President Trump is facing mounting criticism for falsely claiming that 99% of coronavirus cases are “totally harmless.” He made the comment over the weekend during a July 4th event at the White House where he continued downplaying the severity of the pandemic. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with more. Source
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FDA warns about 5 additional toxic hand sanitizers
The hand sanitizers tested positive for methanol, a toxic substance when absorbed through the skin or ingested. Source
Floyd’s former partner and Brooks’ widow share a “spiritual” bond
Roxie Washington and Tomika Miller belong to a club no one wants to belong to. Source
Supreme Court rules states can punish so-called “faithless electors”
The Supreme Court was unanimous in its ruling against so-called faithless electors. Source
Judge orders shutdown of controversial Dakota Access pipeline
The pipeline was the subject of months of protests, sometimes violent, during its construction near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation Source
U.S. is an “outlier” in global virus fight, ex-CDC director says
Dr. Tom Frieden said that it was a mistake to reopen public spaces, like bars, early, and that the country is paying for that mistake. Source
Rayshard Brooks’ widow and George Floyd’s former partner meet for the first time
“CBS This Morning” invited Rayshard Brooks’ widow and George Floyd’s former partner to meet for the first time. They shared the pain of losing their loved ones with Mark Strassmann. Source
Unemployment benefits: Do you have to pay taxes on them?
Almost 1 in 3 jobless workers mistakenly believe their unemployment benefits are tax-free. Source
Miami Mayor Suarez on Florida’s coronavirus outbreak and whether his city will see another shutdown
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the worsening coronavirus outbreak in Florida and what he’s doing in Miami to slow the spread. Plus, Suarez responds to President Trump’s comment that “99%” of coronavirus cases are “totally harmless.” Source
Washington Redskins consider name change after decades of controversy
Washington’s pro football team has been using what some consider a racially offensive phrase as its team name. As pressure mounts, the historic NFL franchise is thoroughly reviewing the name. Chip Reid reports. Source