Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has been filled with controversial statements, but none have managed to curtail his momentum in the race for the GOP nomination. Will that change after his comments on women and abortion? “Face the Nation” moderator John Dickerson weighs in. Source
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Why allergy season is getting longer, more intense
Pollen is expected to pile up early this year. Higher temperatures, more rain and El Niño winds may contribute to a perfect storm for allergies. Experts believe climate change is making the season about three weeks longer and more intense. Dr. Neeta Ogden, allergist and spokesperson for the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss who could expect the worst allergies and how to prepare. Source
Blocking middle seats on planes reduces virus exposure, study says
The study does not take into account the use of face masks or passengers vaccinated against COVID-19. Source
Blood clots more likely in people with COVID-19 infections than vaccines, study shows
Research from Oxford University in England has new data regarding the rate of blood clotting cases in COVID-19 patients and vaccine recipients. The study, which has not been peer-reviewed yet, shows that the particular blood clot which was studied is eight to ten times more common in people who experience a COVID-19 infection than in people who were inoculated. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to explain the latest development. Source
Why the CDC declared racism a public health threat
Bill Whitaker reports on how discrimination has resulted in Black Americans being prone to more serious diseases. See the report, Sunday on 60 Mintues. Source
Is Donald Trump avoiding foreign policy?
Republican front-runner Donald Trump has been scrutinized for flip-flopping on foreign policy issues. The New York Times calls his policy “dangerous,” and others say he avoided the terror threat discussion last week by attacking rival Ted Cruz’s wife. With more on the Trump strategy, USA Radio Network chief political correspondent Scottie Nell Hughes joins CBSN. Source
Capitol Hill gunman shot at visitor center
Authorities will charge a man for bringing a weapon to the Capitol building’s visitor center on Monday. The man pulled a gun at the security checkpoint of the center, where he was shot shortly after. The gunman is in stable condition. CBS News’ Kris Van Cleave has more on the story. Source
Obama slams media coverage of 2016 race
President Obama blamed the media for the dramatic 2016 presidential race. With analysis, Major Garrett discusses the president’s harsh words. Source
GOP battle in Wisconsin primary
Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz will try to take down Donald Trump in Wisconsin in next Tuesday’s primary. The race has tightened in Wisconsin after Trump and Cruz attacked one another’s spouses on social media. The scuffle has been considered a low point in the 2016 GOP race. With more, CBS’ Major Garrett joins CBSN. Source
What you really need to know about your physician
The new cover story in Consumer Reports out Tuesday is called, “What you don’t know about your doctor could hurt you.” The magazine reports how “thousands of doctors across the U.S. are on medical probation for reasons including drug abuse, sexual misconduct and making careless — sometimes deadly — mistakes. But they are still out there practicing.” Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the investigation and offers tips on choosing the right doctor. Source