News for March 9, 2025

President Donald Trump's tariff threats and immigration crackdown were the main focus of a Face the Nation interview with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who said both efforts are meant to fight fentanyl and strengthen border security.

Kristi Noem said she will use the broad powers of her role as Homeland Security secretary to carry out President Trump’s immigration and border agenda.

Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman said talks with the Trump administration are making progress, as both sides try to avoid new U.S. tariffs tied to fentanyl, trade, and border security.

Tariffs on Chinese imports are likely to raise costs for Manhattan Chinatown businesses and threaten the cultural goods they rely on to serve their community.

With Congress largely inactive, President Donald Trump is facing some of his strongest pushback from judges and foreign leaders who are challenging his moves on the law and on U.S. alliances.