Family members and prominent leaders were expected to speak at the service at North Central University’s sanctuary in downtown Minneapolis. Source
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CBS News poll: 67% of Americans say U.S. is on the wrong track
A new CBS News poll finds two-thirds of Americans say the U.S. is on the wrong track, as the nation deals with three major crises: the coronavirus pandemic, record unemployment, and protests over police brutality. Karen Tumulty, a Washington Post columnist covering national politics, joined CBSN to discuss what this all means for the 2020 presidential election. Source
Actors accuse Lea Michele of racism and mistreatment
Michele apologized for how her “behavior towards fellow cast members was perceived by them.” Her statement was criticized by Samantha Marie Ware, who originally called attention to Michele’s past behavior on set. Source
Democrats sound alarm over unidentified law enforcement patrolling D.C. protests
Virginia Congressman Don Beyer, a Democrat, said he is working on legislation after photos emerged of unidentified, armed federal law enforcement near the White House. Source
Suspect ID’d in Madeleine McCann case
Germany authorities say a man suspected of killing British toddler Madeleine McCann in 2007 is already in jail for another crime. CBS News’ Charlie D’Agata has the latest on this long-cold case that grabbed the world’s attention. Source
“People just don’t want to be killed. Period.”: Anti-apartheid leader on protests
“People are feeling exhausted about us talking about racism. Try living it,” says U.N. Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Source
Virginia governor announces removal of Robert E. Lee statue
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam is expected to announce plans to remove the monument Thursday. Source
Mourners converge in Minneapolis for George Floyd memorial service
Protests across the nation over Floyd’s death and racial injustice are continuing. Source
Graham delays vote on authorizing subpoenas in Russia probe
The Senate Judiciary Committee is probing the origins of the Russia investigation. Source
Amazon workers sue after allegedly bringing COVID-19 home
Warehouse workers claim retailer is failing to provide protections against the disease, putting themselves and families at risk. Source