At least 11 Republican-led states are ending increased unemployment benefits following a disappointing jobs report. President Biden insists government benefits aren’t keeping people out of work. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN’s Lana Zak with more on why they’re leaving the program. Source
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Tesla will no longer accept Bitcoin payments, citing environment
A 2019 study concluded that the entire Bitcoin network was responsible for up to 22.9 million tons of CO2 per year. Source
Israel strikes kill Hamas commanders as violence escalates
Israel hit Gaza’s tallest building as Hamas fired rockets into Israeli territory amid the worst fighting in years between the Israelis and Palestinians. Imtiaz Tyab reports. Source
Father and Son
A son fights to prove his father, a doctor, killed his mother, a noted scientist. But will his dad end up in prison? “48 Hours” correspondent Susan Spencer updates the case. | Read story Source
CBS News poll: How long have you known your closest friend?
A recent CBS News poll shows that most Americans have known their best friend for at least a decade. Source
After losing leadership role, Liz Cheney faces fight for her seat in Congress
After being stripped of her post as Republican conference chair, Representative Liz Cheney is facing a battle in Wyoming to keep her seat in Congress. Wyoming Public Radio news director Bob Beck joins “Red and Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with more on how local residents are reacting and the other Republicans hoping to challenge Cheney in her home state. Source
No injuries after two planes collide mid-air over Denver
The pilot of one plane was able to safely land the aircraft while the other deployed a parachute. Source
Biden holds meeting with top congressional leaders on infrastructure
President Biden met with Senate and House leaders at the White House to discuss infrastructure. The two sides are still far apart on any compromise. Nancy Cordes has more. Source
President Biden’s jobs plan could help California’s high-speed rail project
Officials in California are hoping to benefit from President Biden’s multi-trillion dollar infrastructure plan. In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond measure for a high-speed rail project. The goal is to connect the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles via rail. But costs for the project have ballooned, support has dwindled, and many are questioning if the full line will ever be completed. Debra Kahn, California bureau chief at Politico, joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source
Biden signs executive order to harden cybersecurity defenses
The move comes days after a major ransomware attack caused gas shortages in at least seven states. Source