Joining us now, staff writer for the Atlantic, Caitlyn Dickerson, former assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention at DHS, Samantha Vinegrad, and former US attorney, and MSNBC legal analyst, Barbara McUade. So, Caitlyn, you're reporting on that broad definition of what it means to be in violation of this executive order. What how can that be used.Now, the story that I wrote looks at this expansion uh on behalf of the administration going after not just immigrants who Trump clearly artic ...

Joining us now, CNBC global supply chain reporter Laurianne Lorocco and Bloomberg news anchor and correspondent David Gura. Laurianne, what's it like at the ports right now with these tariffs. It is ugly, Katie.We actually have a quintuple tariff hit today. Uh the first is the 10% tariff on timber and the 25% uh tariff on kitchen cabinets and furniture. This is going to be inflationary, Katie, for the consumer as well as the homebuilders.And just if you think those tariffs aren't high enough, they're going ...

Look, I'm very disappointed cuz Vladimir and I had a very good relationship. Probably still do. I don't know why he continues with this war.I mean, I I had a very good relationship with Vladimir Putin, but he just doesn't want to end that war, and I think it's making him look very bad. He could end it. He could end it quickly.And I I have to tell you, I give credit because who would think that Ukraine could have fought Russia for four years to essentially a standstill. Now, there has been some early early, ...

Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza - Over the past two years, the population has faced shortages of food, education, clean water, shelter, and healthcare services [2] - Nearly 90% of the population lacks shelter [3] - Schools have been closed for two years [3] - Winter conditions in Gaza are harsh, exacerbating the challenges for those living in tents without basic necessities [7] Aid and Access - Continuous access to external food supplies is crucial, as Gaza's agricultural lands and minimal manufacturing have been destroyed [5][6] - All aid groups are ready to comply with security requirements, including providing complete inventories and undergoing screening processes [8] - A quick and thorough screening process is needed to ensure aid reaches people in need promptly [10] - Opening the Rafa crossing is considered almost essential for rebuilding and providing necessary aid, including shelter, food, water, medication, and medical services [10][11] Long-Term Impact - There are concerns about the long-term consequences of the situation on the lives of children in Gaza, who make up half the population [4] - Healthcare system has been utterly destroyed, posing a huge challenge to treat patients with infections [7]

Investigations & Legal Aspects - Special Counsel Jack Smith defends his team's integrity and competence in the investigations of Donald Trump, refuting claims of political motivation [1][2][3] - The Special Counsel's office emphasizes that the facts in the Trump classified documents case were "starkly different" from the Biden case, citing "tons of evidence of willfulness" and obstructive conduct [5] - The Special Counsel's office asserts it followed Justice Department rules in obtaining senators' calling records [7] Justice Department & Political Climate - Jack Smith criticizes the potential politicization of the Justice Department, particularly under the Trump administration, and defends public servants from demonization [7][8][9] - The Justice Department views the discussion of war plans on Signal as a serious national security risk that warranted a criminal investigation [7] - The Justice Department emphasizes the public's entitlement to a speedy trial and resolution of significant questions, justifying the decision to move forward with prosecutions [6]

