Trump administration moves to strip protections for endangered species
The proposed changes include the elimination of the "blanket rule" that automatically protects animals and plants when they are classified as threatened.
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Coast Guard admiral, DEA administrator defend strikes on alleged drug boats
The strikes have come amid a broader buildup of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela.
Mike Johnson says Epstein bill has flaws
The long-awaited bill to release the Jeffrey Epstein files headed to President Trump's desk on Wednesday. The House and Senate approved legislation would compel the Justice Department to release any documents related to the Epstein investigation within 30 days. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa have the details.
New details on military ramp-up near Venezuela
President Trump has authorized additional measures to prepare for covert operations inside Venezuela, according to The New York Times. Meanwhile, people in Puerto Rico are seeing some of the U.S. military buildup. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Judge questions DOJ about lead-up to Comey indictment, expresses skepticism
In court Wednesday, former FBI Director James Comey sought to have the criminal charges against him dismissed.
Warning signs appear on Mexican beach declaring area restricted by U.S.
The signs read in English and Spanish, "Warning: Restricted Area," and had been declared restricted by "the commander."
Trump says MBS "knew nothing" about journalist Jamal Khashoggi's killing
President Trump accused a journalist of trying to "embarrass" Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Expert on Trump meeting with MBS
President Trump welcomed Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Washington on Tuesday. Karen Elliott House, who wrote a book on Bin Salman called "The Man Who Would Be King," joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Increased U.S. military buildup in Puerto Rico
The Trump administration has sent multiple warships to the Caribbean amid increasing tensions with Venezuela, including the USS Gerald R. Ford. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more from Puerto Rico.
Trump, MBS announce Saudi investment boost
President Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman to the White House on Tuesday. The two leaders announced a boost in Saudi Arabia's planned investment in the U.S., from $600 billion to nearly $1 trillion. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Olivia Gazis report.
Senate agrees to pass Epstein files bill
The House on Tuesday voted almost unanimously to pass a bill that would compel the Justice Department to release any documents related to the Epstein investigation. Meanwhile, Senators, through the process of unanimous consent, agreed to send the bill to President Trump's desk for his signature without any amendments once it's received from the House. CBS News' Erica Brown has more.
Trump won't rule out troops to Venezuela
President Trump said Monday he is not ruling out U.S. military action inside Venezuela as tensions continued to rise with the Caribbean country. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Nearly 1 in 30 clinical trials affected by NIH cuts, paper says
The NIH cuts affected over 115 clinical trials studying cancer and nearly 100 studying infectious disease, researchers found.
Trump administration sues California for banning agents from wearing face coverings
The Department of Justice is suing California over two recently enacted laws that would prohibit federal agents from wearing facial coverings and require them to identify themselves while conducting their duties.
President Trump floats sending Americans $2,000 tariff rebate checks
President Trump floated the idea of tapping his administration's tariff revenue to send checks to most Americans.
Acting FEMA head David Richardson resigns
David Richardson, the acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, submitted his resignation Monday morning, according to multiple current and former Homeland Security officials familiar with the decision. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
DHS detained more than 100 in Charlotte
More than 130 people have been detained in Charlotte as the Trump administration carries out its latest immigration crackdown. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Latest on Charlotte immigration crackdown
Dozens of people have been detained in Charlotte, North Carolina, as part of the Trump administration's latest immigration crackdown, officials said. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
ICE raids draw protests in Charlotte
In the latest round of the Trump administration's sweeping immigration raids, federal agents arrested 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday alone. In videos posted online, some who were detained said they do have legal status. Skyler Henry has more.
Declassified Amelia Earhart records include her last known communications
The documents include military reports about the search as well as memos, telegrams and newspaper clippings.
Feds launch Charlotte crackdown
The Trump administration announced Saturday that it is launching another immigration enforcement operation, this time in Charlotte, North Carolina, a blue city with one of the fastest-growing immigrant populations in the country. Hundreds protested on Saturday, calling the operation an attack on their community.
Hundreds of National Guard members to leave Portland, Chicago, source says
Last month, about 200 federalized California National Guard soldiers were sent to Portland, and another 200 federalized Texas National Guard soldiers were sent to Chicago.
Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC?
President Trump has threatened legal action against the British broadcaster BBC. Haley Ott has the details.
Trump says he's "sort of" made up his mind on Venezuela as top officials mull options
The president told reporters Friday evening he's "sort of" made up his mind about his next steps in Venezuela, which his administration blames for narco trafficking.
Trump speaks on military action in Venezuela
President Trump says he has "sort of made up my mind" on whether to take military action in Venezuela. The comments come as America's largest aircraft carrier, the Ford, and other U.S. forces move within striking distance of the country. Charlie D'Agata has new details.
Iran threatens protesters, U.S. troops in region, as unrest continues
As activists say Iran's anti-government unrest has seen at least 538 people killed, the nation's rulers threaten protesters and U.S. forces across the Mideast.
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
President Trump appeared to lay out his red line of action on Friday when he warned that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
Homeland Security again restricts when lawmakers can visit ICE facilities
The Department of Homeland Security policy is dated Jan. 8 and was submitted Saturday in federal court comes amid three Democratic lawmakers being denied entry to an ICE facility in Minneapolis.
Omar says federal probe into Minnesota fraud is "creating confusion and chaos"
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar denounced a surge of federal agents to Minneapolis targeting Somalis and other immigrants after a fraud scheme in the state.
Greenland conquest "would be disastrous," Sen. Tim Kaine says
"I think Congress will stop [President Trump', both Democrats and Republicans," Sen. Tim Kaine about any plans to take Greenland by military force.
Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
Minnesotans speak out about fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good
Former Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton talks about reaction to the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent, and why she says it is a time for action to make sure it doesn't happen again.
"Real possibility" U.S. businesses take stake in Venezuelan oil, energy secretary says
"That's going to be up to American businesses. That's certainly a very real possibility," Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Fire damages historic Mississippi synagogue, suspect arrested
Authorities have not disclosed the suspect's motive, but Jackson Fire Chief Charles Felton told CBS News the FBI is looking into the possibility of a hate crime.