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American farmers have struggled for years with high costs and low prices. A trade war with China worsened conditions and, while a deal between the countries offers some hope, it may not be enough.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he was “hopeful that we can finally bring the shutdown to an end” ahead of a vote to advance a key funding bill. At least eight Democrats said they would back the deal.
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Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 U.S. states of infant botulism linked to baby formula that is being recalled.
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Federal research funding to universities has fueled breakthroughs for years. The White House is pressuring universities to align with the president’s political agenda, or risk losing their funding.
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On Day 40 of the shutdown, eight Democrats joined Republicans in advancing a government funding measure, after 14 previous votes fell short.
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Sens. Bernie Sanders and Chuck Schumer spoke out against a funding deal that has the support of at least eight Democrats, which could end the government shutdown. Both senators emphasized the health care fight and rising costs for Americans.
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Cecilia Vega shares what viewers said about President Trump’s 60 Minutes interview. The country may be politically divided, but the criticism from viewers was bipartisan.
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Britain’s public broadcaster has been criticized for editing a speech President Trump made on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington.
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The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
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On this “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” broadcast, Virginia Gov.-elect Virginia Spanberger and New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill join Margaret Brennan.
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