On his first day in office, President Trump signed a slew of executive orders promoting fossil fuels and ending many of the Biden administration’s efforts to combat climate change. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins “America Decides” to explain what Trump’s actions could mean for the planet. Source
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Trump’s return to power looming over World Economic Forum
Leaders from around the globe are currently gathering in Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum’s annual multi-day meeting as newly-inaugurated President Trump is beginning his second term. Ravi Agrawal, editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, joins “America Decides” from Davos to discuss how Trump is looming large over world leaders’ talks. Source
Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road. Source
Snow and winter conditions force school and airport closures in the South
A winter storm brought snow and frigid temperatures to parts of the South that rarely see this type of weather. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports from Houston and CBS News Texas meteorologist McKenna King has the forecast. Source
Did TikTok legally have to shut down, or did its leadership choose to?
President Trump signed an executive order delaying a nationwide ban on TikTok for 75 days. The move comes after the app was unavailable in the U.S. for around 12 hours over the weekend. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and dosomething.org CEO DeNora Getachew break it down. Source
What happened when 4 teens swapped their smartphones for flip phones
Half of American teenagers get 4 hours or more of daily screen time and are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, a report found. Source
How much snow has fallen? Map shows record-breaking numbers
Snow totals in Louisiana have broken records. Parts of Florida, Texas and Georgia have also accumulated several inches of snow. Source
Dangerous winds threaten Southern California as crews battle fires
Two new wildfires burned in San Diego County on Tuesday as dangerous winds returned to the region. Crews were able to contain one of the fires. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more. Source
How much money would Trump’s immigration orders cost?
Some of President Trump’s executive orders on immigration pave the way for his plan to conduct what he is calling the largest deportation operation in American history. If these deportations happen, they could impact the future of the American economy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O’Grady breaks it down. Source
How long with the bitter cold last?
CBS meteorologist Lonnie Quinn has the latest forecast on how long freezing temperatures from the polar vortex will last. Source