He condemned white supremacy by name, in light of the racist manifesto believed to have been authored by the suspect in the El Paso shooting Source
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How social media plays a role in white nationalist violence
The two deadly mass shootings over the weekend have raised questions about the role of social media sites in recent attacks. Critics of platforms like 8chan said the sites are a breeding ground for violence and serve as a recruiting platform for extremists. Amy Spitalnick, executive director for Integrity First for America, joined CBSN to discuss. Source
8chan goes offline after security company pulls support
The site, where the suspected El Paso gunman posted a hate-filled screed, lost support from web security firm Cloudflare Source
Dayton officials hold press conference in wake of deadly shooting
Police say the gunman was wearing a mask and body armor when he shot and killed his younger sister and eight others Source
3 shark attacks at the same Florida beach within 24 hours
On Saturday, two surfers were bitten within minutes of one another. Source
Trump makes statement after deadly mass shootings — live updates
The president tweeted Republicans and Democrats should tie stricter background checks and immigration reform into a legislative package Source
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Country mourns back-to-back mass shootings. At least 20 killed in El Paso, Texas and at least 9 killed in Dayton, Ohio over the weekend. Alleged Texas shooter could face federal charges. Federal authorities treating 21-year-old Patrick Crusius as domestic terrorist. Source
Six-year-old says, “I will be your friend” with back-to-school shirt
Blake Rajahn asked his mother to make him an orange shirt that says, “I will be your friend.” The Georgia boy plans to wear it on his first day of school today. After being bullied, he said he wanted his classmates to know they are not alone. Source
Accused El Paso gunman’s family “devastated” after massacre
Patrick Crusius’ grandparents say he was living with them while he attended nearby Collin College, but moved out 6 weeks ago Source
Trump calls for “strong background checks” after shootings
Mr. Trump says he wants Washington to “come together” after two weekend mass shootings and says the media “has a big responsibility to life and safety” Source