Trump administration takes steps to formally shutter USAID
The agency notified Congress of its plan to discontinue any USAID functions that do not align with Trump administration priorities.
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Study: HIV deaths could rise after aid cuts
Cuts to foreign aid by the Trump administration and other donor nations could lead to millions of new HIV infections and deaths, according to a new study by The Lancet. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
DOGE removes details on canceled USAID contracts from "wall of receipts"
Due to "ongoing litigation," the Department of Government Efficiency removed details from its website on the more than 3,000 USAID contracts it claims to have canceled.
Rebels refuse to withdraw from Eastern Congo
A Rwandan-backed rebel group is refusing to leave the Eastern Congo town of Walikale after previously agreeing to withdraw from the area as part of a so-called "peace gesture." A spokesperson for the group, known as M23, says the rebels backed out of the ceasefire because the Congolese army and allied militias did not remove their attack drones from the town. Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to assess the state of the conflict.
UNAIDS chief says U.S. aid cuts could leave AIDS pandemic to resurge
UNAIDS boss Winnie Byanyima says if U.S. foreign aid isn't restored, AIDS will "come back, and we'll see people die the way we saw them in the '90s."
American manufacturer of food for malnourished babies lays off staff amid USAID upheaval
A company's contract with USAID was spared from massive cuts to the agency. It still hasn't been paid.
Chuck Hagel makes case against USAID cuts
Some former government officials argue President Trump's cuts to USAID could hurt America on the world stage and help China and Russia. Former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel joins "America Decides" with his perspective.
Trump appointee Pete Marocco hands control of USAID to DOGE official
Acting USAID Deputy Administrator Pete Marocco handed off control of the foreign aid agency to a DOGE official.
Judge: USAID cuts likely unconstitutional
A federal judge says Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency may not have had the authority to make sweeping cuts at USAID, saying they "likely violated the United States Constitution in multiple ways." CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has the latest.
Impact of Johns Hopkins cuts on public health
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.
Deadline comes for Trump foreign aid payments
The Trump administration faced a judge's deadline of 6 p.m. EDT on Monday to repay millions in foreign aid funds. It's unclear at this point if it followed through with the order. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general, joins CBS News with analysis.
Rubio: 83% of USAID programs terminated
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday announced the cancellation of 83% of USAID programs. Rubio said the remaining programs will be run under the State Department and thanked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency for its assistance in cutting costs. Sam Vinograd, CBS News national security contributor, and Raj Kumar, president and editor-in-chief of Devex, join to assess the impact on U.S. assistance worldwide.
Secretary of state says 83% of USAID programs are being canceled
USAID has been the target of DOGE, the Elon Musk-helmed agency created in an executive order signed by President Trump on his first day in office.
Malnutrition product sees funding affected
Plumpynut is a life-saving food product that can bring a malnourished child back to health in just weeks. But the Trump administration's cuts to USAID essentially canceled funding to two American suppliers. The White House said Friday that the deals have been reinstated but those suppliers are still wondering when - or if - the food will reach those who need it most.
Report: Trump official's secret talks abroad
A new ProPublica report alleges Peter Marocco, the man at the State Department in charge of dismantling USAID, secretly met with Bosnian Serb separatist leaders in the Balkans during the first Trump administration. One of the Christian nationalists in attendance was under U.S. sanctions. Brett Murphy, one of the journalists behind the investigation, joins "America Decides" to unpack the findings.
International Rescue Committee CEO on aid cuts
Human rights organizations are warning the Trump administration's massive cuts in international aid relief could imperil millions living in global crisis zones. David Miliband, president and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, joins to discuss.
Cuts to foreign food aid affecting U.S. farmers
President Trump's policies in the early days of his second term are creating uncertainty across the country. Cuts he's making in foreign food aid could have a major impact in America's heartland, where much of the food is grown. Nikole Killion and Skyler Henry report.
