QUITO – Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa was officially sworn in on Saturday following his reelection for another four-year term early this year. Noboa, 37, who wore a presidential sash over his chest, was sworn in alongside his Vice President María José Pinto, and their terms will run until May 2029. The young president, who has become […]
4 partners leave Paul Weiss after firm cut deal with Trump, including Democratic lawyer Karen Dunn
Four partners at Paul Weiss — including the high-profile Democratic attorney Karen Dunn — are departing the law firm, a spokesperson told CBS News, after Paul Weiss drew attention for striking a deal with President Trump to avoid targeting by the federal government. In addition to Dunn, Bill Isaacson, Jessica Phillips and Jeannie Rhee are […]
Trump announces
Trump says U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel will enter “partnership” Trump says U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel will enter “partnership” 00:24 President Trump said Friday that U.S. Steel will keep its headquarters in Pittsburgh as part of what he called a “planned partnership” between the iconic American steelmaker and Japan-based Nippon Steel, which has sought […]
Trump signs executive orders to
President Trump on Friday signed several executive orders to help clear the way for more nuclear power development and, in the words of one of his top officials, “usher in the American nuclear renaissance.” “It’s a hot industry, it’s a brilliant industry,” Mr. Trump said of nuclear power before signing the executive orders. The White […]
Trump threatens to hit Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones made outside U.S.
China eyes global help to end U.S. trade war China eyes international help to resolve U.S. trade war 05:44 President Trump is threatening to impose a 25% tariff on Apple if they do not shift some of their iPhone production to the U.S. “I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect […]
What to know about $1,000
The Trump administration wants to kickstart wealth creation for American children by creating $1,000 “Trump accounts” for babies born during President Trump’s second term in office. Originally called “money account for growth and advancement,” or “MAGA” savings accounts, the renamed accounts would be managed by banks or investment firms, and operate like traditional investment accounts. […]
As Trump hosts crypto gala, experts continue to raise conflict of interest concerns
When President Trump’s new tariffs started throttling freight traffic, the leader of trucking logistics firm Freight Technologies used an unorthodox method to try and get the president’s attention. The California-based firm purchased $2 million worth of Trump Coin, the signature cryptocurrency backed by Mr. Trump. The president and his family launched Trump Coin days before […]
What to know about President Trump’s crypto dinner
What to know about President Trump’s crypto dinner – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump will have dinner Thursday with the biggest backers of his private cryptocurrency. The top 25 holders are invited to a private VIP reception with Mr. Trump. It has raised concerns over conflicts of interest. CBS News’ Nancy Cordes has […]
Justice Department ending probes of Minneapolis and Louisville police departments
Washington — The Justice Department said Wednesday that it is starting the process of dismissing lawsuits against police departments in Louisville, Kentucky, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, bringing an end to investigations launched during former President Joe Biden’s administration. It will also put an end to proposed accountability agreements with the departments. The Trump administration said the […]
Trump announces $25 billion and architectural design for
Washington — President Trump on Tuesday announced his administration has selected the architectural design for a “Golden Dome” missile defense system to protect the United States from foreign threats. The president also said the budget package Republicans are currently ironing out on Capitol Hill will include an initial $25 billion to begin construction on the […]