In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice’s National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China. Source
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Harris eyes Republican voters in Wisconsin with Liz Cheney event
Former President Donald Trump rallied in Michigan a day after a judge unsealed a court filing that gives insight into the federal election interference case against him. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Wisconsin for a campaign event with former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney. CBS News’ Nancy Cordes and Robert Costa have the latest on the 2024 race. Source
3 ex-Memphis officers convicted on some charges in Tyre Nichols case
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former federal prosecutor and president of West Coast Trial Lawyers, joins CBS News to unpack the verdicts. Source
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats. Source
Biden speaks in Georgia after surveying Helene damage
President Biden spoke in Ray City, Georgia, Thursday afternoon after surveying damage from Hurricane Helene in both the Peach State and Florida. Mr. Biden stressed there are no Democrats and Republicans in situations like this and promised to be there until things are restored. The president also spoke of how he ordered resources to be put in place before Helene’s landfall and vowed to help the Southeast get back on its feet. Source
How much will a $60,000 home equity loan cost per month now that rates are cut?
Homeowners looking for $60,000 worth of extra money should consider their home equity. Here’s what it costs now. Source
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here’s what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike’s impact on bathroom tissue supplies. Source
Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization. Source
10/3: CBS News 24/7 Episode 2
Israel extends evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon; Jurors in federal trial for Tyre Nichols’ murder receive instructions from judge before start of deliberations. Source
Why mortgage rates rose after initially falling
Mortgage rates dropped after the Fed’s interest rate cut announcement in September. Although rates appear to have slightly risen since dropping to a record two-year low, experts still believe they will trend down if the U.S. economy remains stable. Bankrate’s Mark Hamrick joins CBS News with more. Source