Ex-USAID worker calls mass firings "demeaning"
President Trump is giving the heads of federal agencies until next week to submit plans for eliminating more government jobs. The thousands being cut in the mass firing are much more than numbers on a payroll list -- and every one of them has a story. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
USAID worker put on leave discusses DOGE cuts
One of the first federal agencies affected by the Trump administration's efforts to downsize the federal workforce was the U.S. Agency for International Development, which oversees aid programs worldwide. Dan McDonald, who has spent most of his career at USAID's Middle East bureau, was put on leave in February and expects to be fired on April 24. McDonald joins CBS News to discuss his experience.
USAID official put on leave for memos saying funding cut will "result in preventable death"
"This will no doubt result in preventable death, destabilization, and threats to national security on a massive scale," Nick Enrich wrote in the memo.
USAID freeze slams American manufacturer of item that saves babies' lives
In the weeks since the White House began targeting USAID for closure, services to a variety of life-saving causes have faltered.
Trump cuts nearly $60 billion in foreign aid
For 60 years, the United States has believed that foreign aid in the form of international grants to provide food, medical care and other humanitarian aid would stabilize the chaotic world. In a major shift, the Trump administration dismissed nearly $60 billion in foreign aid grants and contracts. Nancy Cordes has details.
USAID workers given minutes to clear out
Hundreds of U.S. Agency for International Development employees, or USAID, began clearing out their offices in Washington, D.C., on Thursday. USIAD workers spoke with CBS News and Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Rep. Subramanyam on efforts to reign in DOGE
Emotional USAID employees were given just 15 minutes Thursday to retrieve their belongings after losing their jobs. These kinds of layoffs are taking place across the U.S. and other parts of the world due to cuts imposed by the Department of Government Efficiency. Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia joins "America Decides" to discuss his legislation calling for more transparency about DOGE.
Trump walks back Zelenskyy "dictator" remarks
President Trump on Thursday appeared to walk back comments he made about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy being a "dictator." During an Oval Office meeting with U.K. Prime Minister Starmer, Mr. Trump said, "Did I say that? I can't believe I said that." Dasha Burns, White House bureau chief at Politico, and Fin Gómez, CBS News executive director of White House and politics coverage, join "America Decides" with analysis.
CBS News poll finds Americans want Trump's focus more on prices, not tariffs
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the U.S. after Trump letter
Indirect negotiations have been unsuccessful for years since Mr. Trump initially withdrew the U.S. from Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers in 2018.
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
UAW president Shawn Fain says "tariffs are a tool in the toolbox"
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, praised President Trump's move to impose tariffs on vehicles, while noting that "tariffs aren't the total solution."
Russia targets Ukrainian military hospital as Trump lashes out at Putin
President Trump offered his most critical comments at Russian President Vladimir Putin for comments he made about the leader of Ukraine.
Sen. Warner: Trump's approach to Greenland is part of "a crazy foreign policy"
Sen. Mark Warner criticized President Trump's approach to Greenland on Sunday as part of what he called a "crazy foreign policy."
Comedian Amber Ruffin pulled from White House Correspondents' Dinner
In an email to members, White House Correspondents Association President Eugene Daniels said that the WHCA board had "unanimously decided we are no longer featuring a comedic performance this year."
Prince Harry accused in bullying campaign against chair of his charity
Prince Harry and his co-founder, Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, abruptly resigned this week as patrons of Sentebale, the charity they established in honor of the late Princess Diana.
New Mexico GOP says headquarters targeted in "deliberate act of arson"
The Republican Party of New Mexico said its headquarters was targeted Sunday in what it called a "deliberate act of arson
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New Mexico GOP says headquarters was targeted in "deliberate act of arson"
The Republican Party of New Mexico said its headquarters was targeted Sunday in what it called a "deliberate act of arson
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 30, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, UAW president Shawn Fain and Sen. Mark Warner join Margaret Brennan.
Sen. Warner says Trump's approach to Greenland is part of "a crazy foreign policy"
Sen. Mark Warner criticized President Trump's approach to Greenland on Sunday as part of what he called a "crazy foreign policy."
UAW president Shawn Fain says "tariffs are a tool in the toolbox"
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, praised President Trump's move to impose tariffs on vehicles, while noting that "tariffs aren't the total solution."
