CNN 5 Things ‘Weaponization Working Group’, Target’s Trouble, Savannah Guthrie’s Mom is Missing and more
Feb 2, 2026
A DOJ review of a group that examined investigations tied to former President Trump. Lawmakers racing to avoid a partial government shutdown while fighting over immigration terms. Retail turmoil as Target names a new CEO amid sales pressure and local protests. Renewed diplomatic push between the US and Iran toward a nuclear agreement. A high-profile missing person search for a national news anchor's mother.
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Weaponization Working Group Begins Daily Meetings
- The Justice Department's 'Weaponization Working Group' will review actions taken against President Trump under the Biden administration.
- Daily meetings aim to produce public findings within months amid frustration from Donald Trump.
House Faces Another Shutdown Decision
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is urging Republicans to accept a temporary funding deal to avoid a wider shutdown.
- The package splits short-term DHS funding and a full-year spending deal while hardliners resist on immigration warrants.
Target's CEO Steps In During Multiple Strains
- Target's new CEO Michael Fiddelke aims to revive the brand amid competition and falling sales.
- The company faces protests and political pressure over immigration enforcement in Minneapolis.
