The governors of Texas and Mississippi are rolling back most COVID-19 restrictions in their states and lifting mask mandates. Also, six Democratic New York lawmakers are now pushing for the impeachment of Governor Andrew Cuomo. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
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U.N. unveils “Pandemic Classroom” in call for schools to reopen
168 empty desks, each “representing 1 million children living in countries where schools have been almost entirely closed,” highlights “worrying” impact on much more than education. Source
House Democrats charge ahead with bills likely to stall Senate
The House is expected to vote on an election reform bill this week, but that measure is unlikely to pass in the Senate. Source
Capitol Police beef up security over “concerning” conspiracy theory
Some conspiracy theorists believe former President Donald Trump will retake power on March 4, which marked Inauguration Day for presidents prior to 1933. Source
Creighton basketball coach apologizes for “plantation” remark
Greg McDermott urged players to “stay on the plantation” after loss to Xavier. The private Jesuit school called the analogy “deplorable.” Source
Adam Schiff wants to “reset” the House Intelligence Committee
On the “Intelligence Matters” podcast this week, host Michael Morell talks with the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Source
Iraq military base used by U.S. troops hit in rocket attack
No immediate word on casualties after at least 10 rockets target Ain al-Asad base, the same one hit last year in confrontation between U.S. and Iran-backed militias. Source
ISIS claims killing of 3 female journalists in Afghanistan
The ISIS claim of responsibility contradicted an accusation by the Afghan government that the Taliban carried out the murders. Source
Search warrant executed for “black box” from Tiger Woods’ SUV
The golfing legend suffered serious injuries to his lower right leg, ankle and foot when the vehicle was in a rollover crash. Source
Neera Tanden withdraws nomination to lead Office of Management and Budget
President Biden’s pick to lead the Office of Management and Budget, Neera Tanden, withdrew her nomination Tuesday. Tanden’s nomination had faced heavy opposition in the Senate and her nomination appeared to be in doubt. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano to discuss. Source