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
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The buzz over annoying corporate buzzwords
Faith Salie shares a "disruptive action item" for business buzzword users to "on-board" (that is, if you don't want to be "smartsized" out of a job).
A bad bet? The dangers of sports gambling addiction
Nearly $150 billion in online wagers were placed last year alone. With one in five problem gamblers attempting suicide, experts say the ease of access and number of betting opportunities on one's phone represent a growing public health crisis.
CBS News poll finds Americans want Trump's focus more on prices, not tariffs
Most Americans say the matter of Trump administration officials discussing U.S. military plans on the Signal app is serious.
Protesters rally at Tesla showrooms in U.S., Europe to protest Elon Musk
Protesters are trying to escalate a movement targeting Tesla dealerships and vehicles in opposition to Elon Musk's role in DOGE.
Trump's changes to the Social Security Administration have many seniors alarmed
The average wait time for Social Security calls has doubled in the last six months to 104 minutes.
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New Mexico GOP says headquarters was targeted in "deliberate act of arson"
The Republican Party of New Mexico said its headquarters was targeted Sunday in what it called a "deliberate act of arson
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 30, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, UAW president Shawn Fain and Sen. Mark Warner join Margaret Brennan.
Russia targets Ukrainian military hospital as Trump lashes out at Putin
President Trump offered his most critical comments at Russian President Vladimir Putin for comments he made about the leader of Ukraine.
Sen. Warner says Trump's approach to Greenland is part of "a crazy foreign policy"
Sen. Mark Warner criticized President Trump's approach to Greenland on Sunday as part of what he called a "crazy foreign policy."
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 30, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 30, 2025.
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How the arts can create healthier communities
According to thousands of studies, researchers have determined that involvement in the arts can improve public health and promote healing from illness, as well as protect against such problems as cognitive decline, heart disease, anxiety and depression. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Broadway director Lear deBessonet, the force behind Arts For EveryBody, a national public health movement whose mission is to connect more people to the arts and create healthier communities.
FDA's top vaccine official forced out, decries RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies"
A Department of Health and Human Services official delivered an ultimatum to Dr. Peter Marks: either resign or be fired.
RFK Jr. to gut vaccine promotion and HIV prevention office, sources say
Much of the federal government's efforts to buoy lagging childhood vaccination rates have been run through the Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy.
Utah becomes first state to ban adding fluoride to public water systems
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed a bill banning fluoride from public water supplies. The ban will take effect in May.
Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials. Ohio has reported 10 cases.
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Russia targets Ukrainian military hospital as Trump lashes out at Putin
President Trump offered his most critical comments at Russian President Vladimir Putin for comments he made about the leader of Ukraine.
Prince Harry accused in bullying campaign against chair of his charity
Prince Harry and his co-founder, Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, abruptly resigned this week as patrons of Sentebale, the charity they established in honor of the late Princess Diana.
Earthquake strikes near Pacific island of Tonga, days after Myanmar quake
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Sunday near Tonga, a nation of more than 170 islands in the South Pacific Ocean.
Rocket carrying European orbital vehicle crashes after seconds after takeoff
The unmanned Spectrum rocket, an orbital rocket developed by German start-up Isar Aerospace, crashed and exploded 40 seconds after takeoff.
Damage from Myanmar earthquake assessed as death toll rises to 1,662
Officials are continuing to survey the destruction left in two major Myanmar cities and the Thai capital Bangkok, after a powerful earthquake hit the region Friday.
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Elton John on Brandi Carlile: She gave me "a fresh start"
To young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world. Today, the two music superstars are friends and collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes in Angels?"
Extended interview: Sir Elton John and Brandi Carlile
In this online exclusive, music superstars Sir Elton John and Brandi Carlile talk with correspondent Tracy Smith about the songwriting process and the challenge of collaborating on their first joint album, "Who Believes In Angels?" They also discuss their friendship, their families, and John's belief that "art has to be painful sometimes."
Elton John, Brandi Carlile on their dream collaboration
Years ago, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world to young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality. Today, the two music superstars are not only friends, but also collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes In Angels?" They talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about pushing each other artistically, and the 78-year-old John's emotional response to the album's closing track, "When This Old World Is Done With Me."
