Terror distraction; Ban legal battle - CBS News Brief, Feb. 7, 2017
Diversion tactic?
After President Trump accused the media of not covering terrorism, the White House released a list of almost 80 attacks, claiming most weren’t properly reported. None of the attacks on the list would have been prevented by Mr. Trump’s travel ban. Major Garrett says the White House knew the events were covered, and that the accusation would lead news organizations to prove it, distracting attention from the legal battle over the travel ban.
Legal battle
Since President Trump signed his “extreme vetting” executive order banning travel to the U.S. by individuals from seven countries, the measure has faced a number of legal challenges. The order has not been in effect since Feb. 3, when a federal judge imposed a temporary restraining order, and it may well remain halted for weeks -- at least. We’re closely tracking the legal developments regarding the order.
Conflicts of interest
Nearly three weeks into his term, President Trump now claims he has distanced himself from his businesses. CBS News searched through documents to see what steps he has taken, and we hear from some ethics experts who say they don’t go far enough.
“Earned honor”
The Speaker of Britain’s House of Commons says President Trump should not be allowed to address both houses of the Parliament during his expected state visit this year. Custom calls for official visitors to address Parliament -- but this time, that prospect is being met with fierce opposition.
Adoption fight
A South Carolina couple is fighting to keep their adopted 3-year-old daughter. The girl’s biological father, who was behind bars at the time of the adoption, wants her back. While the Dalsing family formally adopted Braelynn in 2015, a three-judge panel reversed that decision.
Unusual benefits
As the U.S. labor market continues to improve, some companies are competing ever harder to attract top employees. That’s spurring these employers to create lavish or unusual benefits to recruit and retain workers. We run down 20 of the best perks on offer, from free legal help to free burgers.
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