After surprise visit, Pompeo says Washington would hold back $1 billion if arch presidential rivals don’t agree on new government to advance peace talks with Taliban. Source
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Madonna posts video calling coronavirus “great equalizer”
The post received swift backlash on social media — with blogger Perez Hilton writing, “you come across as uneducated and painfully out of touch.” Source
U.S. postpones “Remain in Mexico” hearings due to coronavirus
An attorney said it was a good public health move, but noted that migrants are disheartened that they won’t be able to make their case to win U.S. asylum anytime soon. Source
Activists push for the release of vulnerable inmates from prisons
The close proximity of inmates, coupled with inadequate treatment, can cause diseases to spread quickly inside prisons. Source
Unapproved coronavirus test kits could put public at risk
Scammers are attempting to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic. Both online sellers and telemarketers are trying to sell home test kits they falsely claim have FDA approval. Catherine Herridge reports. Source
As schools shift classes online, underfunded schools are seeking alternatives
More than 50 million kids are out of school across the U.S. While many are learning online, districts with less money and resources are making other plans. Meg Oliver reports. Source
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New York City converting Javits Center into emergency field hospital; People improvise ways to keep celebrations going during coronavirus pandemic Source
Former staffer sues Bloomberg over layoffs
The lawsuit — filed in federal court in NYC — seeks damages for “fraudulent inducement and breach of contract” with thousands of campaign workers, as well as unpaid overtime pay. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, March 23, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Trump on coronavirus: “We will win this war sooner than people think”
President Trump on Monday signaled he wants the economy to be back in full swing as quickly as possible amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Watch his remarks here from the White House. Source