Legal Framework & Historical Context - The Posse Comitatus Act is a criminal prohibition on the US Armed Forces or federalized National Guard members from engaging in domestic law enforcement unless explicitly allowed by the Constitution or an act of Congress [7][8] - The Insurrection Act creates exceptions to the Posse Comitatus Act, outlining specific scenarios where the military can be used for domestic purposes, such as suppressing an insurrection at the request of a governor or preserving civil rights when a state fails to do so [18][20][21] - The Tenth Amendment reserves police power to the states, emphasizing that domestic law enforcement is primarily a state and local responsibility, not a federal or military one [11][12] Concerns Regarding Military Use - Experts express concern that military personnel are trained for combat against foreign enemies with lethal force, which differs significantly from the rules of engagement for domestic law enforcement [13][14] - There are concerns about the safety of deploying armed military members on US streets due to the different rules of engagement they are trained for [15] - The government's attempt to use a technical provision (Title 10 Section 12406) to federalize the National Guard against the wishes of state governors has been challenged in court, with judges finding that the facts did not support the use of this provision [36][37] Title 32 Authority & Potential Loopholes - Title 32 of the US Code allows the President to use the National Guard for federal functions while they remain under the governor's control, meaning they are not subject to Posse Comitatus; some governors have voluntarily used this authority, while others have resisted [61][62][64] - The Department of Justice has argued in OLC memos that it does not violate Posse Comitatus to use the military to protect federal functions and federal property, though this has never been tested in court [43][44] International Operations & Use of Force - The US military has engaged in strikes against boats in the Caribbean Sea, claiming they were carrying drugs, but the legal authority for these actions is questionable, with some arguing it constitutes murder [83][87] - The government's theory is that the cartels are in an armed conflict with the United States, making them subject to the laws of war, but this justification is seen as dubious and potentially setting a dangerous precedent [91][92][93]

Joining us now, US national editor for the Financial Times, Ed Loose, and Arkansas soybean farmer Scott Brown. Scott, the hits just keep on coming. I'll come to you in that a moment, but Ed, first off, explain why Argentina is in need of this bailout.Well, um, President Millle is imposed. Remember, Argentina is the most bankrupted country in history. It's it's defaulted nine times on its sovereign debt.So this isn't a new story for Argentina. Um uh President Mille um has imposed this austerity package to br ...

Middle East Peace Process - Achieving lasting peace requires Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza [3] - A security force is needed to protect peace in Gaza, along with addressing food and shelter problems for Palestinians [4] - Deciding how to govern Gaza in the future is a major step [4] - The United States' continued involvement and leadership are crucial for achieving peace [5] - Expanding the Abraham Accords could foster cooperative relationships in the Middle East [8] - Establishing a Palestinian leadership, in cooperation with Arab countries, is necessary to replace Hamas and provide stability and security to Gaza [10] US Foreign Policy - The President successfully leaned on Netanyahu and Arab countries to achieve the hostage release and ceasefire [7] - The President should push Vladimir Putin to stop fighting in Ukraine, or the US should fully arm Ukraine [13] Domestic Issues - Misuse of the military undermines its fundamental role and morale [17] - The military's purpose is to protect from foreign enemies, not to perform law enforcement roles domestically [16]

When you now start seeing the politization of the military deliberately, when you have what what looks like a deliberate end run around not just a concept but a law that's been around for a long time. Paz Kamatus. That is a genuine effort to weaken how we have understood democracy. >> With each member of the National Guard that Donald Trump deploys into blue cities and blue states, he is essentially weakening our democracy deliberately. Former President Barack Obama weighing in there on comedian Mark Marin' ...

Hostage Condition and Initial Needs - Released hostages experienced isolation for 738 days, some were cuffed and subjected to torture [2] - Many hostages suffer from untreated chronic pain and potential irreversible handicaps, including musculoskeletal issues and burns [3] - Hostages lost 30-40% of their weight, potentially leading to long-term health implications [4] - Initial rehabilitation focuses on reuniting hostages with families and restoring their sense of humanity [6] Rehabilitation and Long-Term Recovery - Full recovery is a gradual process, with released hostages potentially experiencing nightmares and other problems even a year after release [7] - The concern for remaining hostages previously delayed recovery; addressing the fight to return remaining hostages is crucial for full recovery [7] - Hostages receive a welcome kit from the Israeli government, including a laptop and mobile phone, but face the challenge of information overload [8] Psychological Impact and Societal Reintegration - Hostages need to process news of losses and changes in their communities, including the murder of people they knew [10] - Families need to carefully manage the information shared with the hostages to aid their digestion of the news [12] - Hostages are not returning to their old selves but becoming new individuals, potentially emerging as leaders due to their resilience [12]