Judge allows federal worker "buyout" plan to proceed; applications are closed
A federal judge lifted a previous order pausing the program Wednesday. Soon afterward, the Office of Personnel Management announced the program was closed.
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Some CDC health data and webpages still offline after judge's order
Only a handful of webpages on federal health agency sites were ordered to be restored.
Bondi announces lawsuit against New York over immigration enforcement
The immigration lawsuit against New York is Bondi's first major announcement as attorney general.
Critics decry Trump's purge of federal watchdogs
President Trump is purging the government of investigators. Some prosecute criminals while others are watchdogs who make sure our food, veteran hospitals, highways and more are safe. The Trump administration says they can't be trusted, but critics of the president say he's gutting the very offices that weed out people who shouldn't be trusted. Scott MacFarlane has more.
USAID-funded clinical trials halted
After the Trump administration's stop-work order on research funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development, known as USAID, dozens of clinical trials around the world have halted. New York Times global health reporter Stephanie Nolen joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
Trump says Ukraine peace plans will start now
President Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, and said negotiations to end the war in Ukraine will begin immediately. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.
Full interview: Ex-government ethics director
On Monday, President Trump removed David Huitema from his position as director of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics. The agency oversees ethics rules for the executive branch, and directors are appointed for five-year terms. Huitema spoke with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about his firing.
Trump's plan to scrap the penny spikes interest for coin collectors
Collectors said the value of certain pennies could rise if the U.S. Treasury stopped manufacturing the coin.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmed, sworn in as director of national intelligence
One Republican — Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky — joined Democrats in voting against Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as director of national intelligence.
AP says White House banned its reporter over Gulf of America name
The White House on Tuesday demanded the AP alter its style guidance of the Gulf of Mexico, which President Trump renamed last month.
Ex-ICE official on Trump deportation goals
Frustration has grown inside the Trump administration over the speed of arrests and deportations of migrants. The White House says ICE has made 11,000 arrests in the last 18 days. During his inauguration, President Trump promised to deport "millions and millions." Patrick J. Lechleitner, who served as acting director of ICE under former President Joe Biden, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the administration's expectations.
Family of Marc Fogel reacts to his release from Russian prison: "It's extraordinary"
After three-and-a-half years of imprisonment in Russia, Butler, Pennsylvania, native Marc Fogel is returning home.
Elon Musk defends major federal cuts
During a joint press conference appearance with President Trump Tuesday in the Oval Office, Elon Musk said his DOGE group was fighting waste, and defended the deep cuts that he has been making. Musk insisted he has no conflict of interest, even though his own companies have won billions in government contracts. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more.
Judge orders HHS, CDC, FDA to restore deleted webpages with health information
The NGO Doctors for America argued that HHS, CDC and FDA violated federal law in removing medical information from public-facing websites.
Durbin accuses Patel of ordering FBI firings before his confirmation
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin said he has "highly credible information" that Patel is behind the firings at the FBI, though he is not yet the FBI director.
Trump administration sued by religious groups over immigration arrests policy
The lawsuit from more than two dozen Christian and Jewish groups contends that the new policy is spreading fear of raids, thus lowering attendance at worship services.
Trump imposes 25% tariffs on all aluminum and steel imports
President Trump also says he'll announce "reciprocal tariffs" on Tuesday or Wednesday.
DOJ tells prosecutors to drop case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
In September, Adams was indicted on five counts including bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. He pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Federal judge blocks Trump administration cuts to medical research funding
The National Institutes of Health says the cuts will save more than $4 billion a year, but critics say it puts potentially lifesaving research in jeopardy.
Trump to fire multiple Kennedy Center board members, name himself chair
President Trump did not say which board members at the Kennedy Center he plans to terminate.
Poll shows positive approval for Trump's first weeks
As President Trump carries out his agenda with dramatic changes to the government, a new CBS News/YouGov survey shows the American public largely approves. 70% of respondents say Mr. Trump is doing what he promised during the campaign. But there's one warning sign, as 66% said he is not doing enough to lower prices. Willie James Inman reports.
DOGE blocked from accessing Treasury records after lawsuit
New York Attorney General Letitia James said "this level of access for unauthorized individuals is unlawful, unprecedented, and unacceptable."
Judge blocks move to place 2,200 USAID employees on leave
A federal judge Friday prevented the Trump administration from placing 2,200 employees of USAID on administrative leave for now.
Trump orders U.S. to prioritize refugee resettlement of White Afrikaners
President Trump directed officials to prioritize the resettlement of Afrikaners in South Africa through the U.S. refugee program, which he suspended on his first day in office.
Former top NOAA scientist under Trump issues a "Sharpie-gate" warning
Craig McLean said many scientists "are worried about President Donald Trump's return to office — after he undermined science in his first term."
ICE crackdown prompts some Texas Latinos to turn away from Trump
Iran has "increased efforts to target U.S. personnel," intel chief warns
DOJ sues to block Alaska Senate certification if Sullivan loses
2 ex-FBI officials charged with lying about Hunter Biden's laptop
Intel Democrats on how they'll react if Trump alleges election meddling
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DOJ demands that some California counties set aside alleged noncitizen ballots
