Judge blocks Trump order barring transgender people from military
U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ruled in favor of transgender active-duty service members and transgender people in the process of enlisting.
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Forts Bragg and Benning revert to old names, sparking controversy
The military bases honoring Confederate generals recently had their old names restored, but with a twist. Not everyone is happy.
Military bases revert to old names, with a twist
Fort Bragg and Fort Benning were among bases named after Confederate generals that were changed under the Biden administration. Now, they're reverting back to their old names, but not honoring the original namesakes. As Jim Axelrod reports, not everyone is happy.
Scores of Afghans who helped U.S. are barred entry
Thousands of Afghans who helped the U.S. military have been blocked from reaching American soil, including families separated from their loved ones who made it to the U.S. Margaret Brennan has the story.
U.S. soldiers accused of selling secrets to China
Two U.S. Army soldiers were arrested in Washington state for allegedly trying to sell sensitive government information to buyers in China. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Fort Moore namesakes' son against name change
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that Fort Moore in Georgia will once again be called Fort Benning. The U.S. military base was originally named in 1918 after Confederate General Henry L. Benning, but this time, it will honor Fred G. Benning, who served during World War I in France. The Moore's son, retired Col. David Moore, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his disappointment with the change.
What to know about emergency EU summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined European Union leaders for an emergency summit focused on how to bolster Ukraine's security. He said he hopes to have "a meaningful meeting" with the U.S. next week. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Trump addresses health and the military
In President Trump's address on Tuesday night, he asked Congress to ban and criminalize "sex changes on children." He also pivoted to the military, shouting out Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and U.S. armed service members. He asked lawmakers to fund a "Golden Dome missile defense shield" for the U.S.
Pentagon firings expand to top military lawyers
A bipartisan group of former U.S. defense secretaries are now asking Congress to investigate the Trump administration's firing of top brass at the Pentagon, according to a letter obtained by the Associated Press. Charlie D'Agata reports on another Pentagon purge that could be even more alarming.
Trump eases some military rules
President Trump is giving U.S. commanders more leeway to authorize military airstrikes and special operational raids. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth implemented the changes earlier this month while meeting with senior U.S. military leaders in Germany. CBS News verification producer James LaPorta breaks it down.
Trump eases rules on military raids and airstrikes
The increase in the range of people who can be targeted by the U.S. military dismantles Biden-era mandates that included more safeguards.
Transgender service members to be removed from military, Pentagon memo says
Transgender troops will be removed from U.S. military service unless they obtain a waiver, according to the Pentagon's memo.
Pentagon plans to remove trans troops
The Pentagon issued a memo on Wednesday ordering the removal of transgender troops from the U.S. military. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Hegseth fires several top military attorneys
Major changes are happening at the Pentagon after a string of firings over the weekend. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired some of the military's top lawyers, cutting the judge advocates general for the Army, Navy and Air Force. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata unpacks the move.
Trump shakes up top military leadership
Late Friday night, President Trump fired General Charles "C.Q." Brown, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the firing last year due to Brown's support of the Pentagon's diversity efforts. Three other high-ranking military officials were also dismissed.
High cost of using military planes for deportation
President Trump says he is looking to eliminate wasteful spending in the federal government., but that may be at odds with what he's doing to keep another campaign promise. Jason Allen has been investigating what it's costing American taxpayers to deport immigrants who are in the country illegally.
Trump eyes daily flights to Guantanamo Bay
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is visiting Guantanamo Bay on Friday to survey the Trump administration's efforts to transform the Naval station into a massive migrant detention center. U.S. officials are making plans to send daily flights there with migrant detainees. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports on its feasibility.
Panama's president rejects U.S. claim of a deal for free canal passage
Panama's president says the State Department's claim of an agreement granting U.S. warships free canal passage was "based on a falsity. And that's intolerable."
U.S. service member, 3 defense contractors killed in plane crash
Officials are investigating after a small plane crash in the Philippines left four dead.
Trump targets trans military service members
President Trump signed an executive order on Monday requiring the military to re-examine its policy allowing transgender people to serve openly. Sheri Swokowski, a retired Army colonel who is the highest-ranking, openly transgender veteran in the U.S., joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the policy change and what trans people bring to the military.
U.S. military prohibited from using DeepSeek
U.S. Military service members have been warned not to use the Chinese artificial intelligence program DeepSeek over its potential security risks and ethical concerns. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has the details.
Trump signs executive orders on military DEI, trans service members, COVID
President Trump signed executive orders that could reshape the management and composition of the U.S. military.
U.S. troops head to southern border
The U.S.-Mexico border has been very active since President Trump took office last week. While more troops head to the border, the U.S. is ramping up its deportation efforts. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more from outside Fort Bliss in Texas.
New Trump military executive orders expected
President Trump announced a new batch of executive orders Monday aimed largely at the Department of Defense. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details.
China targets U.S. service members on social media in "virtual espionage"
The FBI and NCIS say "virtual espionage" by China is ensnaring American troops in growing numbers.
Lawmakers see video of boat strike, say admiral testified there was no kill order
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
U.S. tightens immigration work permits in latest move to expand crackdown
The Trump administration said it would reduce the period of time that work permits are valid for refugees, asylees and other immigrants granted legal protections in the U.S.
Trump hires new architect for ballroom
The current architect, with whom President Trump has some disagreements, will remain on the White House ballroom team, sources said.
CDC panel postpones vote on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
Massive great white shark named Contender pings off Carolinas
Contender, a nearly 14-foot long white shark, has traveled nearly 5,000 miles since he was tagged by the research group OCEARCH.
Schumer says Democrats will offer 3-year extension of health care tax credits
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that Democrats will offer a clean three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits for a vote next week.