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What are tariffs? Here's what to know about the import duties.
President Trump is an avowed supporter of tariffs, but many experts say such trade measures can boost inflation.CBS News - 1h -
What to Know About Trump’s Military Deportation Flights
The president authorized the military to assist in deportations. The planes triggered a crisis between the United States and Colombia, and prompted questions. Here’s what to know.The New York Times - 11h -
What to know about the legal challenges to Trump’s executive actions
President Trump’s torrent of executive actions has spurred a flood of legal challenges seeking to thwart the president’s efforts to reshape U.S. policy in his first days back in the White House. ...The Hill - 11h -
What to know about Trump's comments about DEI after plane crash
Initiatives aimed at expanding the workforce existed under President Trump's first term, including a program that aimed to recruit and train qualified individuals with disabilities, including ...CBS News - 20h -
Here’s what we know so far about the DCA airplane collision
Early evidence suggests that the crash was avoidable. Human error is the likely culprit.The Hill - 23h -
What to know about Trump administration offering federal workers "deferred resignation"
An email sent Tuesday gives the country's approximately 2 million civilian federal workers until Feb. 6 to decide whether to participate in the "deferred resignation program," which is meant to end ...CBS News - 2d -
What to know about Trump’s US Iron Dome missile defense plan
President Trump on Monday night signed an executive order to create a next-generation missile defense shield, which the White House referred to as the “Iron Dome for America” after Israel's missile ...The Hill - 2d -
What to know about Trump's military executive orders
President Trump's executive orders could impact military personnel and DEI initiatives in federal agencies. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata breaks down how the Pentagon is working to enact the actions.CBS News - 3d -
Will Tesla’s projected sales growth survive ‘Trump 2.0’? Here’s what to know.
Tesla is slated to report quarterly earnings after the bell on Wednesday, with all eyes on whether its rosy 2025 sales growth predictions will remain the same.MarketWatch - 3d -
What to know about Trump suspending some legal immigration programs
President Trump is suspending some legal immigration programs that allowed people from certain countries to seek legal status in the U.S. through parole, according to a government memo. CBS News' ...CBS News - 4d -
What to know about Trump's first executive actions on climate and environment
President Trump’s first week in office included a flurry of executive orders with implications for Earth’s climate and environmentABC News - 4d -
What World War II-era Britain can teach us about the next four years under Trump
The question is no longer whether Trumpism will survive beyond Trump; the question is how Trumpism will continue to evolve and whether American democracy is prepared for its next phase.The Hill - 4d -
What to know about Trump's cryptocurrency meme coin
Days before his return to the White House, President Trump and first lady Melania Trump each launched cryptocurrency coins. The combined valuation of the coins reached $9.5 billion on Inauguration ...CBS News - Jan. 23 -
Here's what to know about Trump's Stargate AI deal with OpenAI
The $500 billion Stargate project is projected to create hundreds of thousands of jobs. Here's what's known so far.CBS News - Jan. 22 -
What to know about Trump's latest news conference
On President Trump's first full day in office, he announced a major investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Here's what to know about Trump's Day 1 orders on energy
Click for more from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Here's what to know about Trump's Day 1 orders on energy Trump issued a broad slate of executive ...The Hill - Jan. 21 -
What we know about Trump's immigration changes
President Trump's immigration policy changes may face legal challenges from states that will not cooperate with his orders. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down the reaction to Mr. Trump's ...CBS News - Jan. 21 -
What to Know About Trump’s Broad Grant of Clemency to Jan. 6 Rioters
He issued formal pardons to more than 1,550 rioters charged with a wide range of crimes and commuted the sentences of 14 members of far-right groups.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
This expert highlights what could be the macro trade of the coming years. It’s not about Trump.
The former chief currency strategist at Goldman Sachs, Robin Brooks, says this currency pairing is going to do something unexpected.MarketWatch - Jan. 21 -
Here's what to know about the more than 200 executive orders President Trump signed
On his first day back in office, President Trump signed more than 200 executive orders ranging from freezing hiring at the IRS to pulling the U.S. out of the Paris climate agreement.CBS News - Jan. 21 -
What to know about Trump's Day 1 executive actions
After hours of pomp-and-circumstance, President Trump is using his executive authority to enact major changes — especially on immigration and energy. Ed O'Keefe is breaking it all down.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
What to know about Donald and Melania Trump's new meme coins
Donald and Melania Trump launched new cryptocurrencies over the weekend. Some experts are advising investors to be cautious.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Trump didn't put his hand on the Bible. Here's what to know about the tradition.
