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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders military-wide "stand down" to address extremism within ranks

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered a "stand down" during which the military will pause other activities to focus on addressing extremism and white nationalism within its ranks. More than 20 current or former military members have been arrested in connection with the assault on the U.S. Capitol. Washington Post reporter Missy Ryan joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
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