The Trump administration has come under pressure over America’s late-to-the-game roll out of wide-scale testing for the new COVID-19 disease. Source
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Protester interrupts Bernie Sanders rally with Nazi flag
Sanders supporters quickly ripped the flag from his hands and the man was escorted out of the building by security. Sanders later called the incident “beyond disgusting.” Source
Trump signs emergency coronavirus spending package
The Trump administration has come under pressure over America’s late-to-the-game roll out of wide-scale testing for the new COVID-19 disease. Source
White House tightens visitor rules over coronavirus concerns
For now, the White House will be requiring guests to disclose the countries they’ve visited recently, and other measures are also being considered. Source
Coronavirus: The Race to Respond
As the coronavirus spreads across the country and around the world, “CBS This Morning’s” special, “Coronavirus: The Race to Respond,” addresses critical information on how the virus is being tracked and treated. Reporters in multiple countries share the latest on infection numbers, supply shortages and the economic impact. Medical experts answer pressing questions, and share how to protect yourself and your family. Source
Coronavirus could cost airlines more than $100 billion
“We could discount prices tomorrow and it wouldn’t do any good,” said one airline executive as travel demand wanes. Source
Coronavirus panic sparks racist incidents against Asian Americans
“They’re just scared to get infected by Chinese people,” restaurant owner Kin Lam told CBS News. Source
“48 Hours” preview: Rare access to police bodycams in “The Case Against Sandra Garner”
In January 2018, Sandra Garner’s husband and caregiver was shot and killed in their home. Garner said a masked stranger had entered their home. But police later found the murder weapon in her car and a disturbing search history on her iPad. “48 Hours” got exclusive access to Texas police bodycam footage from the investigation. “48 Hours” correspondent Richard Schlesinger joins CBSN to preview Saturday’s episode. Source
How to lower your chances of an IRS tax audit
Only a small portion of tax returns are flagged for an audit every year — and you can reduce your chances of being one of them by taking some common-sense steps when you file your tax return. Former National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson tells CBSN the details. Source
White House mulls targeted coronavirus-related aid for Americans
White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow’s message to families who fear they will miss paychecks: “We will help them.” Source