Climate disaster database relaunching
A key climate disaster database is back after the Climate Central nonprofit resurrected the tool following its shuttering by the Trump administration. CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has more.
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Lawmakers demand transparency over ballroom
The East Wing of the White House, which stood since 1942, has been demolished in just a few days to make way for President Trump's ballroom. Lawmakers are demanding more transparency about the project. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
U.S. military buildup near Venezuela
After nine strikes on alleged drug boats in the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, President Trump is now warning that strikes on land could be next. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Sam Vinograd have more on the increasing U.S. military presence near Venezuela.
Colombia calls for U.S. to stop boat strikes, "engage in dialogue"
The Colombian government said it "rejects the destruction by the United States of a vessel allegedly related to drug trafficking in the Pacific Ocean."
Colombia asks U.S. to stop boat strikes
Colombia has asked the U.S. to stop attacking boats that the U.S. claims are trafficking drugs in the Pacific and the Caribbean. In a statement, the country urged the U.S. to respect international law and engage in diplomatic talks to address situations. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Who's paying for new White House ballroom?
The Trump administration has demolished the White House East Wing. Crew started working earlier this week to make room for a 90,000 square foot ballroom. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more details.
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House Democrats request details on White House ballroom from President Trump
Three Democrats wrote to President Trump to express concern that decisions about the ballroom addition have been made without public disclosure.
Border Patrol agents to arrive in Bay Area
U.S. Border Patrol agents will start arriving in the San Francisco Bay Area as soon as Thursday. CBS News Bay Area reporter Brad Hamilton has the latest and Nolan Higdon, political and media analyst at the University of California, Santa Cruz, joins CBS News to discuss.
Expert says Putin doesn't respond to pressure
The Trump administration is trying to pressure Russia into a ceasefire, announcing new sanctions Wednesday against major Russian oil companies. Nina Khrushcheva, professor of international affairs at the New School and the great-granddaughter of former Soviet Prime Minister Nikita Khrushchev, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Nebraska Farmers Union president on Trump aid
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says the Trump administration will distribute more than $3 billion in aid for farmers as the government shutdown continues. The agriculture department has not yet said which types of farmers would receive aid. John Hansen, Nebraska Farmers Union President, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Takeaways from Trump meeting with NATO chief
President Trump hosted NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on Wednesday to discuss what's next for Ukraine. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more details.
Sen. Jeff Merkley delivers marathon 22-hour speech to protest Trump
Sen. Jeff Merkley, an Oregon Democrat, delivered a marathon speech protesting President Trump's policies that stretched 22 hours and 37 minutes.
Historic preservation group seeks to pause White House wing demolition
The National Trust for Historic Preservation fears the ballroom annex will overwhelm White House.
Here are the White House East Wing offices Trump is demolishing, sources say
The first lady's office and several other offices will be demolished as a part of the project to add a massive new ballroom.
Why Trump reportedly wants millions from DOJ
President Trump believes the Justice Department should pay him $230 million as compensation for past investigations, according to a report by the New York Times. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more details.
Why Trump may demand DOJ pay him $230 million
President Trump could demand the government pay him $230 million. It would be taxpayer dollars, approved by the DOJ, that he says he deserves for past cases. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane explains.
Colombian killed in U.S. strike was on a fishing trip, family claims
Alejandro Carranza's family is questioning U.S. claims that he was carrying narcotics aboard a small vessel targeted last month.
White House expert on ballroom
Cranes and bulldozers have torn up the facade of the White House's East Wing, clearing the way for President Trump's new ballroom. White House and first lady expert Jennifer Pickens joins CBS News to discuss.
Documentary explores "The Rise of RFK Jr."
PBS's new Frontline documentary, "The Rise of RFK Jr.," premieres Tuesday night and explores how Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a member of one of the United States' most prominent Democratic families, ended up in President Trump's administration. The film's director, co-writer and co-producer Michael Kirk joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Historian on White House East Wing demolition
President Trump is demolishing parts of the White House East Wing to make way for a new ballroom. Douglas Brinkley, U.S. presidential historian and professor of history at Rice University, joins "The Daily Report" to talk about the demolition.
Reaction in Colombia amid tensions with U.S.
Since early September, the Trump administration has struck at least seven alleged drug-carrying boats in the Caribbean. Colombia's president is now accusing the U.S. of murder, claiming one of the attacks hit a fisherman. In response, President Trump said he cut off aid to Colombia and will impose new tariffs. Margarita Rojas, director of internal information at Caracol Televisión, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump meets with Republicans amid shutdown
President Trump is urging Republican lawmakers not to compromise with Democrats over ending the government shutdown. He met with Republican senators at the White House Tuesday, saying he wants the government to be funded before any budget negotiations. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nikole Killion have more.
Rep. Don Bacon on Russia summit cancellation
Republican Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska has been critical of President Trump's handling of the Ukraine-Russia war. Bacon joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio on shutdown
Neither Republicans nor Democrats are backing down as the government shutdown reaches Day 21. Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Reporter on Letitia James prosecutor's messages
The U.S. attorney tasked with going after New York Attorney General Letitia James recently sent several messages via Signal to a legal reporter about the case. The recipient of the messages, senior editor at Lawfare Anna Bower, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Iran's exiled crown prince urges Trump to intervene soon so regime "finally collapses"
In an interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell on Monday, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi said, "We need action to be taken."
Trump slaps 25% tariffs on any countries that do business with Iran
President Trump said Monday he's imposing 25% tariffs on all countries that do business with Iran, as the administration pressures the Iranian government amid anti-regime protests.
Minnesota, Twin Cities file lawsuit in effort to stop ICE surge in state
The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, are suing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other federal officials in an effort to stop the surge of federal law enforcement officials coming into the state.
Warren says Congress could work with Trump to cap credit card rates
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, said she told President Trump Congress can cap credit card rates if he pushes for it.
Deputy to Lindsey Halligan fired over James Comey case
Lindsey Halligan's deputy in the U.S. attorney's office in the Eastern District of Virginia, Robert McBride, was fired after refusing to lead the prosecution of James Comey, a source said.
Sen. Mark Kelly sues Hegseth to block move to cut rank, pension
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeking to block the Pentagon's efforts to downgrade his retirement rank and pay.
U.S. allows Mexico to provide oil to Cuba despite Trump's vow to cut off supply
Mexico has become a key fuel supplier to Cuba since Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's capture by the U.S.
Maps show why Greenland is so important as the Arctic warms
As the Earth warms, new shipping routes from one side of the globe to the other are opening around Greenland, making the vast island a strategic priority for superpowers.
Mom warns of risks after daughter's death revealed links to online nihilists
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.