A yearlong congressional investigation found that automated cranes built by ZPMC for U.S. ports could potentially be monitored by the Chinese government. Source
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Rare deep-sea anglerfish spotted on ocean’s surface for first time
Marine researchers were out looking sharks off the Canary Islands when they found something quite unexpected — a humpback angler fish known as a “black sea monster.” It was the only known sighting of the deep-sea fish on the surface of the ocean. Source
Chinese cranes at U.S. ports raise national security concerns
Ship-to-shore cranes are essential to operations at U.S. ports, so a congressional investigation into their connection to a Chinese-owned company is sparking serious security concerns. Carter Evans has more. Source
How did Tulsi Gabbard go from controversial to a likely Cabinet confirmation?
President Trump’s nominee for director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, will soon face a final confirmation vote. She was seen as one of his more controversial picks but is now expected to face little, if any, Republican defections. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports. Source
Trump is “signing a death warrant” for hostages, Middle East expert warns
President Trump’s meeting with the king of Jordan comes at a fragile moment for the Middle East. Brian Katulis, senior fellow for U.S. foreign policy at the Middle East Institute, joins “The Daily Report” to discuss its impact. Source
What would be the impacts of Trump’s proposed cuts to medical research funding?
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to drastically cut medical research grants in 22 states that joined together to sue. CBS News digital reporter Alex Tin joins “America Decides” to explain what areas are being targeted and where the legal fight stands. Source
How a D.C. school is working to reverse pandemic learning loss
Five years after the COVID pandemic forced millions of kids out of their classrooms, many student have yet to catch up. The average learner is still nearly half a grade behind in reading and math, one reason for that is attendance. Long after schools reopened, many students aren’t showing up. But as Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, it’s not all bad news. Source
Is Steve Bannon’s plea deal lenient and what does it entail?
Former White House adviser and strategist Steve Bannon pleaded guilty on Tuesday to felony fraud in New York. He was charged in 2022 for his role in helping to defraud donors who were fundraising to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. CBS News political reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has more. Source
Could Trump’s tariffs cost Americans their jobs?
The White House says President Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum imports will take effect on March 12. On Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau signaled he could retaliate against the U.S. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O’Grady breaks it down. Source
What are the key lawsuits against the Trump administration?
Since President Trump’s inauguration three weeks ago, he has taken dozens of actions in an attempt to reshape the government and his executive power. Many have been met with legal challenges. CBS News Justice Department reporter Rob Legare has the latest. Source