Richard Chamberlain, star of "Shogun" and "The Thorn Birds," dies at 90
The actor died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
What is the future of the Kennedy Center?
President Trump named himself the storied Washington arts center's chairman and replaced board members with Trump allies. Since then, the center has been rocked with cancellations, resignations, and questions about its mission.
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
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.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
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Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
Carbon capture chemically removes CO2 from the air, to store or recycle into products. But is this technology – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change?
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
As a tool to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture chemically removes carbon dioxide from the air, to store or recycle into products. The company behind a new plant to be opened this summer claims the facility will remove 500,000 tons of CO2 a year. But is this form of carbon capture – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change? Correspondent David Pogue looks at the technology behind this initiative, and the controversy it has raised.
Bones of mammoths butchered for their tusks unearthed by archaeologists
Remains of five mammoths were found archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences said Thursday in a news statement.
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
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Survivors speak up to help convict man of murder, sexual assault
David Pearce was convicted of first-degree murder for the deaths of Christy Giles and Hilda Marcela Cabrales after a night of partying in Los Angeles. He was also found guilty of raping seven other women who came forward to testify at his trial.
Utah law to protect child influencers
Utah is establishing legal protections for children who are social media influencers. This comes as cases of abuse emerge among parents with kids in the industry. Tiffany Li, a technology attorney, joins CBS News with more details.
Case of stepson allegedly held captive
A judge held a hearing in the case against a Connecticut woman accused of keeping her stepson captive for 20 years. This comes as the man's biological mother speaks out about the alleged abuse.
Second South Carolina inmate on death row chooses firing squad
Mikal Mahdi, who pleaded guilty to murder for killing a police officer in 2004, is scheduled to be executed April 11.
Lawyers say execution of morbidly obese inmate could be botched
Lawyers for convicted murderer Michael Tanzi say that his weight and health conditions could cause a lethal injection cocktail to fail.
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Rocket carrying European orbital vehicle crashes after seconds after takeoff
The unmanned Spectrum rocket, an orbital rocket developed by German start-up Isar Aerospace, crashed and exploded 40 seconds after takeoff.
Mae Jemison on making history in space and inspiring change on Earth
Dr. Mae Jemison, the first woman of color in space, shares wisdom and encouragement with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King ahead of King's upcoming Blue Origin launch.
When, where to see the March partial solar eclipse
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the March 29, 2025, partial solar eclipse can check out a map from NASA.
William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
Democrats warn of cuts to space office
Democratic members of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee are warning that Department of Government Efficiency cuts to the Office of Space Commerce at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could harm American interests. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
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.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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CBS News poll: Americans want focus on prices, not tariffs
A CBS News poll released Sunday finds that Americans' approval of President Trump's handling of the economy has ticked down, and most say he's focusing too much on tariffs and not lowering prices. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the poll.
Ex-Trump intelligence official on Signal chat
Sue Gordon, who served as principal deputy of National Intelligence in the first Trump administration, and Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie, a CBS News contributor, speak to "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" about the Signal group chat that mistakenly included a journalist.
Warner: Trump's approach to Greenland is part of "a crazy foreign policy"
Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia, the top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the Trump administration is enacting "a crazy foreign policy" as it eyes acquiring Greenland, turning "Canada into an enemy" and "suddenly wanting to buddy up with Putin in Russia or with Xi in China."
Arrington on potential Medicaid cuts
Republican Rep. Jodey Arrington of Texas, the chairman of the House Budget Committee, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the budget measure with $880 billion in funding reductions, which could lead to potential cuts to Medicaid, is necessary because "if we don't make these cuts, these changes, this program and the federal budget in general is not sustainable."
Open: This is "Face the Nation," March 30, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Major Garrett speaks to UAW president Shawn Fain as the Trump administration deals with upcoming tariffs with the markets sliding up and down and consumer confidence sliding. Plus, Sen. Mark Warner joins to discuss the Trump administration's mistake of its own making — sharing attack plans over an app.