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.

It was not clear if Hamas’ statement meant it had accepted the proposal from US President Donald Trump for a 60-day ceasefire.

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President Trump brought pomp and circumstance to his signing of the "big, beautiful bill" on Friday, with an Independence Day ceremony at the White House that included a B-2 bomber flyover.

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Heavy rainfall in central Texas caused the Guadalupe River to overflow and unleash a torrent of water. The bodies of at least 13 children and adults have been recovered and more than 20 girls are missing from a sleepaway camp.

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The talk comes a day after President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Ukraine, Iran and other issues in a call the Kremlin described as "frank and constructive."

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Russia pummeled Kyiv with the largest drone attack of the war, injuring at least 23 people and damaging buildings across the capital only hours after U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Russia's Vladimir Putin, officials said.

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U.S. President Donald Trump marked the passage of the new spending bill, which includes changes to food assistance, student loan programs, and clean energy credits. Robert Costa joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what's in the legislation.

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More than 80 Palestinians were killed in Gaza on Thursday (July 3), according to health officials, as Israel intensified its strikes, hitting a school-turned-displacement facility. CNN’s Paula Hancocks looks at the damage and humanitarian toll.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv will do "anything" to advance EU accession talks. Zelenskyy spoke alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, President of the European Council António Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.

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President Donald Trump said Washington will start sending letters to countries on Friday specifying what tariff rates they will face on imports to the United States, a clear shift from earlier pledges to strike scores of individual deals.

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Indonesian rescuers on Thursday (July 3) temporarily halted a search for 30 people still missing after a ferry carrying 65 people sank near the island of Bali with the loss of six lives, the national search and rescue agency said.

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After marathon debate sessions in the Senate and House, President Donald Trump’s budget bill passed in the House. Republicans secured the biggest win of Trump’s presidency.

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Florida says the first group of migrant detainees have arrived at the new immigration detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz." CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday (July 3) that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and that he plans to hold a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.

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CNN’s Priscilla Alvarez reports on a lawsuit from lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia alleging he suffered “torture and mistreatment” after he was wrongfully deported and held in El Salvador’s notorious mega prison.

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The Kremlin welcomed the development, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov claiming it proves Western arsenals are being depleted and predicting that less aid will hasten the end of the conflict.

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Two contractors employed by UG Solutions spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity as they were revealing their employers’ internal operations.

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Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke for hours on the House floor about potential impacts of President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" that Republicans are looking to pass before July 4. Following debate, the House is set for a final vote on the massive budget bill.

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CBS News political contributor Caroline Polisi joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the jury's verdict in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial and the judge's decision to deny bail for the music mogul ahead of his sentencing.

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Liverpool soccer player Diogo Jota has died aged 28, just weeks after marrying his childhood sweetheart. The footballer passed away in a car crash in northern Spain.

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The Pentagon said that U.S. strikes 10 days ago had degraded Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, suggesting the U.S. military operation likely achieved its goals despite a far more cautious initial assessment that leaked to the public.

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Iran nuclear program degraded by up to two years: Pentagon

Days before his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama announced the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a non-profit he founded, will have the sole authority to recognize his future reincarnation, but China insists it will choose the successor of the Tibetan spiritual leader.

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The U.S. Congress inched towards approving President Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, despite attempts by Democrats to stop it. The bill is Trump’s signature legislation which includes massive spending increases on the military and immigration enforcement while slashing social programs.

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill nears approval

Sean (Diddy) Combs was found guilty on prostitution-related charges, but was acquitted on more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking giving him a maximum sentence of 20 years. But the courtroom victory was subdued following a judge’s ruling to deny him bail.

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Diddy denied bail, avoids life in prison

President Trump says Israel has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, but it remains unclear if Hamas will accept the terms. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.

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Bryan Kohberger changed his plea to guilty Wednesday for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. CBS News national correspondent Carter Evans has more on the case.

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The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down a state abortion law that was adopted in 1849 in a 4-3 landmark decision. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down 176-year-old state abortion ban

Macron and Putin held regular discussions around the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with Macron visiting Putin in Russia in February 2022, but dialogue eventually stalled.

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Macron held 'substantial' phone call with Putin

President Trump toured “Alligator Alcatraz,” a migrant detention center he teamed up with Ron DeSantis to build in the Everglades.

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Protesters gather around ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as President Trump visits

Jurors in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal trial said they have reached a verdict on four of the five counts, but they cannot reach a verdict on Count 1, which is racketeering conspiracy. The judge has instructed the jury to keep deliberating. Deliberations will resume Wednesday (July 2).

Jury reaches partial verdict in Sean "Diddy" Combs case

The U.S. Senate passed the Republicans' reconciliation bill on Tuesday (July 1) after more than 24 hours of marathon voting on amendments. Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote.

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