El presidente Donald Trump viaja a zonas de desastres naturales en su primer viaje oficial fuera de Washington, D.C., desde que asumió el cargo a principios de esta semana. Trump dice que está considerando "deshacerse" de la Agencia Federal de Gestión de Emergencias.

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More than a thousand structures have been destroyed and lives lost as wildfires sweep across parts of Los Angeles.

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President Donald Trump visited the fire-affected regions of Los Angeles, marking his first official trip outside Washington, D.C., since his inauguration. During his visit, Trump expressed his intent to support California's recovery efforts from the wildfires, contingent upon the state's adherence to certain requirements. Among the conditions discussed were implementing a voter ID law and changes in water management, which Trump linked to the efficiency of firefighting operations. However, California Governor Gavin Newsom and other officials have contested these claims, labeling them as misinformation and arguing that the president may not be fully informed. Despite the disagreements, Trump engaged in discussions with local officials and emphasized the need for federal assistance in the rebuilding process.

As part of the recovery measures, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is involved in initial recovery efforts, providing financial assistance for essentials such as food, water, clothing, and temporary housing. This support is vital for those who have lost their homes and lack insurance coverage to rebuild. The federal government's role extends to covering the significant costs involved in debris removal, critical for clearing devastated neighborhoods. The president mentioned his intention to explore changes within FEMA through an executive order. However, any substantial alterations or dismantling of FEMA would require congressional approval, making it unlikely that the agency could be entirely overhauled without legislative support.



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Hola, Lindsey. Esas condiciones parecen ser de naturaleza política. El presidente Trump prometiendo ayudar al estado de California a recuperarse de estos incendios forestales, pero si lo hacen y se adhieren a los requisitos específicos. Ahora, el presidente probablemente tendría que conseguir estos requisitos con la legislación que busca ayudar a California en el esfuerzo de recuperación. Y lo que está pidiendo, básicamente, es una ley de identificación de votantes, sino también una gestión del agua diferencias allí, cosas que cambiar allí. El presidente ha hablado de ello y ha aludido a la gestión del agua como parte de la cuestión de por qué los bomberos no fueron capaces de apagar las llamas lo antes posible. Pero el gobernador, Gavin Newsom de California, ha disputado esa noción, al igual que otros funcionarios diciendo esencialmente que se trata de algún tipo de desinformación y que el presidente no está completamente informado. Pero está recibiendo una reunión informativa allí con funcionarios locales. Se le ve a él y a la primera dama hablando con algunos funcionarios locales en la pantalla, visitando estos barrios que han sido completamente devastados. Y el presidente estará a la cabeza aquí en términos de proporcionar esa ayuda, firmando que la legislación en la ley si el Congreso fuera a aprobar la asistencia, y California sería probablemente necesitará miles de millones para poder recuperarse de este desastre. Hay muchas personas que han perdido sus casas, que no tienen seguro y que quizás estén esperando que el gobierno federal pueda intervenir y proporcionar algún tipo de asistencia. para ayudarles a reconstruir sus hogares, Lindsey. Cuando el presidente Trump aterrizó, habló con los periodistas junto al gobernador Newsom y dijo de la daños y la recuperación, tenemos que terminarlo. ¿Qué tipo de ayuda federal se necesita? Sí, eso es. Parte de ello requeriría la reconstrucción de estos barrios. Una parte de la ayuda de la FEMA es el esfuerzo inicial de recuperación, ¿verdad? Es conseguirle a la gente unos cientos de dólares, varios cientos de dólares para poder comprar cosas inmediatas que necesitan, comida, agua, ropa, cosas para sus bebés si ellos los tienen. Esas necesidades esenciales que tienen, también esa ayuda, esa ayuda a la vivienda para reembolsarles si salen y alquilan una casa. Parte de eso también sería necesario para la reconstrucción de los hogares, como he mencionado, que FEMA viene y interviene si tal vez alguien no tiene suficiente seguro o ningún seguro en absoluto a reconstruir su casa. Ahí es donde entrarán muchos de esos fondos. Y también, se trata de la retirada de escombros. Si miras en tu pantalla, muchas de estas casas son solo escombros. El gobierno de los EE.UU. tendría que venir y pagar por toda esa remoción de escombros. Así que es un proceso oportuno. Es un proceso que tardará miles de millones en recuperarse. Y por eso es necesaria la FEMA. Es por eso que el gobierno federal es necesario, porque muchas veces los estados simplemente no tienen los recursos para luchar y pagar por el daño que es causado por estos desastres naturales generalizados, y en este caso, en el caso de Carolina del Norte con un huracán y en California, los incendios forestales. ¿Tiene el presidente la capacidad de revisar completamente o desmantelar la FEMA? Sí, bueno, él afirma que puede hacerlo a través de una orden ejecutiva, que de alguna manera puede remodelar FEMA para hacer algunos cambios. Ahora, el presidente ciertamente puede hacer cambios en el personal y tal vez ajustar la forma en que las cosas como el ejecutivo a cargo del gobierno de EE.UU., pero no puede necesariamente deshacerse de la FEMA por completo. El presidente aludió a cómo le gustaría que esto se hiciera. Ciertamente necesitaría el apoyo del Congreso para hacer cualquier cambio en las agencias gubernamentales, incluyendo FEMA. Tendría que presentar un plan al Congreso. Tendrían que aprobarlo. Ahora, él podría trabajar para obtener el apoyo de los miembros en el Capitolio, tanto en la Cámara y la Senado, miembros republicanos y demócratas, pero claramente, el presidente, en seguir adelante con este plan para llegar a algún tipo de orden ejecutiva para volver a trabajar FEMA, pero todavía no obstante, no tiene la autoridad total para hacerlo, Lindsey. Willie James Inman, gracias.

