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Voice of America director says Trump's dismantling of agency is "self-inflicted blow"

Voice of America director says Trump's dismantling of agency is "self-inflicted blow" 150 150 admin

Voice of America, the government-funded news agency launched during World War II to counter Nazi propaganda, stopped broadcasting over the weekend after its employees were put on leave or terminated by the Trump administration. Nancy Cordes spoke with director Michael Abramowitz, who warns that the agency’s dismantling could pave the way for America’s adversaries to have greater influence abroad.
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Fallout continues from Schumer's support for GOP bill

Fallout continues from Schumer's support for GOP bill 150 150 admin

Some House and Senate Democrats appear divided over Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s decision to help Republicans avoid a government shutdown. Nine other Democrats joined Sen. Schumer in advancing the stopgap measure Friday, which funds the government through September and President Trump signed. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
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How economists identify recessions and stagflation

How economists identify recessions and stagflation 150 150 admin

Preliminary data from the University of Michigan shows that consumer sentiment, or how people feel about the economy, declined for a second straight month. It all comes as January saw a decline in spending which has some economists warning that the U.S. could face a possible recession. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O’Grady has more on recession risk signs.
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Irish pub owner reacts to Trump's tariff threats on European alcohol

Irish pub owner reacts to Trump's tariff threats on European alcohol 150 150 admin

President Trump has threatened tariffs as high as 200% on European wines, spirits and beer. Janet Shamlian visited a pub in Chicago, where owner Aine O’Brien is concerned about how they could affect business.
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How major cuts at Johns Hopkins could impact public health

How major cuts at Johns Hopkins could impact public health 150 150 admin

Major health research institution Johns Hopkins University says it is eliminating more than 2,000 jobs after the Trump administration cut $800 million in funding from the United States Agency for International Development. The university says these cuts will force the institution to wind down its work in the U.S. and across the globe. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder, who did part of her medical training at Johns Hopkins, explains why some public health experts worry the reduction may limit the capability to conduct further health initiatives.
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Judge orders Trump White House to disclose deportation flight details

Judge orders Trump White House to disclose deportation flight details 150 150 admin

The Trump administration went to court Monday defending its decision to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 and deport hundreds of alleged gang members to El Salvador. On Saturday night, a judge ordered the administration to stop the deportations and turn around any planes that had not yet landed in the Central American country, which did not happen. CBS News’ Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Aaron Navarro have the latest.
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Author John Green explains why "Everything Is Tuberculosis"

Author John Green explains why "Everything Is Tuberculosis" 150 150 admin

You may think tuberculosis is an antique disease — something that happens somewhere else, in the past, or in a distant place. But tuberculosis is the most deadly infectious disease in the world. Author John Green joins to discuss his new non-fiction book “Everything Is Tuberculosis.”
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What to watch for in Trump-Putin talks over Ukraine ceasefire deal

What to watch for in Trump-Putin talks over Ukraine ceasefire deal 150 150 admin

President Trump is expected to speak with Russian leader Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about a possible ceasefire deal with Ukraine. As negotiators work to end the war, Mr. Trump said they are already discussing “dividing up certain assets.” Daniel Fried, former U.S. ambassador to Poland, joins “America Decides” with analysis.
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Deadly tornado outbreak leaves path of destruction

Deadly tornado outbreak leaves path of destruction 150 150 admin

Residents are picking up the pieces after a deadly string of severe storms that stretched from Kansas to Alabama. Five dozen confirmed tornadoes left a trail of torn-up homes and families’ lives ripped apart by the devastation. Nicole Valdes reports.
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Due process concerns for immigrants deported for alleged gang membership

Due process concerns for immigrants deported for alleged gang membership 150 150 admin

More than 130 Venezuelan migrants were expelled from the U.S. under the 227-year-old “Alien Enemies Act.” A federal judge tried to block it, but the White House says the planes carrying them had already taken off for El Salvador. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more. Then, Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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