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White House reveals framework of immigration proposal

The White House revealed the framework of its immigration proposal Thursday, which includes protections for “Dreamers.” But President Trump wants something in return. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports. Source

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Trump immigration plan includes citizenship path for 1.8 million “Dreamers”

The White House’s immigration proposal includes a pathway to citizenship for 1.8 million “Dreamers” in exchange for $25 billion for border security and enforcement. The framework also includes changes to the visa lottery program and immigration by family members. The administration will bring the plan to Congress next week. CBSN’s Reena Ninan reports. Source

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Trump takes “America First” agenda on the road to Davos

President Trump is in Davos, Switzerland, to urge businesses to invest in the United States. He also held meetings with world leaders along the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. Niall Stanage, White House columnist for The Hill, joins CBSN to explain the challenges the president faces abroad. Source

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North Carolina man gives cancer patients a much-needed lift

Our continuing series, A More Perfect Union, aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. In this installment, we share the story of a man inspired by his own mother’s health struggle. Zach Bolster is giving cancer patients a better shot at fighting the disease simply by giving them a ride. Mark Strassmann reports. Source

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Why herbal supplements taken with prescription drugs may be risky

A new study highlights potentially dangerous interactions between herbal supplements and prescription medications. Researchers looked at dozens of reports of serious drug interactions among patients with disorders like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer and depression. They found herbal supplements may affect medications’ effectiveness or have side-effects. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the risks. Source

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Trump’s lasting impact on nation’s courts

President Trump is already making a huge impact on the nation’s courts, one year into his term. With help from Republicans in the Senate, the president won confirmation for 23 federal judges, including a Supreme Court justice, 12 circuit court judges and 10 district court judges. Jan Crawford reports. Source

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Is IQOS, a smoke-free cigarette alternative, safe?

Regulators from the FDA will consider a potentially safer alternative to cigarettes. Philip Morris International, the maker of Marlboro and other top brands, wants the FDA to approve IQOS, a pen-like product that warms tobacco and creates an aerosol that’s less toxic than cigarette smoke. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. Tony Dokoupil reports. Source

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