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Security ramped up ahead of possible Trump arrest
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Former President Donald Trump was not indicted Tuesday, as he had predicted would happen, but security around the Manhattan courthouse where he would likely turn himself in if he were to be arrested has been beefed up. The grand jury probing alleged hush money payments has nearly completed its work, sources told CBS News. Robert Costa has the latest.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping for a second day of talks, this time focusing on the war in Ukraine. Xi said China remains impartial and stands on the side of peace. Ramy Inocencio has more.
LAUSD schools closed as workers go on strike
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Seven Virigina deputies and two hospital workers are facing murder charges in the death of 28-year-old Irvo Otieno. New surveillance video shows the moments leading up to his death. CBS News Chief National Affairs and Justice Correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBS News to discuss.
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Nearly half a million students are out of the classroom in Los Angeles due to a three-day strike. Carter Evans joins John Dickerson to discuss.
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