Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that he’s stepping down as leader of Canada’s governing party after nearly a decade in power. Elizabeth Palmer has more on what led to Trudeau’s downfall. Source
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First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana’s health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems. Source
Deadly winter storm sweeps across the country
At least five people have been killed in crashes in Kansas and Missouri as a major winter storm created hazardous conditions on the roads. Indiana, Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey are among nearly a dozen states that have been buried in snow and ice since Sunday. Rob Marciano, Manuel Bojorquez and Kris Van Cleave are tracking the storm and its effects. Source
Congress certifies Trump’s win 4 years after Jan. 6 attack
Congress convened Monday to count the votes of the Electoral College and formally cement President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. It comes four years after the Capitol attack. Scott MacFarlane has more. Source
Biden visits New Orleans as authorities give new details about planning of New Year’s attack
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden were in New Orleans on Monday to meet with the families of those killed in the New Year’s Day attack on Bourbon Street. The visit comes as authorities release new details about the planning of the attack and the city begins upgrading bollards to protect pedestrians. Omar Villafranca has details. Source
What led to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation?
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday announced his intention to resign from the post following pressure from his party. Global News national reporter Mackenzie Gray joins “America Decides” with more. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, Jan. 6, 2025
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Breaking down the Nippon and U.S. Steel lawsuit against Biden administration
U.S. Steel is suing the Biden administration over the president’s decision to block the company’s $15 billion acquisition by Japan’s Nippon Steel. International investment expert Sarah Bauerle Danzman joins “America Decides” to break down the suit. Source
Trump’s incoming White House chief of staff says she won’t tolerate drama
Leaks, office feuds and chaos were some of the things CBS News reported coming out of the West Wing during President-elect Donald Trump’s first term. Susie Wiles, the incoming White House chief of staff, says things will be different this time. Kadia Goba, political reporter for Semafor, and Molly Ball, senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, join “America Decides” to discuss. Source
Should Democrats work with Trump? Nancy Pelosi weighs in
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has a long history of opposing President-elect Donald Trump. Pelosi spoke with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and “Face the Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan about whether Democrats should work with Trump during his second term. Source