Trump criticizes both Putin and Zelenskyy as he pushes for Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump continued his criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy but turned the tables and also criticized Russia's Vladimir Putin as he pressed for a Ukraine war ceasefire.
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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.
McConnell blasts Trump's handling of Ukraine
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell took a shot at the Trump administration for how it has handled the war in Ukraine. He said the president and his advisers are pursuing an "illusionary peace" and that we're headed toward "a headline that reads, 'Russia wins, America loses.'" Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Maura Gillespie join "America Decides" to discuss.
Putin floats idea of temporary government for Ukraine, without Zelenskyy
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed putting Ukraine under temporary governance under the U.N. umbrella as part of efforts to reach a peaceful settlement of the three-year-old war.
France, U.K. lead charge to keep Europe united behind Ukraine
European leaders meet again to discuss Ukraine's security, and their own, with Trump pulling back and Russia "playing games."
Black Sea deal announced for Ukraine, Russia
The White House announced Tuesday that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop fighting in the Black Sea to enable shipping. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Russia, Ukraine agree to stop fighting in Black Sea to enable shipping
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to "ensure safe navigation" and "eliminate the use of force" in the Black Sea, in a deal announced by the Trump administration.
Flight data show Steve Witkoff was in Russia during group chat on Signal
As Trump Cabinet members sent texts on Signal, one of them, Steve Witkoff, was in Russia, but the White House says he didn't have his phone.
Russia says talks with U.S. "very useful," but nothing to share yet
U.S. officials have been holding separate talks with Russian and Ukrainian officials.
Ukraine-Russia ceasefire is "far off," expert says
Negotiators from the U.S. and Russia held a marathon round of talks to end Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine. The Saudi Arabia meeting lasted about 12 hours, with no word on any concrete agreement. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins to discuss.
"Putin's Endgame" explores what's next
As the U.S. meets with Russia to seek a ceasefire in Ukraine, a new documentary, "Putin's Endgame," investigates growing concerns in neighboring countries like Finland, Estonia, and Sweden. The film, produced with the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center, raises urgent questions about Putin's long-term ambitions and whether the threat extends beyond Ukraine.
Zelenskyy calls for pressure on Putin as U.S. pushes for limited truce
U.S. officials are meeting separately with Ukrainian and Russian officials in hopes of hammering out a partial ceasefire in the 3-year war in Ukraine.
GOP Rep. Jeff Hurd on DOGE cuts, Ukraine
A bill aimed to protect federal workers let go by the Department of Government Efficiency has some Republican backers. GOP Rep. Jeff Hurd of Colorado, who is on board with the legislation, joins "America Decides" to discuss his support.
What's next for Ukraine-Russia war
President Trump expressed optimism about his separate calls this week with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Nina Khrushcheva, professor in the Julien J. Studley Graduate Programs of International Affairs at the New School, joined CBS News to discuss the calls and what happens next between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump teases possible Xi Jinping visit
President Trump says his Chinese counterpart will visit Washington, D.C., in the "not so distant future." Jennifer Welch, chief geoeconomics analyst at Bloomberg, and Ravi Agrawal, editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, join "America Decides" to discuss what that visit could mean amid brewing trade tensions.
Takeaways from Trump-Zelenskyy call
President Trump held what he called a "very good" call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday. The two men focused on the partial agreement made with Russian President Vladimir Putin just a day before. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata report on what happens next in the ceasefire talks.
White House outlines Trump call with Zelenskyy
During Wednesday's press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt read out the White House's take on President Trump's phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Trump call with Zelenskyy: What we know
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy both say the call they held Wednesday morning was good. It came a day after Mr. Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about Russia's war in Ukraine. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on the war and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest from the White House.
Early analysis of Trump's call with Zelenskyy
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call Wednesday that Mr. Trump described on social media as "very good." Nina Khrushcheva, professor of international affairs at the New School, joined CBS News with her initial thoughts on their conversation and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Trump speaking with Zelenskyy
President Trump is speaking with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Wednesday morning after holding a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about the war in Ukraine. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more on Trump and Putin's call and Brian Taylor, director of the Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs at Syracuse University, joins CBS News with analysis.
Ukraine's reaction to Trump and Putin's call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he plans to speak with President Trump Wednesday in the wake of Mr. Trump's Tuesday call with Russian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that and the president's continued attacks against a federal judge who issued a court order to stop the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to carry out deportations.
Russia hits Ukrainian hospital after Trump call
President Trump said Tuesday that he and Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed to immediately halt attacks "on all energy and infrastructure in Ukraine," but just hours after the call a series of Russian strikes damaged a hospital in Ukraine. Russia has also accused Ukraine of its own attacks on Russian infrastructure. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports on the war and former Ambassador William Taylor joins CBS News to provide analysis.
Russia strikes Ukraine hospital hours after Trump speaks with Putin
Hours after Trump said Putin had agreed to halt attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, air raid sirens rang out and a drone hit a hospital in eastern Ukraine.
What to know about Trump's call with Putin
Following an over two-hour phone call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, all Russian forces were ordered to immediately cease attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Nancy Cordes has more.
Putin didn't agree to full ceasefire in Trump call
During a call with President Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to an immediate pause on attacks on energy infrastructure targets in Ukraine, but not to a broader 30-day ceasefire. As Holly Williams reports, the Kremlin said Russia would only agree to that if all foreign military aid to Ukraine is stopped.
Key moments, reaction to Trump's announcement of new tariffs
President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."
4 Republicans join Senate Democrats to rebuke Trump tariffs on Canada
The Senate voted Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking tariffs on Canadian products.
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Wife of man mistakenly sent to Salvadoran prison says he's not a criminal
The wife of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison, says he's not a criminal and she's "scared for his life."
