The Texas Republican has not been wearing a mask around the Capitol. Source
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The cost of taking a gap year amid a pandemic
Students have often been encouraged to take gap years between high school and college, but many graduates are reconsidering their options this year. Economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York say students who delay college due to the pandemic could lose more than $90,000 in lifetime earnings. Arun Ponnusamy, chief academic officer at Collegewise, joins CBSN to discuss what students should take into account when making this decision. Source
Legal analyst on Attorney General William Barr’s testimony at House hearing
Attorney General William Bar appeared before the House Judiciary Committee for the first time Tuesday as protests continue to play out across the country. CBS News legal analyst Kim Wehle joined CBSN to discuss the impact of Barr’s statements. Source
As COVID-19 deaths rise, new controversy over hydroxychloroquine
Coronavirus cases and deaths keep rising in many states. CBS News’ Laura Podesta reports on the latest, and Dr. Dara Kass, an ER doctor and Yahoo News medical contributor, joined CBSN to discuss the latest figures, concerns about COVID-19’s impact on the heart, and the controversy surrounding the drug hydroxychloroquine. Source
Lawmakers bid final farewell to late Congressman John Lewis
The late civil rights icon and Congressman John Lewis left the U.S. Capitol for the final time. He will be buried in Atlanta after a funeral at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church. CBS News political contributor Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN to discuss Lewsi’ legacy and how to continue in the fight for equality. Source
Hollywood faces financial crisis as studios delay release of summer blockbusters
The pandemic is wreaking havoc in Hollywood as most movie studios have paused production indefinitely. With studios repeatedly postponing the release of summer blockbusters, the entertainment industry is facing its biggest financial crisis yet. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano with the details. Source
South Dakota governor disparages mask mandate for students
Kristi Noem’s stance defies a push from the South Dakota State Medical Association to require face masks in schools. Source
Widespread use of hand sanitizers leads to jump in poisonings
Calls to poison control centers have soared since March, with thousands of cases involving young children. Source
Train derails and bridge partially collapses in Arizona
A bridge over Tempe Town Lake caught on fire and partially collapsed after a train derailed; witness describes a “scene from hell” Source
New England Patriots star Patrick Chung on opting out of the 2020 NFL season
Three-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Chung of the New England Patriots joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about his decision to opt out of the 2020 season. Source