CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports joins CBSN’s “Red and Blue” to discuss the details he’s learned about Iran’s missile strikes on U.S. forces at two Iraqi bases. Source
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Pence says Americans can “rest easier” despite Iranian missile attacks
One day after Iran targeted two Iraqi bases, Vice President Mike Pence sat down with “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell. He said Americans can “rest easier,” despite the strikes. Source
Ukrainian jet crashed minutes after takeoff
A Ukrainian passenger jet carrying 176 people crashed in Iran, killing everyone on board. There are questions about whether the plane had mechanical issues or was shot down. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
“Crisis in the Middle East: Fears of War”
CBSN will air the one-hour special on January 8 at 8 p.m., 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. ET. Source
Pence says Americans are “safer today” after Soleimani’s death
Pence spoke with “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell the day after Iran launched a missile strike on Iraqi bases. Source
Mike Lee lambasts briefing on Soleimani strike as “worst” he’s received
The Utah Republican said administration officials told the Senate not to debate further military intervention in Iran, a suggestion he called “un-American,” “unconstitutional” and “wrong.” Source
Trae Young cancels over $1 million of medical debt
“I hope these families can find a bit of relief knowing that their bills have been taken care of as we enter the New Year,” he said. Source
2020 Daily Trail Markers: The Iowa caucuses, in all their weird glory
If you’re looking for a refresher on how the complex process works, or learning about it for the first time, CBS News has a primer for you Source
2 GOP senators say they’d back Democrats’ war powers resolution
Republican Senators Mike Lee and Rand Paul say they will support Democrats in a resolution to limit President Trump’s war powers. Lee called Wednesday’s briefing on Iran from top Trump administration officials the worst in his nine years in Congress. CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe has the latest reaction from Capitol Hill. Source
Wednesday’s Quick Hits: Derrick Henry’s ‘Why Not Us?’ Mindset, Marcus Mariota as Lamar Jackson, and the Titans Injury Report
Linebacker Jayon Brown (shoulder), receiver Adam Humphries (ankle), cornerback Adoree’ Jackson (foot), and linebacker Kamalei Correa (illness) did not practice on Wednesday for the Titans. Source