Tony Dokoupil, the recently appointed anchor of “CBS Evening News,” scored a major interview with President Donald Trump, which took up a considerable portion of the broadcast. The interview, conducted on the floor of a Ford Motor Co. factory in Dearborn, Michigan, covered a range of topics including the U.S. economy, the tragic killing of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE agent, the Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell, and the protests in Iran.
During the interview, Trump shared his views on various issues. He commented on the economy, boasting about what he described as the strongest economy in U.S. history. Trump also addressed the killing of Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota by an ICE agent, stating that her actions were tough and suggesting that the video of the incident could be viewed in different ways.
Regarding Powell, Trump criticized him as a “lousy Fed chairman” and accused him of being too aggressive with interest rates. He also raised concerns about the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation project, alleging billions of dollars in overruns and questioning Powell’s integrity.
Following the interview with Trump, Dokoupil anchored “CBS Evening News” live from Detroit at GM’s global headquarters, where he interviewed GM CEO Mary Barra. Barra highlighted the impact of Trump’s tariffs on the company, resulting in significant additional costs in 2025.
Dokoupil, who was appointed anchor of “CBS Evening News” by Bari Weiss, has faced some criticism for his less antagonistic approach towards the Trump administration compared to other news networks. However, he has also emphasized the importance of trust in the media and the need to prioritize the perspectives of the American people.
Despite some challenges in viewership, Dokoupil continues to uphold the values of the news program, including a love for America and a commitment to representing diverse viewpoints. The new CBS News regime, under the leadership of Weiss and Paramount Skydance chairman David Ellison, aims to deliver balanced and informative news coverage to its audience.
As Dokoupil settles into his role as anchor of “CBS Evening News,” he remains focused on providing insightful and engaging content that resonates with viewers. The recent interview with President Trump is just one example of the program’s commitment to delivering important news stories to its audience.
