In a video announcing his candidacy, the 46-year-old tech entrepreneur pledged to improve access to high-speed internet, “take back control” of the subway system and “reopen intelligently.” Source
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Descendant of Robert E. Lee says Confederate flag at the Capitol was “attack on our democracy”
When violent rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, many could be seen carrying the Confederate flag. Reverend Robert W. Lee IV, the great-great-great-nephew of Confederate general Robert E. Lee, joins CBSN to discuss the flag’s legacy, and condemned those who carried it during the deadly Capitol assault. Source
What happens if Trump is no longer in office during impeachment trial?
The House of Representatives voted to impeach President Trump for a historic, second time on Wednesday. By the time the Senate trial concludes, Mr. Trump will already be out of office. CBSN legal analyst and New York Law School professor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss the constitutionality of impeaching someone after leaving office and what comes next. Source
Fallout continues after social media platforms ban Trump and crack down on QAnon
Conservatives are criticizing Big Tech for bias after major social media platforms pulled the plug on President Trump and purged thousands of QAnon accounts in the wake of the deadly Capitol riot. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest developments. Source
Biden team prepares push for COVID relief bill expected to cost trillions
Transition officials spoke with congressional staffers about Biden’s priorities for a bill with a multi-trillion-dollar price tag. Source
Trump is first U.S. president impeached twice
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett distills what happened during this unprecedented day in American politics. Source
CBS News Poll: Majority of Americans back Trump’s impeachment
A CBS News poll shows that a majority of Americans are in favor of President Trump’s impeachment. A majority also believes race was a factor in how law enforcement treated those who attacked the Capitol last week. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN to discuss. Source
Pet food recall expands after more than 70 dogs die
A pet food recall is expanding after more than 70 dogs have died from eating toxic mold in Sportmix pet food. Source
States race to ramp up COVID vaccine rollout amid record deaths
The White House Coronavirus Task Force warned there may be a U.S. variant of the coronavirus that is more contagious as the country is racing to increase the number of vaccinations. Carter Evans has the latest. Source
Nearly half of Americans think some GOP lawmakers encouraged violence
Most who think so think they should be removed from office. Source