They plan to offer over 50 amendments related to Afghanistan to the annual National Defense Authorization Act. Source
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Pope Francis takes a jab at America’s policy in Afghanistan
In a wide-ranging interview with Spanish radio, Francis said the U.S. withdrawal was “legitimate,” but could have been handled better. He also discusses his health after a recent surgery. Source
For the Taliban, taking over was easy. Running a country won’t be.
With Afghans scrabbling to get their cash out and even basic services like water and electricity at risk, the former insurgency is already looking for help, and getting it. Source
Paralympian stripped of gold medal for being 3 minutes late
Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli appeared to have won gold in the shot put but he was disqualified. Source
Live Updates: Ida’s remnants inundate Northeast
The deluge is being blamed for several deaths. Some highways resembled rivers. Mass transit all but ground to a halt in many areas. Source
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Tornadoes hit Maryland as Ida heads north; Pittsburgh Pirates on the 50th anniversary of historic lineup. Source
The Secrets of Chad Daybell’s Backyard
The Daybell children claim their father was framed for the murders of JJ and Tylee. “48 Hours” contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Source
Chad Daybell’s kids say authorities told them their mother was asphyxiated
Daybell is accused of murdering their mother, Tammy. A possible motive? To marry new wife Lori Vallow and collect insurance money. His children don’t believe it. Source
Chad Daybell’s kids claim he was “fooled in worst, most deadly way possible”
For the first time together, the five children of the accused child murderer defend their father who, along with his new wife, is charged with the 2019 murders of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. Source
Texas governor to sign restrictive voting bill as new documents stir Arizona election audit
New restrictions will be placed on voting in Texas once Governor Greg Abbott signs a new election bill into law. Meantime, the Arizona Senate is releasing new documents about the controversial election audit that’s currently underway in Maricopa County. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN “Red and Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest. Source