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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

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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

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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

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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

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