More than 1.5 million Americans filed for unemployment last week. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what the latest numbers mean and what soaring retail sales could indicate for an economic recovery. Source
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Supreme Court blocks Trump effort to end DACA program
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that the Trump administration’s attempt to dismantle an Obama-era program that protects young undocumented immigrants from deportation was unlawful. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN to explain the ruling. Source
N.J. congressman on police reform and how Camden reinvented its police force
As activists and lawmakers push for major police reform, one New Jersey city offers an example of what meaningful change can actually look like. Less than a decade ago, Camden was one of the most dangerous cities in the U.S., but crime has dropped since it disbanded and rebuilt its police force. Rep. Donald Norcross, who represents New Jersey’s first district, including the city of Camden, joined CBSN to discuss what those changes entailed. Source
Criminal law expert calls for “reimagination” and “dismantling” of policing in America
“The entire police function in this country has been built on this model of using force unnecessarily,” Professor Angela Davis told “Face the Nation”‘s Margaret Brennan. Source
Muslim celebrities
In the aftermath of Donald Trump’s controversial executive action, a look at the major athletes, musicians and public figures who follow the religion of Islam Source
Pelosi orders removal of portraits of Confederate predecessors
The House will remove the portraits from the Capitol on Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. Source
Schiff: Bolton “putting profit above country” with new Trump book
“You could certainly question — and I think should question — John Bolton’s patriotism in withholding the information during an impeachment proceeding,” Re. Adam Schiff said. Source
Andrew Cuomo: The federal government should “own” the pandemic crisis
Preview: The New York Governor tells Jane Pauley that the federal government has exhibited “schizophrenia” in their response to the coronavirus Source
Supreme Court blocks Trump effort to wind down DACA program
Chief Justice John Roberts delivered the opinion for the court. Source
Is it safe to go to the dentist amid COVID-19?
All 50 states are now allowing routine dental care, like teeth cleanings and cavity fillings after months of handling only emergencies. But dentistry is considered one of the highest-risk professions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Tara Narula shows “CBS This Morning” how dentists are adapting to help keep staff and patients safe. She also discusses what safety measures should be in place at any doctor’s office. Source