2/23/2025: Full Episode
First, a report on the upheaval at the Justice Department. Then, a look at why the CFPB is under fire by President Trump, DOGE.And John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.
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Firings and resignations at the Department of Justice
President Trump says his administration is cleaning up a Justice Department corrupted by politics. Amid the firings and resignations, one leader described a workplace of "confusion" and "fear."
The impact of President Trump, DOGE's work to shutter the CFPB
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump and DOGE. Its new head ordered work to stop and funding to end.
John Oliver has no plans to stop poking fun at his adopted homeland
John Oliver has been unleashing his searing, satirical take on the U.S., his adopted homeland, for years. The comedian plans to continue for "as long as America has systemic problems."
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The shifting U.S. relationship with Ukraine
Monday marks three years since Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. has been Ukraine's decisive ally. Now, President Trump seems to be turning his back.
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A legal look at Trump's executive sprint
As President Trump tests the traditional limits of presidential power, Georgetown University legal scholar and constitutional expert Stephen Vladeck discusses what's legal, what's unprecedented, and what could come next.
How one of Timothée Chalamet's drama teachers changed his life
Harry Shifman, one of Timothée Chalamet's former teachers, fought for the "A Complete Unknown" star's acceptance into LaGuardia High School after he was initially rejected.
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2/23/2025: The Justice Department; CFPB; John Oliver
First, a report on the upheaval at the Justice Department. Then, a look at why the CFPB is under fire by President Trump, DOGE.And John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.
2/16/2025: 28 Days; Policing the Internet; Timothée Chalamet
First, a look at what Trump, Musk moves on USAID could mean for other government agencies. Then, how Germany is policing the internet for hate speech. And, Timothée Chalamet: The 60 Minutes Interview.
2/9/2025: Kevin Hart; Jeff Koons; Dua Lipa
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2/2/2025: What Will Mitch Do?; Robert Lighthizer; A Psychedelic Journey
First, Mitch McConnell: The 60 Minutes Interview. Then, Trump’s former trade chief on how tariffs affect the economy, why he says the U.S. needs them. And, U.S. veterans with PTSD take a psychedelic journey in Mexico.
1/12/2025: The Fires; The FBI Director; The Gaza Policy
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3 American women found dead at beach resort in Belize
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Maryland city offers $20,000 to relocate to former manufacturing hub
Cumberland, Maryland, is one of more than 70 places that have paid people to relocate over the past five years.
New plant species discovered at Big Bend National Park in Texas
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Judge denies AP's request for restored access to presidential events
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Fyre Festival 2 tickets go on sale after spectacular flameout in 2017
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Super Bowl champion Eagles to visit White House if invited, sources say
The Eagles would accept an invitation to the White House if they're invited following their Super Bowl win over the Chiefs, according to sources.
Judge denies AP's request for restored access to presidential events
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Federal agencies can ignore "What did you do last week?" email, officials say
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Yosemite National Park workers hang upside-down U.S flag to protest cuts
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Senior Justice Department staff tell employees to disregard email promoted by Musk
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Deadly listeria outbreak linked to frozen shakes
The Food and Drug Administration is investigating a possible link between frozen supplemental shakes and a deadly listeria outbreak. The now-recalled shakes are typically sold to hospitals and nursing homes, which is where nearly all of the cases have been reported. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains.
Listeria outbreak linked to recalled shakes now blamed for 12 deaths
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Do you know these heart disease risk factors? Many Americans don't, survey finds.
Many Americans are unaware of the risk factors for heart disease, according to a recent survey from the Cleveland Clinic. Here's what to know.
Do you need a measles booster shot? What to know as an outbreak spreads
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As federal funding dries up, states turn to opioid settlement money
Uncertainty over funding for federal safety net programs may lead some state officials to turn to opioid settlement dollars to make up the difference.
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Thousands pray for ailing Pope Francis in chilly, rainy St. Peter's Square
Thousands of people gathered in St. Peter's Square on a chilly, rainy evening to pray for an ailing Pope Francis.
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Missing Australian fisherman dragged overboard by shark, police say
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U.N. rejects U.S. resolution on Ukraine war that downplayed Russian role
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Lester Holt stepping down as "NBC Nightly News" anchor
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Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at age 88
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Patrick Renna on new children's book
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Apple to build AI server factory in U.S.
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Egypt announces discovery of the lost tomb of King Thutmose II
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