President Trump paused his plans to implement steep tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for at least a month after talks with the leaders of both countries, who vowed to step up efforts to combat the flow of drugs and migrants across their borders with the U.S. Weijia Jiang explains. Source
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Border town businesses brace for impact of Mexico tariffs
As many as 20,000 trucks bring goods across the U.S.-Mexico border every day. Jason Allen reports from Laredo, Texas, where some businesses are stocking up on imports as they brace for President Trump’s tariff hikes to take effect. Then, Kelly O’Grady joins for analysis. Source
Thousands of EPA employees warned of immediate termination
Thousands of people who work for the Environmental Protection Agency have been alerted they are at risk of losing their jobs. Tracy Wholf, CBS News senior coordinating producer of climate, joins “America Decides” to discuss what the future looks like for the agency, its workers and its mission. Source
MLB umpire fired for sharing sports betting account with a friend
Although the league found no evidence Pat Hoberg bet on baseball, his friend did so 141 times between 2021 and 2023. Source
Ukraine’s human rights commissioner on the importance of U.S. aid
Ukrainian officials are reeling from the Trump administration’s pause on all U.S. foreign aid programs. Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets joins “America Decides” to discuss how the decision could impact the war-torn country. Source
What does it mean for USAID now that Rubio is in charge?
Over the weekend, Elon Musk threatened to eliminate the main U.S. agency handling foreign aid. On Monday, it was announced that USAID would merge with the State Department under Marco Rubio’s leadership, although the move appears to require congressional approval. CBS News’ Caitlin Huey-Burns, Jennifer Jacobs and Ed O’Keefe have the latest. Source
Education Dept. to probe antisemitism at 5 universities
The Education Department announced investigations at five universities where antisemitic harassment incidents have been reported. Source
Senate confirms fossil fuel CEO Chris Wright as energy secretary
The key post will promote President Trump’s efforts to achieve U.S. “energy dominance” in the global market. Source
Trump and Netanyahu to hold joint press conference at White House
Tuesday’s appearance with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be President Trump’s first joint news conference with a foreign leader in his new term. Source
Judge maintains block on Trump administration’s funding freeze
A group of nonprofits challenged the Trump administration’s freeze on federal assistance. Source