in 1996 and 2006. She is suing the federal government for failing to protect her. Farmer's attorney, Jennifer Freeman, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
"Dismantling" independent oversight in D.C.
In its purge of federal employees, the Trump administration has fired independent inspectors general, heads of government watchdog agencies, and everyday civil servants. Here's why so many government roles have been non-partisan — and what's lost if they go away.
Maryland bill seeks to help ex-federal workers
New legislation in a Maryland county is aiming to make it easier for laid-off federal employees to find work. Will Jawando, vice president for the Montgomery County Council in Maryland, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the bill.
A look at the history between Iran and the U.S.
Jericka Duncan shares a recap of the checkered history between the U.S. and Iran.
Native Americans hurt by federal health cuts, despite RFK Jr.'s promises
The Indian Health Service was mostly spared in the federal government's widespread staffing cuts, but tribal governments and organizations have lost funding elsewhere.
Trump seeks to take mortgage giants public
President Trump reiterated on Wednesday that his administration is working to take mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public, but still keep them under U.S. government oversight. CBS News business contributor Javier David breaks down what this would mean.
Judge in Abrego Garcia case frustrated with Trump administration
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia's return — and has sparred with government lawyers since then.
Reporter's Notebook: The budget's true meaning
The federal budget isn't just a policy document, it's a statement of values -- and a moral test. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Former government commissioner on firing
President Trump has fired three of the five members of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, including the head of the independent federal agency. Former commissioner Richard Trumka Jr. joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Why the U.S.-U.K. trade deal may not be as good as it sounds
President Trump says a new U.S. trade pact with the U.K. can serve as the basis for more trade deals. Economists say that could be a problem.
Federal spending in Trump's first 100 days
Despite President Trump's promises to cut government spending, the Treasury Department's daily financial reports reveal that the U.S. has spent about $220 billion more in Mr. Trump's first 100 days than during the same period in 2024. CBS News vice president of data journalism John Kelly breaks down the numbers.
Nearly all government libraries staff on leave
This week, libraries across the U.S. were told that their approved federal grants had been cancelled, according to the American Library Association. On Monday, nearly all employees at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, were placed on administrative leave. Steve Potash, founder and CEO of OverDrive, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump targets collective bargaining rights
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday night aimed at ending collective bargaining rights for many government employees. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett spoke with United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain about Mr. Trump's efforts.
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Government shutdown begins as lawmakers fail to reach deal to extend funding
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years began at midnight after lawmakers failed to reach a deal on extending funding.
Trump, Hegseth rally troops at rare meeting, rail against "woke" standards
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth touted the new name, the Department of War, saying "the era of the Department of Defense is over."
Judge finds Trump admin. unconstitutionally targeted pro-Palestinian students
A judge gave a blistering assessment of the Trump administration's efforts to go after international students who expressed pro-Palestinian views on college campuses.
Judge removes Trump-appointed top Nevada prosecutor as "not validly serving"
A judge ruled Tuesday that the top federal prosecutor in Nevada is not serving legally in the role — marking the second time that a judge has partially sidelined one of the Trump administration's prosecutors.
Trump administration to defund federal watchdog council
Two GOP senators are raising questions about the defunding of the Council of Inspectors General.
White House withdraws E.J. Antoni nomination to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
E. J. Antoni was nominated for the role in August, after President Trump fired former BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer.
Why is the government shut down? Here's what's behind the funding lapse
The government shut down Wednesday after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to extend government funding.
Video shows several houses along Outer Banks collapsing into Atlantic Ocean
The homes, once propped on high stilts, collapsed in the afternoon in Buxton, a community on one of a string of islands that make up the Outer Banks.
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban, citing "irreconcilable differences"
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have been married since 2006 and have two daughters together.