Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a “stand down” during which the military will pause other activities to focus on addressing extremism and white nationalism within its ranks. More than 20 current or former military members have been arrested in connection with the assault on the U.S. Capitol. Washington Post reporter Missy Ryan joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with the details. Source
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These lucky fans will attend the Super Bowl in Florida
For the first time in decades, the Super Bowl will not be a sellout due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But a few thousand lucky fans will fill the stadium in Florida. Mark Strassmann reports. Source
“Who cares!”: Trump resigns from Screen Actors Guild
“While I’m not familiar with your work, I’m very proud of my work on movies such as ‘Home Alone 2’ …,” Mr. Trump wrote. Source
Nearly 3 million U.S. women have dropped out of the labor force
Solutions include universal paid leave, addressing pay disparities and investment in childcare, according to experts. Source
“Marshall Plan for Moms” seeks stimulus payments for mothers
There is a bold new plan to help working mothers who are struggling financially during the coronavirus. Norah O’Donnell reports in CBS News’ series Women and the Pandemic. Source
Popular baby foods “tainted” with toxic heavy metas, report says
A new government report finds baby food from some of the largest U.S. manufacturers is “tainted” with “significant levels” of toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic and mercury. Anna Werner looks at the largely unregulated market and how experts say you can keep your children safe. Source
Senator Bill Cassidy on COVID aid and why Marjorie Taylor Greene is “bad for the conservative movement”
Senate Democrats are moving forward with steps to pass President Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package, even without Republican support, while the White House continues negotiating with GOP senators who favor a smaller package. Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the negotiations, plus why he thinks Georgia Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is “bad for the conservative movement.” Source
Fired Ohio cop charged with murder in Andre Hill shooting
Adam Coy, the former Columbus, Ohio, police officer accused of fatally shooting Andre Hill in December, will be formally charged on Friday. Adriana Diaz reports. Source
Democrats prepare to fast-track Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID economic plan
Senate Democrats hope to finish crafting details on the comprehensive COVID relief bill within the next two to three weeks — and want it on President Biden’s desk by early March. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Johnson & Johnson seeks U.S. approval for one-dose COVID vaccine
A possible third COVID vaccine could be on the way in the U.S. — and it’s sorely needed as coronavirus variants continue to spread. Source