“The Arctic is living proof that major environmental change need not proceed gradually over generations,” one expert told CBS News. Source
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Dr. Anthony Fauci urges Black community to get COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Anthony Fauci on Tuesday urged confidence in coronavirus vaccines during a conversation with leaders of a coalition of Black doctors, faith leaders and academics, saying, “I, myself, will be perfectly comfortable with taking the vaccine and I will recommend it for my family.” Watch more of his remarks here. Source
Local Matters: Georgia GOP sues Republican secretary of state over ballot counting process
Georgia’s Republican Party chairman and the Republican National Committee are suing Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger over alleged issues regarding ballot observer access during the state’s vote count for the 2020 presidential election. Tia Mitchell, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Washington correspondent, joins CBSN’s “Red and Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the lawsuit and the state’s critical Senate runoff races. Source
FDA analysis finds Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine meets “success criteria”
The U.K. began its nationwide vaccination program Tuesday and the U.S. could be right behind it. The Food and Drug Administration determined a clinical trial of the same Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine met the agency’s “success criteria.” Immunotherapy scientist Dr. Leo Nissola joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with the major takeaways. Source
Trump touts vaccines at summit, urging FDA to grant approval
The president spoke at a summit of public and private-sector stakeholders who will play crucial roles in distribution and administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Source
House passes defense bill with veto-proof margin as Trump threatens veto
President Trump has threatened to veto the legislation due to his frustrations over social media company protections. Source
U.S. prepares for coronavirus vaccine rollout as cases top 15 million
President Trump said the Food and Drug Administration is “just days away” from approving Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine for use in the U.S. — and that the government would immediately begin mass distribution. Adriana Diaz has the details. Source
14 fired or suspended following probe into Fort Hood soldier’s death
Firings and suspensions were announced following an investigation into a culture of discrimination, harassment and assault at Fort Hood. Source
California warns non-essential activity is a “serious risk”
The state’s regional lockdown affects millions of residents in Southern California and the San Joaquin Valley after the available ICU bed capacity in those areas dropped below 15%. Source
“Totally unacceptable”: Army secretary condemns command climate
The “CBS Evening News” spoke with Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy in an exclusive interview Monday. Source