Kevin Cirilli, chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss Trump’s new talks with China, his apparent joke about Russian election meddling, and the aftermath of the first democratic debates. Source
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Biden defends civil rights record after debate attack
President Trump downplayed Sen. Kamala Harris’ attack on Joe Biden during the Democratic debate Thursday night. His remarks came as Biden tried to press the reset button Friday, and pledged to be “a president who stands against racism.” During the debate, Harris sharply criticized Biden for defending his opposition to federally-mandated busing more than 40 years ago. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Team USA two wins away from championship after knockout blow to France
After besting the host nation of France in Paris, Team USA is now two wins away from repeating as Women’s World Cup champions. Team USA’s most recognizable player, Megan Rapinoe, made her presence felt by scoring both of the team’s goals. On Tuesday, they’ll face England for a spot in the final, and two of the remaining four spots in the semi-finals will be decided this Saturday. Roxana Saberi reports from Paris. Source
Looking back at Michael Jackson’s legacy 10 years after his death
It’s been 10 years since Michael Jackson died at the age of 50. But fans are grappling with how to honor his legacy as the King of Pop continues to face allegations of sexual abuse. Naima Cochrane, a music industry reporter, joined CBSN to discuss evaluating Jackson’s legacy. Source
Stephanie Grisham announced as new White House press secretary
Stephanie Grisham, who has served as first lady Melania Trump’s spokeswoman for more than two years, will replace Sarah Sanders as White House press secretary and communications director. Grisham was considered the front-runner to fill the spot. Politico White House reporter Nancy Cook joins CBSN with more. Source
Iran says new sanctions permanently “end” chance for diplomacy
Iranian leaders have said the new sanctions from the Trump administration permanently “end” chances for diplomacy. This comes amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran after the Iranian military shot down a U.S. unmanned drone last week. Politico White House reporter Nancy Cook and CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss. Source
New book discusses importance of Constitution in today’s political climate
A new book is examining the Constitution and why it may be more important than ever. CBS News legal analyst Kim Wehle joined CBSN to talk about her new book, “How to Read the Constitution and Why.” Source
Video shows rescue of baby from plastic bag in Georgia
A Georgia sheriff released dramatic body-cam video Tuesday showing the rescue of a newborn girl who was found alive inside a plastic bag in the woods. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office made the video public in hopes that it will generate credible tips in the case. Source
Supreme Court blocks citizenship question, allows partisan gerrymandering
The Supreme Court issued two major rulings on voting rights. One involved temporarily blocking the Trump administration’s efforts to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census and the other said federal courts cannot rule on questions of partisan gerrymandering. Jessica Levinson, a professor at Loyola Law School, and Bob Cusack, editor-in-chief of The Hill, joined CBSN to discuss. Source
Teen hailed as hero after catching toddler falling from window
A quick-thinking teenager from Algeria rescued a 2-year-old who fell from her two-story apartment’s window in Istanbul. Source