Our series A More Perfect Union aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. President Trump has sharply reduced the number of refugees who can legally enter the United States. Next year, the cap will be 18,000, the lowest since Congress established the Refugee Resettlement Program in 1980. The U.S. resettled nearly 85,000 refugees in 2016. Major Garrett traveled to one state where Republicans and Democrats are putting out the welcome mat. Source
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Virginia biochemist crowned Miss America after onstage experiment
“I’m not the beauty queen,” said Camille Schrier. “I’m the brand ambassador for this organization and I’m more than just someone with a crown on my head.” Source
Jennifer Lopez on Super Bowl halftime show: “Like winning the Oscar”
On “CBS Sunday Morning,” she also shares details about her upcoming performance Source
Violent explosion in Philadelphia levels row houses
Recovery efforts begin for victims of a massive fire and explosion at a home in Philadelphia. At least two people are presumed dead following Thursday’s blast. One witness described it sounding like a bomb went off. Don Dahler reports. Source
Eye Opener at 8: Pelosi and McConnell’s impeachment “impasse”
A look back at what we’ve been covering on “CBS This Morning.” Source
Homeless population rises for third year in a row
The increase is largely driven by California, where the Trump administration is mulling major changes. Source
Chicago baby kidnapped 55 years ago reportedly found
The mystery surrounding Paul Fronczak began in 1964 when a woman posing as a maternity ward nurse at the hospital took the baby to see the doctor Source
Behind the House Democrats’ strategy in holding up articles of impeachment
“60 Minutes” correspondent John Dickerson joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the delay in impeachment proceedings, as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggests she may wait to send articles of impeachment to the Senate. He also addresses the impact of Christianity Today’s op-ed, which calls for Mr. Trump to be removed from office, on the president’s Evangelical Christian base. Source
Boeing Starliner launches, paving way for astronauts
If the unpiloted test flight goes well, Boeing hopes to launch a crew to the space station in 2020. Source
Trump legislative director says president is “baffled” by Pelosi
On “The Takeout” podcast this week, Major Garrett speaks with White House legislative director Eric Ueland about the impeachment of President Trump. Source