Grassley blocks 2 Trump nominees over refusal to explain watchdog firings
The top Republican has been unsatisfied with the White House's explanation for the firings of internal watchdogs.
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Trump lauds Facebook, slams Twitter
While Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has defended their taken a hands-off approach, Twitter's recent decision to attach warnings and fact-checks to presidential tweets has earned the platform a powerful enemy. New York Times technology reporter Mike Isaac joins CBSN to discuss his most recent article.
Pelosi raises concerns over "militarization" of D.C. in letter to Trump
Pelosi questioned the deployment of unidentified federal law enforcement officers in the nation's capital.
GOP senator sides with Mattis, says she's "struggling" with Trump support
The Alaska senator said Mattis' statement was "true, honest and necessary and overdue."
Former Defense Secretary James Mattis denounces Trump
"Donald Trump is the first president in my lifetime who does not try to unite the American people — does not even pretend to try," Mattis wrote.
Americans' views shift on racial discrimination - CBS News poll
Over the years, CBS News has asked Americans if there's been real progress in ending racial discrimination.
Former presidents react to George Floyd's death
Every former living president has now issued a statement on the death of George Floyd. New charges against the officers involved in the incident which led to his death were also filed Wednesday. CBS News' Natalie Brand, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and Washington Post political reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Obama calls for change amid Floyd protests
"I want you to know that you matter, I want you to know that your lives matter, that your dreams matter," he said, addressing young Americans of color.
McEnany compares Trump's church visit to Churchill moment
The White House pinned responsibility for clearing out the perimeter near the White House squarely on Attorney General Bill Barr.
Defense chief opposes sending troops to quell protests
Esper's comments contradicted President Trump, who threatened to deploy the military to quell protests on Monday.
After staff walkout, Zuckerberg backs no action on Trump posts
Employees and civil-rights leaders are denouncing the Facebook CEO's decision to leave Trump's posts alone.
Snapchat will stop promoting President Trump's account
"We will not amplify voices who incite racial violence and injustice," the company said.
McConnell blocks resolution condemning Trump's response to protests
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer attempted to pass the resolution by unanimous consent.
Trump says he only went to "inspect" underground bunker
The president also claimed he visited the bunker in the afternoon, not in the evening, when the scene outside became more chaotic.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's protest response
About 19% of Americans haven't heard enough about Mr. Trump's response whereas about 42% said they have not heard enough from Biden.
Brian Miller confirmed as pandemic special inspector general
Miller will oversee a $500 billion Treasury fund.
Clyburn: Trump has contributed to American carnage
South Carolina Representative Jim Clyburn told CBSN's "Red & Blue" on Tuesday that President Trump has "contributed" to "American carnage" more than any president in his lifetime.
Trump, Biden differ in responses to protests
While Joe Biden spoke about healing the country, President Trump touted the use of "overwhelming force" and domination in the nation's capital on Monday. CBS News campaign reporter Nicole Sganga and CBS News political contributor Leslie Sanchez join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the Trump campaign's latest strategies.
CBS News poll on police treatment
According to a new CBS News poll, 57% of Americans think police generally treat whites better than blacks. The poll also suggests that Americans see more division than unity in President Trump's tweets. Anthony Salvanto, CBS News elections and surveys director, joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the findings.
Rep. Clyburn on protests, Biden and Trump
Congressman Jim Clyburn, a Democrat from South Carolina, joined CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Minnesota's decision to bring civil rights charges against the Minneapolis Police Department, and he weighs in on how Joe Biden and President Trump are responding to nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd.
Barr was part of order to expand White House safety perimeter
Protesters in front of the White House on Monday were pushed out of the area before Trump visited nearby St. John's Church.
Facebook employees protest Zuckerberg's inaction
The protests come after Mark Zuckerberg opted not to take action against President Trump's inflammatory posts about protests.
Reverend says she was tear-gassed so Trump could "look Christian"
"I was coughing with tear gas in my clergy collar," Reverend Gini Gerbasi told CBS affiliate WUSA.
Catholic archbishop: Trump visit violates "religious principles"
Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said he found it "baffling and reprehensible" that any Catholic institution would allow itself to be misused.
What is the Insurrection Act, and can Trump use it against protests?
President Trump said he would send the military to states if local officials can't stop violence — can he legally do that?
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Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
El-Sayed's faith, family under scrutiny in campaign. Here's what we know.
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Ship burns as Iran claims 3 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
Judge rejects DOJ's push to force California to set aside ballots
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Classified material missing from Epstein files, documents suggest
Experts react to new findings on CTE in former NFL players
