Hamas says it rejects Trump's Gaza plan
Hamas has responded to President Trump's plans for the U.S. to take control of Gaza, saying it categorically rejects the idea. CBS News national correspondent Ian Lee has the latest.
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Trump speaks at National Prayer Breakfast
President Trump delivered remarks Thursday at the National Prayer Breakfast where he said he's directing Attorney General Pam Bondi to create a task force to combat "anti-Christian bias." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on that and a federal judge's blockage of the president's executive order to end birthright citizenship.
Trump's efforts to shrink federal government
The Trump administration anticipates approximately 200,000 federal workers will participate in the deferred resignation program. CBS News has learned that more than 40,000 employees already have. Meanwhile, nearly all 10,000 USAID employees will be put on leave on Friday.
CIA offers buyouts to employees
Members of the CIA have been offered buyouts if they choose to resign as President Trump continues his efforts to trim the federal government. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that and Attorney General Pam Bondi's order for the Justice Department to review past investigations of Mr. Trump.
Security measures ramp up for Super Bowl
Law enforcement in New Orleans is ramping up security for Sunday's Super Bowl which President Trump says he will attend. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus has more.
Google rolling back DEI efforts
Google is cutting back some of its diversity, equity and inclusion programs in a move many American companies are making after President Trump signed an executive order intended in part to pressure government contractors to end their DEI programs. Axios managing editor Delano Massey joined CBS News to discuss the downturn in DEI efforts.
Reported U.S. troop withdrawal plan for Syria
The Defense Department is working on a plan to remove all U.S. troops from Syria with NBC reporting that the Pentagon is considering 30, 60 or 90-day plans. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Details on Trump's transgender athletes order
President Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from participating in girls and women's sports. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand has more on that and the CIA's buyout offers.
Trump doubles down on Gaza takeover plan
President Trump took to social media Thursday morning to again call for a United States takeover of the Gaza Strip, saying Palestinians in Gaza would be resettled in "far safer and more beautiful communities" in the region. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
Aid workers warn Trump's aid freeze could hit Sudan's starving children
Sudan's civil war is starving millions of civilians, who rely largely on foreign aid that has come from the U.S. more than anywhere else.
CIA offers buyouts to employees as Trump aims to transform federal government
CIA employees have received letters offering them buyouts if they volunteer to resign.
Democrats concerned DOGE is targeting NOAA, sources say
Democratic lawmakers said they are looking into DOGE visits to NOAA offices, and potential cuts to the agency.
As Trump ends USAID missions, officials fear Ebola outbreak in Uganda may spread
Americans are among those exposed to the virus in Uganda.
Newsom requests more wildfires aid in "very productive" meeting with Trump
During an Oval Office meeting with President Trump on Wednesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom spoke on the critical need for federal assistance as Southern California recovers from a series of devastating wildfires in January.
Fact-checking Trump's tariffs claims
President Trump's new 10% tariff on Chinese goods is now in effect. China has retaliated against the U.S. placing up to 15% tariffs on select American imports that go into effect on Monday. CBS News Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant breaks down Mr. Trump's claims about tariffs.
How Pam Bondi will impact the DOJ
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi will issue several directives to the Justice Department to "combat the weaponization of the legal system." Those include ending the moratorium on federal executions, halting federal funding for sanctuary cities and terminating DEI programs at the department. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Trump's comments on Gaza draw backlash
President Trump drew backlash when he suggested the United States should take control of the Gaza Strip and move Palestinians out during a news conference with the Israeli prime minister at the White House. Chris Livesay reports that Mr. Trump is floating the idea as many Palestinians return home under the ceasefire deal.
Local sheriffs on Trump's deportation demands
The Trump administration wants to utilize local law enforcement to help detain and process undocumented migrants as part of its immigration crackdown. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga spoke with sheriffs on both sides of the political aisle who are concerned about staff shortages, funds and the lack of space.
Aid freeze will worsen Sudan famine, workers say
Some of the humanitarian aid USAID provided went to the African nation of Sudan. For two years now, its people have been caught in the middle of a civil war between two warlords. Debora Patta got a rare look inside the country.
USAID contractor on impact of agency overhaul
The Trump administration's steps to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development has drawn sharp criticism and concern. Keith Ives, a USAID contractor who measures the estimated impact of the organization's programs, joins "America Decides" to discuss how the moves could negatively affect American jobs and small businesses.
Trump's Gaza comments spur skepticism
The White House is doubling down on President Trump's proposal to take over the Gaza Strip. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports, BBC News correspondent Wyre Davies has more and Mirette Mabrouk, senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, has analysis.
USAID worker: "Everyone is really scared"
USAID personnel have been locked out of their offices and email since Monday, leaving many confused as to whether they'll have healthcare or paychecks coming. One staffer spoke anonymously to Margaret Brennan, calling the shakeup by the Trump administration a "moral atrocity."
Ex-USAID chief blasts gutting of agency
Nearly all staff for the U.S. Agency for International Development, also known as USAID, will be placed on leave Friday amid President Trump and Elon Musk's plans to restructure the federal government. Andrew Natsios, former USAID administrator from 2001 to 2006, joins "America Decides" with his reaction.
Overfilled ICE centers release some detainees
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is releasing some migrant detainees because of a lack of space to hold them. ICE detention facilities are at 109% capacity, according to internal Department of Homeland Security data. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Trump's Gaza statement resembles Kushner's
President Trump on Tuesday proposed the U.S. could take over the Gaza Strip. Mr. Trump's son-in-law, who took a lead role on Middle East policy during the first Trump administration, made strikingly similar comments to Harvard's Middle East initiative a year ago. Tarek Masoud, professor of democracy and governance at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his talk with Kushner.
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
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