Voices getting louder after industry blog report that 100 workers at company’s Fremont plant have tested positive for COVID-19 and more than 1,000 have been exposed. Source
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Mongolian teen infected by marmot dies of bubonic plague
In an unrelated case in neighboring China, a patient who was infected with plague in the northern region of Inner Mongolia is improving, Chinese state media say. Source
Nick Cannon dropped by ViacomCBS over “anti-Semitic” comments
The comments came on the podcast “Cannon’s Class” on YouTube. Cannon said he takes “full responsibility” for his comments and encourages open dialogue. Source
Former Trump doctor wins congressional runoff in Texas
Despite increasing coronavirus cases,early turnout for a runoff election is high. Source
Facebook considering banning political ads to slow spread of misinformation
Facebook is reportedly considering banning political ads to slow the spread of misinformation ahead of the 2020 presidential election. Groups like QAnon have been using the site to spread conspiracy theories. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joined CBSN to discuss. Source
Ivanka Trump tweet featuring can of Goya beans sparks backlash
The tweet from the president’s daughter includes Goya’s slogan “If it’s Goya, it has to be good” in both English and in Spanish. Source
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Hospitals overwhelmed as Florida reports record virus deaths; Lost dog tag returned to family of deceased Marine Source
ICE reverses controversial rule for foreign students
The guidance would’ve barred foreign students from participating in online-only coursework during the fall semester. Source
Black voters key to defeating President Trump, strategists say
Many Democratic strategists say Black voters will be crucial to win the White House in November. Antjuan Seawright, a CBS News political analyst and Democratic strategist, joined CBSN’s Errol Barnett to discuss why this demographic is the key to the party’s success. Source
Trump uses Rose Garden address to attack Biden on the economy, China, and immigration
President Trump turned a Rose Garden address at the White House into an apparent campaign speech, where he targeted his likely November election opponent, Joe Biden. CBS News chief Washington correspondent, Major Garrett, and CBS News’ Natalie Brand join Errol Barnett to discuss. Source