See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's chart
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 60 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.
World leaders react with disappointment to Trump's sweeping tariffs
The response so far from foreign leaders to President Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs has ranged anywhere from muted to critical.
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Family of British couple in Taliban captivity appeal to Trump
Britons Peter and Barbie Reynolds, both in their 70s, were detained by the Taliban on Feb. 1.
Businesses fear new Trump tariffs will hurt them — and their customers
One restaurant owner worried about tariffs pushing up food prices said such costs are "coming right off my bottom line."
Evangelical group strives to change its own narrative around immigration
Women of Welcome, a nonprofit migrant aid group made up of evangelical women from across the U.S. who are attempting to help asylum seekers, something they say is a Biblical calling.
FDA planning for fewer food and drug inspections due to layoffs, officials say
Around 170 staff were cut from the FDA's Office of Inspections and Investigations this week as part of wider cuts at U.S. health agencies.
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World leaders react with disappointment to Trump's sweeping tariffs
The response so far from foreign leaders to President Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs has ranged anywhere from muted to critical.
Tornadoes, floods threaten Midwest as storms wallop region and the South
The National Weather Service issued a tornado emergency, the most severe type of warning that exists, in Lake City, Arkansas.
What to know about federal executions as DOJ seeks death penalty for Mangione
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Businesses fear new Trump tariffs will hurt them — and their customers
One restaurant owner worried about tariffs pushing up food prices said such costs are "coming right off my bottom line."
See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's chart
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 90 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.
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Businesses fear new Trump tariffs will hurt them — and their customers
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See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's chart
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Which products will be affected by new tariffs announced by Trump?
President Trump rolled out new tariffs on April 2 aimed at easing trade imbalances. Here's which products could become more expensive as a result.
Trump reveals these 2 new tariffs on "Liberation Day," April 2
On April 2, President Trump unveiled a universal import duty of 10% on all products, as well as reciprocal tariffs on imports from 90 nations.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
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World leaders react with disappointment to Trump's sweeping tariffs
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Evangelical group strives to change its own narrative around immigration
Women of Welcome, a nonprofit migrant aid group made up of evangelical women from across the U.S. who are attempting to help asylum seekers, something they say is a Biblical calling.
Trump reveals these 2 new tariffs on "Liberation Day," April 2
On April 2, President Trump unveiled a universal import duty of 10% on all products, as well as reciprocal tariffs on imports from 90 nations.
Poll: Most Americans say flying is safe, particularly those who do it often
A majority of Americans rate the overall safety record of commercial airline travel positively, CBS News polling finds.
FDA planning for fewer food and drug inspections due to layoffs, officials say
Around 170 staff were cut from the FDA's Office of Inspections and Investigations this week as part of wider cuts at U.S. health agencies.
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Here's how cuts at NIH could impact cancer patients
The Trump administration's cuts to the National Institutes of Health has some worried about stalls in research and medicine.
FDA planning for fewer food and drug inspections due to layoffs, officials say
Around 170 staff were cut from the FDA's Office of Inspections and Investigations this week as part of wider cuts at U.S. health agencies.
Tony's Chocolonely recalls chocolate bars after reports of stones
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
FDA lays off bird flu leadership, among steep cuts to senior veterinarians
More than 130 staff were cut from the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine, officials said.
Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
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World leaders react with disappointment to Trump's sweeping tariffs
The response so far from foreign leaders to President Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs has ranged anywhere from muted to critical.
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Family of British couple in Taliban captivity appeal to Trump
Britons Peter and Barbie Reynolds, both in their 70s, were detained by the Taliban on Feb. 1.
Archaeologists discover mass grave from Roman Empire-era battle
Experts at the Vienna Museum provided a public presentation of the mass grave this week, which had the bodies of more than 100 people.
Fugitive leader of notorious Ecuador drug gang is indicted in U.S.
José Adolfo Macías Villamar — known as "Fito" — has led Los Choneros and its "network of assassins and drug and weapon traffickers" since at least 2020, federal prosecutors said.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff to meet Russian negotiator at White House
Kirill Dmitriev is the first Russian official to visit the White House since the first Trump administration.
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Tony Bennett's daughters file new lawsuit against brother over estate
Tony Bennett's children are in a legal battle over the singer's estate.
Nintendo Switch 2 and new "Mario Kart World" game to be released in June
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Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
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Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
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Archaeologists discover mass grave from Roman Empire-era battle
Experts at the Vienna Museum provided a public presentation of the mass grave this week, which had the bodies of more than 100 people.
Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
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Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
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SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
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Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams touted a judge's decision to dismiss his federal corruption case with prejudice. Adams faced several counts of bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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German police say online child sex abuse platform busted in huge operation
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"City-killer" asteroid has slim chance of striking moon, experts say
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NASA's SPHEREx space telescope releases its first images
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Williams and Wilmore reflect on space odyssey
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NASA astronauts discuss extended space trip
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President Trump on Wednesday announced major tariffs, including a 10% baseline tariff for all U.S. trading partners. CBS News reports on what Mr. Trump referred to as "Liberation Day."
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A Social Security contract in Maine was abruptly canceled -- not to root out waste, fraud or abuse, but to punish a governor who defied President Trump. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the ramifications.
Trump's crackdown on foreign student visas
Students identified as pro-Palestinian activists have had their visas revoked or their legal status challenged the by the Trump administration, who cites a provision in America's immigration law. Genevieve Lakier, professor of law and First Amendment scholar at the University of Chicago, joins to discuss.
Evangelical group aids migrants at border
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Wife of Maryland deportee pleads for his return
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland father deported to El Salvador despite having federal protection, is suing the U.S. secretary of homeland security. Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke to his wife about the ordeal.