USPS to cut 10,000 workers through voluntary early retirement program
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy confirmed that the Elon Musk-led DOGE is now working with USPS.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in birthright citizenship cases
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to limit three lower court orders that blocked enforcement of his birthright citizenship executive order nationwide.
Latest on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire proposal
President Trump threatened Russia with consequences on Wednesday if it doesn't agree to a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine. CBS News' Holly Williams has more.
Trump threatens more tariffs
The trade war is escalating as President Trump says he may impose additional tariffs on Canada and the EU. Canada has put 25% reciprocal tariffs on nearly $21 billion worth of American imports, while the EU is preparing to levy 25% tariffs on about $28 billion worth of U.S. imports.
Kentucky CEO on tariffs' business impact
President Trump's 25% tariffs on all imported steel and aluminum have taken effect. Victor Yarbrough, CEO of Brough Brothers Distillery, the first African American-owned distillery in Kentucky, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the impact.
EPA to roll back environmental protections
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday 31 actions rolling back key public health and climate change policies. These regulation cutbacks impact wastewater discharges, how the oil and gas industries report greenhouse gas emissions, coal plant regulations, national air quality standards and electric vehicle mandates. Tracy Wholf, senior coordinating producer of the CBS News climate unit, breaks it down.
Who will retaliatory tariffs impact most?
President Trump is moving full speed ahead on tariffs. The administration imposed a 25% tariff on Wednesday on all steel and aluminum imports, and the response from America's allies has been swift. The European Union is imposing tariffs on $28 billion worth of American goods. Canada also announced its own retaliatory tariffs on $21 billion worth of U.S. products. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Former Education secretary on Trump cuts
The Trump administration is cutting the Education Department's workforce in half. Arne Duncan, who served as secretary of education under former President Barack Obama, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Irish, undocumented, and unsure of their future in Trump's America
They run businesses. They tend bars. They pay taxes. But still they live in fear. There are thousands of undocumented Irish immigrants in America today, and some of them shared their stories.
Ex-employee on Education Department cuts
The Department of Education is cutting its workforce by nearly 50% as the Trump administration proceeds with plans to dismantle the agency. The bulk of the department's responsibilities include financial assistance to low-income schools, support for students with disabilities, civil rights oversight and federal student loans and grants. CBS News' Caitlin Huey Burns spoke with a former employee.
EU announces retaliation against U.S. tariffs
The European Union announced retaliatory measures on about $28 billion in U.S. industrial and agricultural goods in response to President Trump's 25% increase in tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Despite Wall Street's reaction to the trade tensions, Mr. Trump said he does not think there will be a recession.
Education Department cutting nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Lutnick says Trump's policies are "worth it" even if they lead to recession
The president's tariff announcements have rocked the stock markets and fueled concerns of an economic downturn.
Lead-up to Ukraine's willingness on ceasefire
After an 8-hour meeting with Trump administration officials in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, Ukraine said it is ready to accept a U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire with Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more. Jonathan Wachtel, former director of communications and senior policy adviser at the U.S. mission to the United Nations, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Tesla facilities across the country attacked in protest of Elon Musk
President Trump says any attacks on Tesla facilities will be considered "domestic terrorism" following the wave of protests and violence.
Gabbard says security clearances canceled for top Biden officials and others
The revocations are the latest in a campaign to punish and cut off access to people who the president alleges "weaponized" the nation's court systems against him.
Rubio, Ukraine officials to meet in Saudi Arabia
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia this week. Meanwhile, Russia has stepped up its attacks on Ukraine. Holly Williams has the latest.
Trudeau steps down as tariff dispute continues
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped down Sunday. Meanwhile, the back-and-forth over tariffs continued. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Trump doesn't rule out recession, rising inflation
In an interview with Fox News, President Trump acknowledged inflation could continue to rise and wouldn't say whether or not he thinks the U.S. economy could fall into a recession. Nikole Killion has more.
What America is losing as Trump fires independent government watchdogs
President Trump has fired heads of offices and agencies tasked, since Watergate, with protecting federal workers and whistleblowers. Scott Pelley reports on what's happening to independent watchdogs.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejects talks with the U.S.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said talks between the two countries would be aimed at imposing restrictions on Iranian missile range and its influence in the region.
Trump threatens sanctions, tariffs on Russia
President Trump on Friday threatened tariffs and sanctions on Russia as he ramped up pressure to end the war in Ukraine. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak reports.
State Dept. suspends reporting air quality levels staff relied on overseas
State Department staff were taken aback this week by a department directive instructing embassies and consulates to stop publishing air quality monitoring data.
Should you buy a car now before auto tariffs go into effect?
Experts say you could save thousands of dollars by buying a car now, versus later in 2025 if tariffs are enacted.
Some economists think U.S. inflation is likely to rise in 2025
More restrictive trade and immigration policies under the Trump administration could mean higher prices for Americans, Morgan Stanley analysts say.
Appeals court rules many of Trump's tariffs are illegal, but doesn't halt them
A federal appeals court said many of the tariffs imposed by President Trump on dozens of countries earlier this year are not legally permissible, but didn't halt them.
Illinois Gov. Pritzker says sending troops to Chicago would be an "invasion"
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker told CBS News that President Trump has "other aims" aside from fighting crime, as he vows to crack down in Chicago.
SSA chief data officer resigns after filing whistleblower complaint
Charles Borges filed a whistleblower complaint alleging DOGE employees uploaded a copy of all U.S. Social Security info to a "vulnerable cloud environment."
Pentagon mulls speeding process to reinstate troops discharged over COVID vaccine
Veterans forced out under the mandate have been frustrated by what they described as a slow, arduous process to return to service.
Missouri's Republican governor calls special session on redistricting
Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe made the announcement just hours after Texas GOP Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law a new congressional voting map designed to help Republicans gain five more seats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Judge blocks Trump admin. from expanding fast-track deportations nationwide
A federal judge dealt a major blow to the Trump administration's mass deportation efforts late Friday, blocking it from expanding a process called expedited removal nationwide.
CVS and Walgreens limit access to COVID vaccines as required by some state guidelines
CVS said the pharmacy chain cannot vaccinate those even with a prescription in Massachusetts, Nevada and New Mexico due to state laws and regulations.
Bones found in search for father accused of killing 3 daughters
The FBI said it found bones while searching for signs of Travis Decker. The bones were being analyzed to determine if they are human or animal.
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Joni Ernst won't seek reelection to Senate in 2026, sources say
GOP Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa is expected to announce next week she's not running for reelection in 2026.