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Senate confirms Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court

The Senate confirmed Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court on Monday just days before Election Day, solidifying the conservative majority on the court as it is set to consider several high-profile cases in the coming months. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Alan Jenkins of Harvard Law School joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano with analysis. Source

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Trump weighs firing FBI Director Christopher Wray after election

After a number of public disagreements between the White house and the FBI director, it is an open question whether Christopher Wray will hold onto his job after the election, even if President Trump wins. Former FBI Assistant Director and U.S. Attorney Greg Brower joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss what a shake-up at the FBI could mean for the bureau’s independence. Source

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Senator Joe Manchin: “Great concern” about how Amy Coney Barrett will rule on Affordable Care Act

Senate Republicans are set to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, giving President Trump his third appointment in just four years. West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin was one of the few Democrats to meet with Barrett. He spoke to CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano about his opposition to her nomination, the state of the coronavirus pandemic in his home state, and the future of renewable energy in coal country. Source

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Comparing Trump’s and Biden’s tax plans

President Trump has taken aim at Joe Biden’s tax plan in the run-up to the election, but the former vice president is sticking by his proposal and condemning Trump’s policies. Matthew Gardner, a senior fellow at the Institute of Taxation and Economic Policy, joins CBSN to break down the candidates’ plans. Source

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