Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 228

Reporter's Notebook: Ukraine war revisionism

Three years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. When Trump administration officials were asked about the anniversary, the picture got cloudier. John Dickerson gives his take.

How pop-up auctions scam people with phony goods

One auction attendee spent $6,000 on what was supposed to be an "authenticated" Picasso. It was actually a reproduction worth about $70.

Why The Associated Press is suing Trump

A federal judge denied an emergency motion to restore access for Associated Press reporters and photographers to White House events, pending a fuller briefing and another hearing before he rules. Jessica Levinson explains the case.

Ukraine marks 3 years since Russian invasion amid concern about Trump's stand

A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada visited Ukraine's capital Monday to mark three years since Russia's invasion, in a show of continued support from some of Kyiv's most important backers.

2/23/2025: The Justice Department; CFPB; John Oliver

First, a report on the upheaval at the Justice Department. Then, a look at why the CFPB is under fire by President Trump, DOGE.And John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.

It's official: Conservatives win German election and far-right surges

Provisional results confirmed that mainstream conservatives led by Friedrich Merz won Germany's national election​, while a far-right party surged to become the nation's second-largest.

2/23: CBS Weekend News

Pope Francis showing early signs of kidney failure; New York City's Friars Club sold at foreclosure auction

Dan Bongino tapped for FBI deputy director

The selection places two staunch Trump allies atop the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency at a time when Democrats are concerned that the president could seek to target his adversaries

John Oliver loves performing stand-up most

Comedian John Oliver tells 60 Minutes that performing stand-up is his "favorite place to be" and explains why bombing on stage is helpful for comedians.

Justice Department purge under Trump administration | 60 Minutes

President Trump says his administration is cleaning up a Justice Department corrupted by politics. Amid the firings and resignations, one leader described a workplace of "confusion" and "fear."