Thousands gathered in dozens of rallies nationwide to protest the administration’s killing of Soleimani and the decision to send more troops to the Middle East. Paula Reid reports. Source
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“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, January 4, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Reena Ninan.” Source
Thousands attend Soleimani’s funeral in Baghdad
Thousands flooded the streets of Baghdad promising to carry on Qassem Soleimani’s legacy. Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani promised revenge, saying America “will see the consequences of their mistake not only today but in years to come.” Ian Lee reports from Baghdad. Source
Department of Homeland Security increases domestic security measures
The Department of Homeland Security says it’s looking at potential new threats against the U.S. and that it “stands ready.” Local police forces are also working to keep people safe. Kenneth Craig reports. Source
Democratic candidates show mixed reactions to the killing of Soleimani
The 2020 Democratic presidential candidates condemned the killing of Soleimani, but some warned that the decision to assassinate him could lead to war. Nikole Killion reports. Source
Steyer talks climate change and foreign policy on tour of Iowa
Steyer spoke with CBS News in an exclusive interview during his five-day bus tour through Iowa, criticizing other Democrats on climate change and weighing in on foreign policy. Source
Game Inactives | Titans-Patriots AFC Wild Card Game
Titans inactive players for Saturday’s AFC Wild Card game between the Titans and Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Source
T.S. Eliot’s love letters unveiled 50 years after muse’s death
The poet had a statement prepared for the unveiling, which came over 50 years after his death, saying the woman he wrote to “would have killed the poet in me.” Source
Congress notified of Soleimani strike under War Powers Act
Thousands of people marched in Baghdad on Saturday in a funeral procession for Qassem Soleimani. Source
Rose McGowan defends tweet apologizing to Iran after airstrike
“We want peace with your nation. We are being held hostage by a terrorist regime. We do not know how to escape. Please do not kill us,” McGowan said after Qassem Soleimani was killed in an airstrike. Source