Rep. Tom Suozzi, a Democrat who represented New York’s 3rd district from 2017 until 2023, will win Tuesday’s special election for the same seat, left vacant by ousted GOP Rep. George Santos, CBS News projects. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott Macfarlane reports. Source
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CDC contemplates eliminating 5-day COVID isolation rule
In a significant shift, the CDC is reported to be considering the removal of the five-day isolation recommendation for COVID-positive people, aligning more closely with guidelines for the flu and other respiratory diseases. Source
How inflation is falling but slower than experts anticipated
Following new cost of living data revealing a slower-than-anticipated cooling in inflation and with the Consumer Price Index up 3.1% from the previous year, stocks faced significant losses. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about what’s driving these numbers. Source
House Republicans impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in historic vote
Alejandro Mayorkas becomes the first Cabinet member impeached since 1876 as House Republicans narrowly succeed in their bid, citing his handling of the border crisis. Meanwhile, Democrats claim there is insufficient evidence of wrongdoing. Source
Democrats seize George Santos’ former seat in pivotal house flip
In a significant political victory, Democrat Tom Suozzi reclaims his former congressional district, replacing ousted New York Congressman George Santos in a big win Source
Mayorkas is first cabinet member to be impeached since 1876
The House of Representatives voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas Tuesday by a slim majority after a failed first attempt last week. The effort will move to the Senate, which seems unlikely to convict and remove Mayorkas from office. CBS News senior White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more. Source
Should CDC cut the 5-day COVID isolation guidelines? Experts weigh in.
The CDC is reportedly weighing a revision to COVID-19 guidance which could allow people who test positive to return to work sooner. Source
Meet Prabowo Subianto, who’s likely to be Indonesia’s next president
It’s taken him 3 tries, but former Indonesian army commander Prabowo Subianto looks set to become president of the Muslim world’s largest democracy. Source
Emaciated endangered whale found dead on Oregon shore
With so many visible signs of distress, officials believe they may know what led to the young and endangered 46-foot-long fin whale’s death. Source
Russia jails U.S. man on sex abuse claims that were rejected in Texas
Texas authorities dismissed abuse claims made by David Barnes’ Russian ex-wife during an acrimonious divorce, but a Moscow court found him guilty. Source