Shanahan’s expected nomination to become defense secretary was on track “even of this morning,” an administration official told CBS News Source
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Google commits $1 billion to ease housing crisis in the Bay Area
CEO Sundar Pichai said the internet company will pave the way for 20,000 new homes in the region over the next decade Source
Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan withdraws nomination amid domestic violence claims
Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan is withdrawing from the confirmation process after accusations of domestic violence by his ex-wife. Secretary of the Army Mark Esper will be taking his place. This comes as the Pentagon also announced it will be sending 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN with more. Source
Shanahan out as defense chief after reports of domestic incidents
Shanahan faced scrutiny over several domestic incidents involving members of his family several years ago Source
Facebook unveils plans for Libra cryptocurrency
Facebook is jumping into the cryptocurrency market. The company unveiled a new digital currency called Libra on Tuesday. It will be used on a blockchain-based system called Calibra, which will oversee security of users’ financial data. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins CBSN with details. Source
Why Stonehenge “waste material” may be “Holy Grail” for geologists
No one really knows how or why Stonehenge was created — but this cylinder of rock could provide some answers Source
How to get married without breaking the bank
Last year, couples spent an average of nearly $34,000 tying the knot Source
Gillibrand urges Congress to limit funds for migrant children shelters
Lawmakers are currently negotiating new funding for the agency which takes care of migrant children in U.S. custody Source
Ruth Bader Ginsburg earns MTV Movie & TV Award
RBG had some tough competition in the category — including Serena Williams Source
3 things to watch for from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday
Investors increasingly expect the central bank to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 Source