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Why cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women don’t receive national attention

According to the Department of Justice, studies indicate the murder rate for Indigenous women is ten times higher than the national average. Still, the cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women rarely garner attention across the U.S. Connie Walker, investigative journalist and host of the podcast “Stolen: The Search for Jermain,” joined CBSN to discuss the ongoing crisis. Source

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Biden’s infrastructure bill in jeopardy as House prepares to vote

A key piece of President Biden’s agenda is coming under fire from some fellow Democrats. Progressive members of the House say they will not support the president’s infrastructure bill unless the evenly-divided Senate passes a separate $3.5 trillion infrastructure bill. Christina Ruffini reports. Source

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20 million Americans eligible for third Pfizer shot

The White House says 20 million Americans are now eligible for a third shot of the Pfizer vaccine. Those who are 65 or older, at an increased risk for exposure or have high-risk conditions are among the eligible. CDC Director Rochelle Walensky overruled an advisory panel and approved a booster shot for frontline workers, including health care workers and teachers. Michael George has the latest. Source

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