Sweeping package of police accountability measures received new backing following protests of George Floyd’s killing. Source
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Trump to accept GOP nomination in Jacksonville, Florida
The Republican National Committee has confirmed President Trump will now accept the party’s nomination for reelection in Jacksonville, Florida instead of Charlotte, North Carolina. CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN with more on the controversy over the move. Source
Trump says “generally speaking” chokeholds “should be ended”
The vast majority of Americans support banning police use of chokeholds. Source
CDC posts tips for minimizing everyday coronavirus risk
The guidelines are long overdue, some health experts say. But there are notable omissions. Source
Hot Pockets heiress headed to prison for college bribes
Massachusetts judge denied request that she serve her 5-month sentence at home due to coronavirus risks. Source
This week on “Face the Nation,” June 14, 2020
Senators Tim Scott, Cory Booker and Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday’s “Face the Nation” Source
Ex-cop charged in George Floyd death could get $1 million in pension
Minnesota has no law making employees forfeit pensions if they’re convicted of crimes related to their work Source
Cuomo signs New York police reform law
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed police reform legislation into law on Friday, more than two weeks after George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis sparked a nationwide movement. Rev. Al Sharpton also spoke Friday before Cuomo signed the legislation. Source
NASA names new head of human spaceflight
Commercial Crew Program manager Kathy Lueders takes on the top job in human spaceflight. Source
Dave Chappelle drops surprise special, “8:46”
The title of the Netflix special comes from the length of time George Floyd was pinned to the ground by a Minneapolis police officer. Source