Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan, Pushback Over Greenland Plans, Riveting Uvalde Testimony, Remembering January 6

Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Venezuela Oil Plan

President Trump announced on social media last night Venezuela will be turning over 30 to 50 million barrels of oil in the wake of the capture of their now-former president Nicholas Maduro over the weekend. John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.

EU & Democrats Against Trump’s Greenland Plans

On Tuesday, following word from the White House that President Trump is discussing options as to how the US could acquire Greenland, whether by purchasing it or using military force, the UK, France and Germany were among a number of European nations demanding the United States respect fellow NATO member Denmark and Greenland’s sovereignty. This comes as Arizona’s Ruben Gallego plans to introduce a resolution in the Senate for block Trump from invading Greenland by force. The latest from correspondent Charles de Ledesma.

Planning For A Post-War Ukraine

Ukraine's European allies announced they will provide multilayered defense guarantees as part of a peace proposal with Russia, once there’s a treaty in place. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the proposal also has the backing of President Trump’s envoys who attended the meeting.

Teachers Suing Texas

One of Texas’ largest teacher unions is suing the state to block the Education Commissioner from investigating teachers accused of inappropriate remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination on social media.

Abortion Ban Removed In Wyoming

Abortion is now legal in Wyoming, as well as using abortion pills, after the Republican-appointed state Supreme Court struck down the Wyoming near-total ban. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Hilton Responds To ICE Block

Hilton is removing a Minneapolis hotel from their hotel chain after one of their branded properties denied ICE agents from booking rooms.

Remembering January 6

Tuesday marked the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021 riot at the United States Capitol, which came after President Trump held a “Stop the Steal” rally outside the White House hours before on that fateful day. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Situation Worsens In Iran

The death toll is rising in Iran as demonstrations against the current regime intensifies. Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports security forces have clashed with protesters leaving at least three dozen dead and scores more injured, which comes as the Islamic Republic’s currency crashed against the Dollar and the nation’s inflation rate is among the highest in the world.

Riveting Uvalde Testimony

There was sensational testimony in a Texas court as the trial against a former police officer involved in the law response to the Uvalde school shooting.

Congressman Passes Away

A Republican member of Congress has passed away suddenly, leaving the House GOP’s slim majority even thinner. Correspondent Sue Aller has details.

Subsidies Taken Away

Five states, all led by Democrat governors, are losing some federal funding that subsidizes daycare and job training programs. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports at least one of those state leaders is vowing a court fight.

New Brown University Shooting Details

New details are emerging into the deadly shooting at Brown University last year. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.

Finally

The new CBS Evening News has started off with a number of problems that even the new anchor is calling “a bit terrifying.” Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices