FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. He defended the bureau amid criticism from Republican lawmakers. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest from Capitol Hill. Source
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How will the war in Ukraine impact the 2024 election?
President Biden hasn’t been shy about his long-term commitment to Ukraine in its war with Russia, but former President Donald Trump and other Republicans have expressed reservations about the current U.S. foreign policy. Delaware Sen. Chris Coons, Foreign Relations Committee member and close Biden ally joins “America Decides” to discuss how the war in Ukraine could impact the 2024 election. Source
Fox News sued for defamation by two-time Trump voter
Two-time Trump voter Ray Epps is suing Fox News for claiming he was an undercover FBI agent responsible for the mob that violently broke into the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Source
Biden promises NATO will stay unified in support for Ukraine
President Biden said that allies would not waver in their defense of Ukraine during a speech at the NATO summit on Wednesday. Nations in the alliance pledged more support for the country. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports from Finland. Source
3 types of bank accounts everyone should have
With these three bank accounts, you can make your money work for you to help reach your financial goals. Source
Reverse mortgage mistakes to avoid
Thinking of getting a reverse mortgage? Don’t make these common mistakes. Source
Travelers save money on flights by “skiplagging,” but there are risks
Some savvy travelers save money by using this tricky approach to book tickets. Here’s why airlines hate — and prohibit — it. Source
“Succession” gets 27 Emmy nominations, “Ted Lasso” leads comedies with 21
Nominations for the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards were unveiled Wednesday. “Succession” hauled in the most nominations of any series, scoring 27 nods in total. “Ted Lasso” led the way for comedy shows with 21 nominations. “Entertainment Tonight” host Kevin Frazier joined CBS News to talk about the other shows up for awards. Source
Former Broadway actor James Beeks acquitted of Jan. 6 charges
James Beeks, of Florida, was arrested in 2021, while he was appearing in a production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Source
Longtime Oilers/Titans Owner Bud Adams Named a Semifinalist in the Coach/Contributor Category for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Former Oilers receiver/return man Billy “White Shoes” Johnson has also moved to the semifinalist round for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024. Long-time Titans scout C.O. Brocato, who worked 40 years with the Oilers/Titans organization, also made the list of those advancing for consideration. Source