NASA’s historic Artemis II mission to the moon launched Wednesday evening, taking four astronauts into Earth's orbit and on a path toward the world's first crewed lunar mission in a generation, beginning a journey into remarkable territory.

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Artemis II launches as NASA shoots for the Moon in historic mission

President Trump addressed the nation about the Iran war Wednesday night, saying that the U.S. would complete its mission there "very shortly." He also sought to assure Americans that the conflict with Iran would be brief compared to other wars in U.S. history and insisted that gas prices would go down quickly.

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Trump says Iran war objectives 'nearing completion' in address to the nation

The first payment to Ukraine under the €90 billion loan could happen in a matter of days after Hungary lifts its veto. EU officials, however, concede the dispute will be solved only after the country goes to the polls on April 12.

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EU readies first payment to Ukraine as soon as Hungary lifts veto

U.S. President Donald Trump is again threatening to pull the United States out of NATO, calling European allies "cowards" for their refusal to support the joint U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

Trump renews NATO attacks as Europe rejects role in Iran war

President Donald Trump became the first sitting U.S. president to attend a Supreme Court hearing after showing up on Wednesday (April 1) to listen to arguments on his birthright citizenship executive order.

Trump becomes first sitting president to attend Supreme Court hearing

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Iraq, was concerned about her safety before she was taken, one of her editors tells CBS News' Chris Livesay.

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American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq

The Artemis II mission to the moon is expected in a few hours if all goes according to plan. Linda Godwin, a retired astronaut and professor emeritus at the University of Missouri, joins CBS News with more.

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NASA's Artemis II mission set to launch

Golf legend Tiger Woods said on Instagram that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" and focus on his health following his DUI arrest after a car crash in Florida last week. His announcement comes as court documents reveal new details about his arrest.

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Tiger Woods seeks treatment after DUI arrest

U.S. President Donald Trump says operations in the Middle East will end in 2 to 3 weeks, but the administration wouldn't confirm if it's planning a ground invasion. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the U.S. prefers a peace deal, adding, 'In the meantime we'll negotiate with bombs.'

Hegseth says Iran deal preferable, U.S. will 'negotiate with bombs'

Trump targets birthright citizenship as the Supreme Court reopens the 14th Amendment battle, sparking protests and fears for U.S. identity.

Trump to challenge U.S. birthright citizenship in Supreme Court

Heavy strikes hit Lebanon's capital Beirut overnight as Israel claimed it had struck a "senior Hezbollah commander" and another member of the group. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said his country's military intends to occupy a swathe of southern Lebanon.

