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President Trump issued an ultimatum to Hamas, saying that if all Israeli hostages are not released from Gaza by noon Saturday, then “all hell is going to break loose.”  Asked by reporters for details on what that meant, Mr. Trump initially responded, “You’ll find out, and they’ll find out too. Hamas will find out what

Breaking down the judicial branch’s role in curbing executive power – CBS News Watch CBS News Presidents and the judicial branch have tangled before, but what is new, is the gusto with which President Trump and his team have asserted the scope of executive power. Jessica Levinson breaks it all down. View CBS News In

Trump’s proposed buyout plan for federal workers in limbo – CBS News Watch CBS News A federal judge is weighing extending the pause on President Trump’s “deferred resignations” for federal workers. Weijia Jiang is following the latest developments at the White House. View CBS News In Be the first to know Get browser notifications for

The high cost of using military planes for deportation – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump says he is looking to eliminate wasteful spending in the federal government., but that may be at odds with what he’s doing to keep another campaign promise. Jason Allen has been investigating what it’s costing American taxpayers to

Why Trump is going after the penny – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump ordered the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of production. Kelly O’Grady explains. View CBS News In Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now

Former Treasury employee says DOGE access raises “real security questions” – CBS News Watch CBS News Elon Musk’s access to the Treasury’s payment system is raising concerns about federal funding and personal data. Major Garrett speaks to a former Treasury employee about the role of the agency and the sensitive data it handles. View CBS