Some of the rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol last week wore gear that makes it difficult to identify them, but investigators have zeroed in on a number of clues. John Scott-Railton, a senior researcher at the Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto’s Munk School, joins CBSN to discuss the techniques that helped ID suspects who are now facing charges. Source
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Amazon removes Parler from its web hosting service
The social media site Parler has gone dark after Amazon removed the platform from its web hosting service. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN to talk about the platform’s popularity with right-wing extemists and what comes next. Source
Morale deteriorates among Capitol police after assault on Capitol
Two Capitol police officers died as a result of the riots that forced the evacuation of Congress last week. Source
Inquiry threatens Giuliani’s bar association membership
New York’s bar association has launched an inquiry into the actions of President Trump’s personal attorney. Source
Pandemic pricing? Cost of a patio heater quadrupled on Amazon
Consumer advocacy group contends retail giant isn’t doing enough to curtail huge price spikes by third-party sellers. Source
Watch Live: California governor gives COVID update as deaths spike
The state saw 10,000 deaths over the last month. Source
Stripe to no longer process online payments for Trump campaign
The online payment company is one of many businesses that are distancing themselves from Trump and his campaign. Source
History professor weighs in on pro-Trump Capitol riot
Terry Bouton, an associate professor of history at University of Maryland, Baltimore County, joins CBSN to discuss his firsthand observations of Wednesday’s riot at the U.S. Capitol, including protesters turning on police. Source
Chaplain provides prayers to sick and dying COVID patients
David Begnaud follows an Apple Valley chaplain through a hospital as she offers prayers and helps grieving families. Source
Trump enters final full week in office as calls grow for removal
President Trump is entering his final full week in office, as Democrats and even some Republicans call for his removal before Inauguration Day. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined “CBSN AM” with the latest. Source