After hundreds of Radio Free Asia staff placed on leave, some fear deportation
About 75% of Radio Free Asia staff were placed on leave Friday, the result of funding cuts ordered by Kari Lake, senior adviser to the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
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Voice of America's full-time staff, contractors placed on leave following Trump order
President Trump directed his administration to reduce the functions of several agencies to the minimum required by law.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Trump chooses Kari Lake as director for Voice of America
The move comes after Kari Lake lost her Arizona Senate bid to Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego in November.
Could Kari Lake become ambassador to Mexico?
Kari Lake, a two-time unsuccessful candidate for statewide office in Arizona, is a leading contender to be President-elect Donald Trump's pick for ambassador to Mexico, according to a new report from Semafor. Shelby Talcott, a politics reporter for Semafor who wrote the article, and Laura Davison, politics editor for Bloomberg, join "America Decides" to discuss.
Democrats are losing Latino men. Gallego has advice on winning them back.
Senator-elect Ruben Gallego has some advice for Democrats: "Go touch grass and meet real Latinos."
Gallego speaks to CBS News after beating Lake
Arizona went red for President-elect Donald Trump, but blue for Senator-elect Ruben Gallego. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with the newly-elected senator after his win over MAGA firebrand Kari Lake.
Arizona update as votes are still counted
As of Thursday, Arizona is one of two states where the final election results are still being counted. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on the latest status.
Arizona Senate election heats up
The latest CBS News polling in Arizona shows former President Donald Trump with a slim lead within the margin of error. However, in the closely watched Senate race, Trump ally Kari Lake is trailing.
CBS News poll: Trump leads Harris in Arizona
New CBS News polling shows former President Donald Trump with a slight edge over Vice President Kamala Harris in the battleground state of Arizona. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto unpacks the numbers.
CBS News Trump-Harris poll finds Trump with slight edge in Arizona
In the race for the U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, Democrat Ruben Gallego leads Republican Kari Lake by 9 points.
Gallego, Lake trade barbs in Arizona race
Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego of Arizona and Republican Kari Lake are battling for a significant Senate seat in the Grand Canyon State with early voting underway. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell and Kris Van Cleave have the latest.
Kari Lake wins GOP primary for closely watched Arizona Senate race
Kari Lake has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Arizona, setting up a fierce battle against Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego for a seat that could be crucial to deciding Senate control.
2024 presidential race heats up in Arizona
In Arizona, temperatures are high and so are the stakes for the 2024 presidential election. Morgan Loew, investigative reporter with CBS Phoenix affiliate KPHO, joins to discuss what issues the race could come down to in the Grand Canyon State.
Kristi Noem defends decision to kill dog
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is facing backlash after revealing in a book that she shot and killed her 14-month-old dog. Semafor politics reporter Shelby Talcott and CBS News political director Fin Gómez join with analysis.
Unpacking Arizona abortion ban ruling fallout
The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled an abortion ban from 1864 can be enforced. Robert Costa, CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent, and Daniella Diaz, Politico congressional correspondent, join "America Decides" to examine how the decision could impact the 2024 U.S. elections.
GOP Senate candidates seek to navigate IVF stance after Alabama ruling
The Republican Senate campaign arm advised GOP candidates to "align with the public's overwhelming support for IVF and fertility treatments."
Arizona GOP chair resigns over leaked Kari Lake recording
Arizona Republican Party Chairman Jeff DeWit has resigned after he could be heard in a leaked recording asking Senate candidate Kari Lake to name a price that would keep her out of politics.
Democrats eye Arizona Senate race
Democrats have their eyes on several states that could be crucial in maintaining the Senate majority -- including Arizona, where Democrat-turned-independent Kyrsten Sinema has not yet announced if she will seek another term. Associated Press national political reporter Michelle Price joins "America Decides" to analyze the 2024 landscape.
Kari Lake announces Arizona Senate run
Lake, who lost last year's race for Arizona governor, still has not conceded that she lost that election.
Biden criticizes "MAGA extremists" in speech
President Biden spoke in Arizona on Thursday about the state of democracy in the U.S. He warned against the impact of "MAGA extremists," criticizing Donald Trump. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
How do abortion rights impact voter turnout?
Ohio voters on Tuesday rejected a proposal that would've made it more difficult to change the state's constitution. Abortion rights supporters are celebrating the outcome of the vote because of a November ballot question on enshrining reproductive rights in the Ohio constitution. CBS News political director Fin Gómez shares takeaways from the result.
Arizona GOP election official files defamation suit against Kari Lake
A top GOP election official in Arizona has filed a defamation lawsuit against Kari Lake.
Kari Lake's last election loss claim dismissed by Arizona judge
Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Peter A. Thompson said Kari Lake failed to prove her claim that Maricopa County did not verify signatures on mail ballots as required by law.
Top Arizona court declines most of Kari Lake's appeal
The Arizona Supreme Court has declined much of Republican Kari Lake's appeal over her loss in the governor's race.
