U.S. officials are reportedly concerned about a ransomware attack against the 2020 election. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” to discuss how cities and towns across the country are protecting their information. Source
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Dorian expected to pack “triple-threat of dangers” to Florida’s east coast
The storm is on track to make landfall early Monday as a powerful Category 4 hurricane Source
Inspector General report finds former FBI director James Comey violated policies
The Justice Department said former FBI director James Comey violated department policy by leaking memos about private conversations he had with President Trump in 2017. In an 83-page report released on Thursday, the Inspector General criticized Comey for setting “a dangerous example.” Information from the leaked memos eventually led to the appointment of special counsel Robert Mueller. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to discuss why the former FBI director isn’t expected to face charges. Source
Joe Biden continues campaign swing through South Carolina
Former Vice President Joe Biden spent Thursday campaigning across South Carolina, marking his second day trying to win over voters in the Palmetto State this week. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter LaCrai Mitchell joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” to discuss how voters are reacting to Biden’s messages. Source
“Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek recovering after chemotherapy
Alex Trebek announced some good news Thursday: His chemotherapy treatment has ended and he’s now “on the mend” and back to work at “Jeopardy!” Source
Suspect arrested for plotting NYC attack in the name of ISIS
Officials said in a statement that there is currently no public safety issue as a result of the arrest Source
Immigrant children getting medical care in the U.S. can face deportation
Due to a change in policy by the Trump administration, hundreds of immigrant children receiving medical care are facing possible deportation. The children are here legally and many suffer from serious diseases including cancer. Errol Barnett reports on one family’s struggle. Source
Florida residents preparing ahead of Hurricane Dorian
President Trump canceled a weekend visit to Poland to focus on the federal storm response to Hurricane Dorian. Across Florida, people are preparing as well. David Begnaud reports. Source
Kirsten Gillibrand becomes first senator to exit 2020 race
New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is the first active U.S. senator to drop out of the 2020 Democratic primary. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN’s Reena Ninan to discuss how that impacts the race to the White House. Source
8/29/19: Red and Blue
Busy weeks ahead for Congressional lawmakers; President Trump launching the U.S. Space Command. Source