Tennis superstar Rafael Nadal spoke with Norah O’Donnell about his support for Simone Biles, who has pulled out of several events at the Tokyo Olympics, citing her mental health. Watch the interview Tuesday on the “CBS Evening News.” Source
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Rafael Nadal says he “100%” supports Simone Biles
“She achieved amazing things, and I am sure she will be back,” the tennis star said. Source
NLRB officer recommends new vote in Amazon union effort
The recommendation is preliminary and a final decision could take weeks. Source
Cybersecurity expert weighs in on hack of U.S. prosecutors
The Justice Department found that some of the nation’s most prominent federal prosecutors had their email accounts hacked last year during the Solarwinds cyber espionage campaign. Maurice Turner, a cybersecurity fellow with The Alliance For Securing Democracy, joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano to discuss. Source
Democrats urge stronger car safety standard in infrastructure bill
In a series of stories that began airing in 2015, CBS News revealed that when hit from behind, car front seats may collapse backwards and their occupants can be propelled — forcefully — into the rear seats where children usually sit. Source
Delta variant drives nationwide COVID surge
A rise in COVID cases across the country, primarily fueled by the Delta variant, is raising alarm. This comes as Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who has been vaccinated, said he has tested positive for the coronavirus and has mild symptoms. Mireya Villarreal shares the latest. Source
New York City struggles to manage homeless crisis
New York City is trying to manage its homeless crisis less than one month before the state’s eviction moratorium is set to expire. Since May, city cleanup crews have removed dozens of homeless encampments in an effort to push people off the streets and into shelters. New York Times metro reporter Andy Newman joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano to discuss. Source
U.S. to continue migrant expulsion policy indefinitely
By citing a public health law, U.S. officials at the southern border have been able to expel migrants to Mexico or their home countries without allowing them to apply for humanitarian refuge. Source
Simone Biles to compete in balance beam finals at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles plans to return to competition in the beam finals after she pulled out of several other Olympic events. The U.S. Women’s National Team suffered a shocking defeat against Canada’s soccer team in the semi-finals. Jamie Yuccas has more details. Source
ASPCA faces criticism from local animal welfare groups
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, commonly known as ASPCA, raises hundreds of millions each year to rescue and protect animals. A CBS News investigation looked into the charity’s spending. Jim Axelrod reports. Source