SUMMARY: The Republican Party’s economic policy under Trump’s second term is at a crossroads, torn between traditional free-market principles and a new populist approach. Key issues include tax policies—whether to maintain the “No new taxes” stance or tax the rich as Trump suggests—healthcare, green energy investments, deficit spending, and trade. House Speaker Mike Johnson leads efforts on a $6 trillion tax and spending bill amid internal GOP divisions. Moderate Republicans resist Medicaid cuts and rolling back green energy credits, while conservatives demand deeper spending cuts to curb deficits. Trump’s mixed messages on tax rates add complexity as the party pushes forward largely without Democrats.

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SUMMARY: Catholics worldwide are celebrating the election of Pope Leo I 14th, the first American-born pontiff in history. Born Robert Francis Pvost in Dalton, Illinois, he is receiving widespread enthusiasm, particularly in the US. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance expressed support for the new pope, while American seminarians in Rome are in awe of the historic moment. On his first day as pope, Leo I 14th celebrated mass and reflected on his responsibility to lead the church. His mission includes healing divisions within the church as he ushers in a new era. His first public blessing is scheduled at St. Peter’s Basilica.

CBS News Miami’s Cristian Benavides reports on how the world is marking the occasion.

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SUMMARY: Two months ago, the U.S. proposed a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, accepted by Ukraine but rejected by Russia, which feared it would aid Ukraine and Western allies. Since then, Russian attacks, including missile and drone strikes, have targeted civilian areas along the front line, killing at least 117 civilians and wounding over 1,000 in long-range assaults. Notable deadly attacks include strikes in Sumy, Kharkiv, Kryvyi Rih, and Kyiv, with many casualties including children. Despite brief Russian ceasefires for Easter and Victory Day, violations persisted. Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian regions, including Moscow. Both sides remain engaged in intense conflict.

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