Trump's Approval Ratings, Harvard Lawsuit, and Global Power Outage | CBS News 24/7

Trump Administration's Immigration Policies and Approval Ratings

• 🇺🇸 The White House is displaying posters of arrested undocumented migrants on the North Lawn to highlight immigration arrests.
• 📉 New CBS News polling indicates a dip in President Trump's approval rating to 45%, down from 53% in February, with more Americans disapproving of his immigration policies.
• ⚖️ Despite public concern over mistaken detentions of US citizens, the administration is emphasizing deportations, with 56% approval for targeted deportation questions.
• 🗓️ President Trump is set to sign more executive orders on immigration and will mark his first 100 days in office with a rally in Michigan.

Harvard Lawsuit Over Federal Funding

• 🏛️ Harvard University filed a lawsuit after the Trump administration froze over $2 billion in federal funding due to disagreements over admissions and hiring policies.
• 📅 A hearing was held, with a judge scheduling further arguments for July, indicating the funding freeze will likely remain in place until then.
• 🏫 This case could set a precedent for other universities opposing the administration's policies, as many institutions receive federal funding.

Global Events and Incidents

• 🇪🇸🇵🇹 A massive power outage in Spain and Portugal has caused widespread disruptions, including subway networks, traffic lights, and ATMs, with full restoration potentially taking a week.
• ✈️ The outage also suspended matches at the Madrid Open and affected flights.
• 🚢 In Florida, a deadly hit-and-run boat crash involving a speedboat and a ferry resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries.
• ⚖️ Opening statements began in the state trial of three former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyrie Nichols.
• 🌪️ Severe storms are impacting millions across the upper Midwest, bringing risks of hail, damaging winds, flash flooding, and tornadoes.

International Relations and Politics

• 🇷🇺🇺🇦 Russia has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in World War II, though Ukraine expresses skepticism.
• 🇰🇵 North Korea has confirmed sending troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
• 🇨🇦 Canada's election is heavily influenced by its relationship with the US, with President Trump's rhetoric on potentially making Canada the 51st state becoming a central issue.

Economic and Political Developments

• 📈 Despite President Trump's claims of economic success, CBS News polls show waning voter support regarding his handling of the economy and inflation.
• 🤝 Negotiations for trade deals with countries like India are progressing, but discussions with China remain a significant concern for investors.
• 🏛️ Members of Congress are debating a GOP budget plan, with Democrats protesting potential cuts to programs like Medicare and Medicaid.

Notable Incidents and Trials

• 💎 A trial is underway in Paris for suspects accused in the 2016 armed robbery of Kim Kardashian, where she was held at gunpoint and millions in jewelry were stolen.
• 🇻🇳 Commemorations are being held for the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, highlighting the bravery of flight attendants who assisted in evacuations.
• 🏈 The Washington Commanders are returning to their roots with a new stadium deal in Washington D.C.
• 🎣 A speedboat crashed while attempting to break a speed record on Lake Havasu, Arizona, with the two racers thankfully unharmed.