“More layers of protection are so important,” Dr. Neeta Ogden said on CBSN. “It’s not just Pence, it’s the team that he’s traveling with, it’s the exposure on a daily basis.” Source
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Rihanna apologizes to Muslims for song in fashion show
After several people pointed out that the song includes a narration of sacred text, Rihanna and the artist behind the song posted on social media. Source
Goldman’s new pay plan helps bankers dodge taxes
Critics including Donald Trump have bashed “carried interest” as a tax loophole for the rich. Now Goldman wants in on the game. Source
Doctor on FDA’s COVID vaccine guidelines and VP debate safety
The FDA has issued guidelines for coronavirus vaccine manufacturers which make it extremely unlikely that a vaccine will be approved before Election Day. And there’s ongoing concern about the COVID-19 outbreak affecting President Trump and top White House aides. Internal medicine specialist and immunologist Dr. Neeta Ogden joins CBSN to talk about the latest. Source
Thousands flee homes as deaths mount in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict
An official says 90% of the women and children in the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh have been displaced by the fighting, amid warnings of a wider regional war. Source
Latino history museum fights for spot on the National Mall
“The National Mall is the frontline of our nation. It is where every story is told. To do anything less would dishonor 500 years of U.S. Latino history,” said museum advocate Estuardo Rodriguez. Source
Politics professor previews Pence-Harris vice presidential debate
COVID-19 safety protocols are being stepped up ahead of the first and only vice presidential debate in Salt Lake City Wednesday night between Vice President Mike Pence and Democratic nominee Senator Kamala Harris. The coronavirus is expected to be a top issue during the debate. Professor Larry Sabato, director of the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia, joined CBSN to discuss. Source
Victims’ families react to Trump saying not to be afraid of COVID
Many Americans whose loved ones could not afford the same care as the president are angered by Trump’s message. Source
“Disrespected and unheard”: COVID-19 victims’ families react to Trump’s statements on virus
After leaving the hospital Monday, President Donald Trump told Americans not to be afraid of the coronavirus and not to “let it dominate” their lives. His recent words and actions have offended and upset the families of those who have lost loved ones to the virus. David Begnaud reports. Source
Analysis: Millions have already voted — what we’ve learned so far
How will the sky-high rates of early voting affect what election night looks like as the votes are being counted? Source