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Historical perspective on Trump’s “go back” tweet

President Trump is defending his tweet directed at four Democratic Congresswomen of color, telling them to “go back” where they came from. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Douglas Blackmon and political consultant Antjuan Seawright joined “Red & Blue” to discuss the historical context behind the president’s remark. Source

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Meek Mill’s lawyers request new trial, citing credibility and bias concerns

Lawyers for rapper Meek Mill say they are confident his 2008 drug and weapons conviction will be overturned, after attorneys on both sides requested a new trial. During a hearing Tuesday, Mill’s lawyers cited credibility concerns about Reginald Graham, the officer who testified against him. They also accuse the presiding judge of being biased against Mill, which she denies. Source

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How the moon landing changed pop culture

In a special story for “CBS This Morning” actor Kevin Bacon takes us back to 1969 with a few of the year’s other history-makers. He shows us how landing on the moon influenced technology and culture in the decades that followed. Source

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Eric Garner’s mother calls on Mayor Bill de Blasio to “step up” and fire officer involved in son’s death

The family of Eric Garner vows to continue their fight for justice after federal prosecutors decided not to charge a New York City police officer involved in his death. Garner died five years ago during an arrest for allegedly selling illegal cigarettes in Staten Island. Police officers knocked him to the ground and put him in a choke hold. His death ignited demonstrations worldwide. Eric Garner’s mother, Gwen Carr joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss why Mayor Bill de Blasio needs to “step up” and take action against the officer involved in her son’s death. Source

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House votes to condemn Trump’s racist tweets; Allie Long surprised with new key to New York City Source

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