The Senate is likely to start the impeachment trial against President Trump next Tuesday, January 21. Two Republican senators tell CBS News that Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is telling his conference the trial will start next week and could last several weeks. Source
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Senate trial expected to start January 21, sources say
The trial is expected to last three to five weeks. Source
Troops describe missile strike: “We huddled together”
There are around 1,500 U.S. coalition troops on the Al Asad base and they had just minutes to take cover. Source
U.S. removes China from list of currency manipulators
The removal comes as the U.S. is set to sign a “Phase One” trade deal with China on Wednesday. Source
Family of crew member who died in boat fire sues boat operator
Crew member Alexandra Kurtz and all 33 passengers died in the fire. Source
How to watch Tuesday night’s Democratic debate
It’s the first debate of 2020 and the final debate before the Iowa caucuses. Source
Queen Elizabeth holds emergency meeting to discuss Harry and Meghan
Queen Elizabeth is presiding Monday over an unprecedented meeting of royal family members amid the turmoil over Prince Harry and Meghan’s decision to step back from their royal duties. Harry, his brother William and his father Charles will be at the queen’s home in eastern England to work out a solution. Charlie D’Agata reports on where the family members stand. Source
Astros fire GM and manager over cheating scandal
The Astros will also pay a $5 million penalty and forfeit their first and second-round picks in 2020 and 2021. Source
Supermodel called as potential juror in Harvey Weinstein trial
The supermodel disclosed she has met the disgraced movie producer but said she can “keep an open mind on the facts.” Source
Hanukkah stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
Grafton Thomas, 37, attacked a half-dozen Orthodox Jews who were inside a rabbi’s home celebrating the holiday. Source