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Israeli strikes kill seven in Beirut as it vows to occupy southern Lebanon

Syria's president has met with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London to discuss the return of Syrian refugees and potential British investment in his country. Ahmed al-Sharaa is trying to drum up support in Europe for Syria's economic recovery after years of conflict.

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Syrian president Al-Sharaa meets UK PM Starmer in London

President Trump lashed out at European allies who he said haven't done enough to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz to oil tanker traffic. Weijia Jiang has details.

Trump lashes out at European allies over Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has called on NATO allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which has been effectively closed by Iran during the ongoing war.

Pentagon chief calls on NATO to act on Strait of Hormuz crisis

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday (March 31) in the case of a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for minors. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was the lone dissenter.

Supreme Court rules against Colorado youth 'conversion therapy' ban

Spain's airspace is now closed to U.S. planes involved in attacks on Iran, a step beyond its previous denial of use of jointly operated military bases. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has become one of the most vocal critics of the U.S. and Israeli attacks in Iran.

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Spain closes airspace to U.S. planes involved in attacks on Iran

The FBI says the synagogue attack earlier in March was inspired by Hezbollah, targeting Michigan’s largest Jewish temple with a truck packed with fuel.

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FBI: Michigan synagogue attack inspired by Iran-backed Hezbollah

High Representative Kaja Kallas gathered EU foreign ministers in Kyiv to honor the victims of the Bucha massacre, which has since then come to symbolize the search for justice and accountability in Ukraine.

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EU, except Hungary, vow accountability for war crimes in Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has told aides that he is willing to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing officials.

Trump willing to end war even if Strait of Hormuz stays closed: report

A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence.

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Questions raised about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk

A Tehran resident told CBS News many people have given up hope that the war will help topple the regime, adding that it is "ready at any cost" to stay in power. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed threats to strike Iran's power plants.

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Trump continues Iran threats amid hopes for peace

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump's partner in attacking Iran, said more than half of his military aims had been achieved, but both leaders refused to put a timeline on an operation that has ignited a month-long regional war and jolted global markets.

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Netanyahu says Iran war goals achieved 'beyond halfway point'

The White House said U.S. sanctions policy toward Cuba remains unchanged, even as a sanctioned Russian oil tanker was allowed to deliver fuel to the island on humanitarian grounds. The United States suspended Venezuela's oil exports to Cuba after American forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in early January.

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U.S. says Cuba sanctions unchanged as Russian oil tanker allowed entry

About 90% of Iran’s crude oil exports leave the country via the small island in the Persian Gulf's north, much of it destined for China and other Asian markets.

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Trump threatens to obliterate Kharg Island if no deal reached soon

Iran issued a warning to the U.S., against a possible ground invasion as both sides continue to launch air and missile strikes. Holly Williams has the latest.

Iran warns against U.S. launching ground operation

Millions of people protested at "No Kings" rallies across the U.S. and Europe over the weekend against the Trump administration's policies and the war in Iran. Organizers estimate at least 8 million participated in more than 3,300 protests worldwide.

Millions protest Trump administration at 'No Kings' rallies

With Marines and the Army's 82nd Airborne Division amassing in the Middle East, President Trump on Air Force One wouldn't confirm if U.S. forces will head into Iran for a ground operation, only saying, "I just have lots of alternatives." It comes as members of both parties have voiced concerns.

Trump weighs sending U.S. forces into Iran for ground operation

Israel’s parliament on March 30 passed its annual budget in a marathon overnight session, ensuring that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government can complete its term until the fall. The opposition slammed the budget for increasing funding to Israel's ultra-Orthodox communities at a time when the country is facing soaring costs over its war in Iran.

Knesset approves record defense spending bill

A Russian oil tanker is poised to deliver some much-needed crude oil to Cuba. The Anatoly Kolodkin is expected to dock in the western port of Matanzas imminently, according to shipping tracker MarineTraffic. This comes after Donald Trump appears to have reversed the US blockade of the island nation.

Cuba to receive shipment of Russia oil after U.S. lifts pressure

Media reports suggest the Pentagon is preparing for possible ground operations in Iran, though the White House says no decision has been made. The prospect of U.S. troops on the ground has sparked concern about the potential for a risky new phase in the conflict.

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