March 03, 2025

Federal Agencies Face Pressure to Cut Jobs as Employees Weigh Buyout Offers | First Lady of Illinois and Former Inmate Team Up for Criminal Justice Reform

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On Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he wants peace with Russia, but that Ukraine needs security guarantees for a ceasefire. The comments follow a contentious Oval Office meeting on Friday between Zelenskyy and President Trump.

European leaders say they're stepping up to bridge the gap between the United States and Ukraine, offering a series of ceasefire proposals and signaling an increase in military aid amid the ongoing war with Russia. It comes after a heated Oval Office meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump. CBS News Imtiaz Tyab has more.

As federal agencies push employees to justify their roles and offer buyouts ahead of expected job cuts, a new CBS News poll finds more than half of Americans believe Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency have too much influence in firing decisions. Meanwhile, parents of children with disabilities fear changes to federal oversight of education programs.

Over the weekend, a Texas aerospace company made history with the first successful landing on the moon by a private firm. It's the second private mission to the moon but the first lander toppled over after touchdown. CBS News' Mark Strassmann shows what the mission hopes to accomplish.

Independent film "Anora" walked away Sunday night with five Academy Awards while Zoe Saldaña made history with her win for actress in a supporting role in "Emilia Pérez." Entertainment Tonight cohosts Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frazier have more.

Illinois First Lady MK Pritzker and Willette Benford, who spent 24 years in prison, have formed a powerful alliance to support women reentering society. Their work has led to housing and job programs, changes to state ID laws, and the planned closure of Logan Correctional Center. David Begnaud has more.

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