How Trump policies and Project 2025 match up after first 100 days
As President Trump marks his first 100 days in the White House, many of the plans he has rolled out since the start of his second term closely align with those detailed in Project 2025's sprawling policy book.
Canada's Liberal Party wins national election overshadowed by Trump
Canadian Prime Minster Mark Carney's Liberal Party will retain its hold on power in a reversal of fortunes seen largely as a reaction to Mr. Trump's actions and rhetoric.
Plunging U.S. imports from China could lead to shortages, experts warn
The drop-off in shipments could lead to empty store shelves this summer as retailers deem China-made goods too expensive to import.
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Noem says she's "very confident" suspects in purse theft are undocumented
Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem does not believe she was targeted when her purse was stolen at a Washington restaurant, she told CBS News in an interview.
Trump to mark first 100 days in office with speech in the Detroit area
President Trump is delivering a speech marking the first 100 days of his second term in Warren, Michigan.
Where Trump's campaign promises stand at 100 days
Most of the progress President Trump has made on his promises were achieved through executive orders.
Trump promised an economic revival. In his first 100 days, he's falling short.
Early in his second term, President Trump is struggling to deliver on his campaign trail promises to invigorate the U.S. economy.
4 children killed as car slams into after-school program in Illinois
The crash happened at YNOT Outdoors, an after-school program in the town of Chatham in central Illinois.
Immunotherapy breakthrough could change how certain cancers are treated
A new study shows promising results for treating certain cancers with immunotherapy and completely avoiding surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
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Trump to ease tariffs on automakers by rolling back some import duties
The Trump administration says automakers won't get hit twice by its tariffs, which have applied to both auto parts as well as steel and aluminum.
Plunging U.S. imports from China could lead to shortages, experts warn
The drop-off in shipments could lead to empty store shelves this summer as retailers deem China-made goods too expensive to import.
Trump to mark first 100 days in office with speech in the Detroit area
President Trump is delivering a speech marking the first 100 days of his second term in Warren, Michigan.
Trump promised an economic revival. In his first 100 days, he's falling short.
Early in his second term, President Trump is struggling to deliver on his campaign trail promises to invigorate the U.S. economy.
How Trump policies and Project 2025 match up after first 100 days
As President Trump marks his first 100 days in the White House, many of the plans he has rolled out since the start of his second term closely align with those detailed in Project 2025's sprawling policy book.
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Trump to ease tariffs on automakers by rolling back some import duties
The Trump administration says automakers won't get hit twice by its tariffs, which have applied to both auto parts as well as steel and aluminum.
Plunging U.S. imports from China could lead to shortages, experts warn
The drop-off in shipments could lead to empty store shelves this summer as retailers deem China-made goods too expensive to import.
Trump promised an economic revival. In his first 100 days, he's falling short.
Early in his second term, President Trump is struggling to deliver on his campaign trail promises to invigorate the U.S. economy.
When is going to college not worth the money?
Although attending college still offers a payoff, a recent study by New York Fed economists suggests it might not make financial sense for some people.
Nearly 90% of Americans expect tariffs to raise prices, poll finds
Most Americans think tariffs will drive up prices and cost the U.S. more money than they generate, according to a new Gallup poll.
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Noem says she's "very confident" suspects in purse theft are undocumented
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem does not believe she was targeted when her purse was stolen at a Washington restaurant, she told CBS News in an interview.
Trump sets executive order record in his first 100 days
President Trump has signed more executive orders than any other president in his first 100 days — covering everything from immigration to environmental regulations.
100 days of DOGE: Elon Musk's sweeping Trump administration role
Elon Musk has amassed vast power in President Trump's administration — reshaping federal agencies and spearheading deep cuts to the federal workforce.
Where Trump's campaign promises stand at 100 days
Most of the progress President Trump has made on his promises were achieved through executive orders.
Trump's first 100 days: 60% of Latino voters think U.S. is headed in wrong direction, new poll finds
A majority of Latino voters disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy.
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FDA to undo some layoffs, after cuts to inspections and drug safety
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
Immunotherapy breakthrough could change how certain cancers are treated
A new study shows promising results for treating certain cancers with immunotherapy and completely avoiding surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Martinelli's recalls 170,000 juice bottles over toxic fungi risk
Martinelli's juice bottles were recalled in 28 states because they could contain a toxic substance created by fungi.
In a broken mental health system, a jail cell is an institution of last resort
Like local jails nationwide, Montana's small holding facilities have become institutions of last resort as patients in mental health crisis wait for beds at a mental hospital.
He had 2 months to live. Research "like science fiction" saved his life.
Michael Wolff was at the "edge of a cliff" when he was diagnosed with a cancer that affects less than 300 patients a year in the U.S.
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Woman accused of murdering 3 with toxic mushrooms faces trial
Erin Patterson is charged with three murders, including both of her parents-in-law, after serving a toxic mushroom-laced Beef Wellington.
Secret note found inside violin built in concentration camp
A Jewish prisoner at the Nazi concentration camp at Dachau secretly penned a short note and hid it inside a violin he had crafted under harrowing circumstances.
Politician shot dead while dining at restaurant in Mexico
Jose Luis Pereira, a senior member of the Teocaltiche city government, was attacked at around 5:00 pm at a seafood restaurant in Jalisco, authorities said.
US Navy aircraft carrier loses $60M fighter jet in Red Sea
The F/A-18E Super Hornet was being towed Monday when it and the tug slipped and were lost in the Red Sea, the Navy said.
Canada's Liberal Party wins national election overshadowed by Trump
Canadian Prime Minster Mark Carney's Liberal Party will retain its hold on power, in a reversal of fortunes seen largely as a reaction to Mr. Trump's actions and rhetoric.
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Dangers behind kidfluencer fame
The documentary follows young internet star Piper Rockelle and her group "The Squad," revealing allegations of abuse behind the scenes. Director Jenna Rosher joins CBS Mornings Plus to discuss the series.
"Cowboy Carter" tour starts
As Beyoncé launches her 32-city stadium tour, tickets remain unsold and prices are dropping. MTV's Dometi Pongo joins us to explain why and what fans should know about the "Cowboy Carter" shows.
Luke Kirby on "Étoile"
Emmy-winning actor Luke Kirby stars in "Étoile," a new series that follows two iconic ballet companies fighting to survive by swapping their top dancers. Kirby joins CBS Mornings Plus to talk about the high-stakes new show.
Kim Kardashian jewelry heist trial begins in Paris
The so-called "Granddad Gang" is on trial for allegedly tying up Kim Kardashian in a Paris residence in 2016 and stealing millions of dollars' worth of jewelry.
Ed Helms tackles history's worst screwups
Ed Helms' new book "SNAFU" dives into some of history's wildest mistakes, including failed space missions and secret animal spies.
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House passes "Take it Down Act," sending revenge porn bill to Trump
First lady Melania Trump made a rare public appearance to advocate for the bill's passage earlier this year.
IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing, research
IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. which it says will fuel economic growth, create U.S. jobs.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
YouTube turns 20: From cat videos to AI
In the 20 years since its first video was uploaded, YouTube has become the second-most visited website on Earth. "Sunday Morning" looks at how creators build online communities, and how artificial intelligence may fundamentally change the site.
Geoffrey Hinton on future of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, whose work shaped modern artificial intelligence, says companies are moving too fast without enough focus on safety. Brook Silva-Braga introduced us to Hinton in 2023 and recently caught up with him.
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15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
The mummy was found in Aspero, a sacred site within the city of Caral that was a garbage dump for over 30 years until becoming an archaeological site in the 1990s.
A massive brood of cicadas will soon emerge. Here's what to know.
A notably large brood of periodical cicadas will emerge from the underground across parts of the eastern U.S. this spring.
"Bone collector" caterpillar disguises itself in the remains of its prey
There are other meat-eating caterpillars that "do lots of crazy things, but this takes the cake," the study's author said.
Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.
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Woman accused of murdering 3 with toxic mushrooms faces trial
Erin Patterson is charged with three murders, including both of her parents-in-law, after serving a toxic mushroom-laced Beef Wellington.
Politician shot dead while dining at restaurant in Mexico
Jose Luis Pereira, a senior member of the Teocaltiche city government, was attacked at around 5:00 pm at a seafood restaurant in Jalisco, authorities said.
State trial over Tyre Nichols' death underway
Opening statements began Monday in a state trial for three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes is following the case.
Pittsburgh funeral director accused of throwing out thousands of pets' bodies
A Pittsburgh funeral home director is facing charges after prosecutors said he threw out the bodies of thousands of pets.
11 dead after Vancouver car ramming
Canadians are flocking to memorials set up where at least 11 people were killed in a car ramming incident. 30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo was detained and charged as officials continue their investigation. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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"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.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
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A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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Noem opens up about stolen purse
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil that she's "very confident" the people arrested for stealing her purse are undocumented migrants. "From the information that has been shared with me so far in the investigation," Noem said, "these are career criminals."
Disability discrimination case at SCOTUS
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over whether a Minnesota school discriminated against a student with disabilities. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the case.
State trial over Tyre Nichols' death underway
Opening statements began Monday in a state trial for three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes is following the case.
Iranian port explosion kills at least 70
Iran says firefighters have extinguished a massive fire that broke out after a deadly explosion at a southern port on Saturday. The blast came as Iran took part in a third round of talks with the U.S. over the fate of its nuclear program. Yass Alizadeh, coordinator of the Persian program at New York University, joins CBS News to assess where things stand.
Kennedy Center cancels some LGBTQ events
Organizers say several Pride Month events at the Kennedy Center have been canceled or relocated as the institution pivots under President Trump's leadership. Ashraf Khalil, reporter for The Associated Press, joins CBS News with more.