Images from the inauguration show President Trump did not put his hand on a Bible as he was sworn in by Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. It is not required in the Constitution.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
What we know about Trump's executive orders
President Trump is expected to sign dozens of executive orders on Day 1 of his second term in office. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe breaks down what's known about the executive actions.CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Trump cheat sheet: what to know about the president’s family
The 47th US president was inaugurated on Monday surrounded by family – some of whom had official roles in his first administration. Donald Trump inauguration – live updates Trump was ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
What to know about potential Jan. 6 pardons as Trump retakes office
More than 1,000 of the Jan. 6 Capitol rioters have pleaded guilty while hundreds more have been convicted at trial. President-elect Donald Trump has not clarified if he'll pardon all of his ...CBS News - Jan. 20 -
Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons: Here’s what to know about potential clemencies
President-elect Trump is expected to make good on his promises to pardon at least some Jan. 6 rioters on Monday once he assumes the presidency and kicks off his second term in the White House. ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
TikTok refugees are pouring to Xiaohongshu. Here's what you need to know about the RedNote app
A rare wave of U.S.-China camaraderie broke out online in recent days as “refugees” from the popular short video platform TikTok poured onto a Chinese social media platform to protest a now-delayed ...ABC News - Jan. 17 -
What to know about Trump's second inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump's announced that his inauguration on Monday will be indoors due to cold weather. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro has more details on the decision.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
Here's what we know about the Americans set to be released in first phase of the hostage deal
Sagui Dekel-Chen, an American-Israeli who refurbished old buses into mobile tech classrooms, has not met his third daughter, who was bornafter he was taken hostage.NBC News - Jan. 16 -
What to Know About the E.V. Tax Credit That Trump Might Repeal
Rules for a $7,500 tax break for electric vehicle purchases and leases recently changed, but more far-reaching changes are expected when President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
What to know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal as Trump and Biden respond
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal after weeks of intense negotiations. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports and Dan O'Shea, a retired Navy SEAL who served as coordinator of the hostage ...CBS News - Jan. 15 -
China’s $1 Trillion Trade Surplus: What to Know as Trump Takes Office
Only a third of China’s trade surplus was with the United States, and only a third of the U.S. deficit was with China. That makes for tricky math for the president-elect.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
What to know about this week's Trump Cabinet confirmation hearings
Several of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet choices, including defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth, will have their Senate confirmation hearings this week. CBS News chief White House ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
What to know about Trump's criminal sentence
President-elect Donald Trump received a sentence of unconditional discharge in the New York "hush money" case. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Aaron Navarro report.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Why Does Trump Want the Panama Canal? Here’s What to Know.
Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
What to know about Trump's calls to make Canada the '51st state'
President-elect Trump has doubled down on his suggestion of a merged United States and Canada in the wake of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s decision to resign. Some have shrugged off ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
The Golden Globes are back. Here's what to know about Hollywood's 'party of the year.'
Learn more about the 2025 Golden Globes, including what channel to tune into, who’s up for awards, what to expect, how to watch and more.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Here's what to know about Medicare's new spending cap
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.CBS News - Jan. 2
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Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's funding freeze
A memo from the Office of Management and Budget ordering a freeze on federal assistance sparked confusion across the country earlier this week.CBS News - 7m -
Trump to enact tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China starting Feb. 1
President Trump will enact 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada starting Saturday, as well as a 10% tariff on China.CBS News - 8m -
Robert Lighthizer | Sunday on 60 Minutes
You may not know Robert Lighthizer, but his influence with President Trump could change America’s economy. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.CBS News - 10m -
This week on "Sunday Morning" (February 2)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.CBS News - 17m -
Pentagon agency pauses MLK, Holocaust Remembrance, other celebrations
The Defense Intelligence Agency has issued a memo to pause activities marking MLK Jr. Day and Black History Month, among other "special observances."CBS News - 1h
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Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's funding freeze
A memo from the Office of Management and Budget ordering a freeze on federal assistance sparked confusion across the country earlier this week.CBS News - 7m -
Trump administration funding freeze blocked by federal judge
A federal judge in Rhode Island has formally blocked the Trump administration's spending freeze, saying in it is likely a violation of the Constitution.ABC News - 8m -
Trump to enact tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China starting Feb. 1
President Trump will enact 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada starting Saturday, as well as a 10% tariff on China.CBS News - 8m -
After Fleeing Violence in Guatemala, Their Child Was Killed in a U.S. School
A week after a 16-year-old was shot at her high school in Nashville, her parents made the wrenching decision to send her body back to Guatemala.The New York Times - 10m -
Robert Lighthizer | Sunday on 60 Minutes
You may not know Robert Lighthizer, but his influence with President Trump could change America’s economy. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.CBS News - 10m