Trump's firings and cuts at NIH
In President Trump's first 100 days back in office, DOGE has made significant cuts at the National Institutes of Health. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua reports.
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Mar 25: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
Journalist says top Trump officials included him in group text about war plans; Top intel leaders testify amid Signal group text fallout.
Mar 25: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
Lawmakers grill national security officials on security breach in messaging app group chat that discussed plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen; Report card released on U.S. infrastructure.
Mar 25: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
Tensions flare at Senate hearing in fallout from explosive article in The Atlantic; President Trump's portrait to be taken down at Colorado Capitol after criticism.
Did Musk's DOGE create more costs?
President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, conceived with help from Elon Musk, says it saved $160 billion, but the Partnership for Public Service predicts efforts by the group will actually cost taxpayers $135 billion. CBS News' Kati Weis has more.
DOGE's $160 billion in savings have cost $135 billion, analysis finds
The push by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to slash federal funding will cost taxpayers money, nonpartisan group finds. Here's why.
Recapping biggest political moments this week
From Pope Francis' death to Senate surprises and drama within the Democratic National Committee, political strategists Maura Gillespie and Chuck Rocha join "America Decides" to unpack the week's biggest stories.
Mar 21: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
President Trump defends deportations to El Salvador; Brush fire battle ongoing in Florida.
Mar 21: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
DOJ faces deadline to hand over details about deportation flights to federal judge; McNeese State upsets Clemson and Drake University defeats Missouri.
Mar 21: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET
DOJ in court over deportation flight; National Medal of Honor recipients gather in Texas.
3/21: CBS Morning News
President Trump denies New York Times report Elon Musk will be briefed on China war plan; How to keep your data safe at the airport.
Trump administration softens tone on tariffs
The Dow Jones rebounded for a second day on Wednesday after the White House signaled a potential U-turn on tariffs placed on China. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Caitlin Huey-Burns join "America Decides" with the latest.
Why Elon Musk is stepping back from DOGE
Elon Musk announced his plans to step back from the Department of Government Efficiency that has been aiding the Trump administration's efforts to cut federal spending. This comes as Tesla's profits and sales drop. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Byron Donalds hosts contentious town hall
Another town hall for a Republican member of Congress turned contentious Monday night, this time for Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida. Audience members repeatedly interrupted the congressman, and authorities removed two people. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small was in attendance.
Tesla's earnings fall far short as investors ask Elon Musk to ditch DOGE
Tesla's sales and stock price have taken a hit this year amid blowback over CEO Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Tesla's Q1 sales, profits below expectations
Tesla released its earnings report for 2025's first quarter Tuesday with sales and profits falling short of analyst expectations as CEO Elon Musk continues to focus on the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Federal judge temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data
A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans.
Trump administration cutting nearly 90% of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
President Trump is downsizing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Mar 11: CBS News 24/7, 1pm ET
China and Canada impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods; Transgender Army major sees support from peers.
State Department wants staff to report alleged anti-Christian bias during Biden's term
President Trump's Secretary of State Marco Rubio is asking staff to report allegations of anti-Christian bias during the Biden era, including actions taken for opposition to vaccines or personal pronoun choice.
President Trump sits cageside at Miami UFC event
President Donald Trump was in Miami for his latest appearance at a sports event as he watched UFC fighters and was joined by several Cabinet members and top administration officials.
Former agency head on preserving Social Security
A former Social Security Administration commissioner says those in the Trump administration trying to drive change don't understand the system and could put benefits at risk.
Judge eases ban on DOGE access to sensitive Treasury information
A New York judge has relaxed a ban she'd put on Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency preventing it from accessing sensitive U.S. Treasury Department information.
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