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Top lawmakers to get security briefing ahead of far-right rally at the Capitol

The U.S. Capitol Police chief is briefing House and Senate leaders today, ahead of a rally planned for Saturday by far-right groups who say they want “justice” for people charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what to expect from the briefing, plus what House Democrats and Republicans will likely ask the Secretary of State during a hearing about the U.S.’s withdrawal from Afghanistan. Source

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Heavy rain and summer heat cause mosquito surge in U.S.

Heavy rain and hotter temperatures in many parts of the U.S. this summer have brought out billions of floodwater mosquitoes. Michael Raupp, an entomologist and a professor emeritus from the University of Maryland, joined “CBSN AM” to discuss the best defenses against mosquitoes and the health concerns associated with them. Source

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New York City students return to school with mask rules in place

The country’s largest school district returns to in-person learning today. Students and staff will be required to wear masks and teachers must receive at least their first vaccine dose by September 27. Dr. Julie Morita, executive vice president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and a former member of the Biden administration’s transition advisory board, joins “CBSN AM” to discuss keeping kids safe amid the pandemic. Source

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California recall election down to final hours of campaigning

California Governor Gavin Newsom is making a final push in the state’s recall election, as voters continue to turn in their ballots. Anthony Pura reports from Los Angeles, and then CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins “CBSN AM” to break down the latest details. Source

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