U.S. Nears 150,000 Deaths; 22 States Rise in Cases

Trump back to touting unproven drug as “safe” despite overwhelming research that shows it is not effective.

MLB postpones Miami Marlins games this week amid virus outbreak.

Russia to approve virus vaccine despite safety concerns. Countries that once contained virus now see major outbreaks. Infectious Disease Expert: Antigen tests key to containing virus.  

Attorney General William Barr spars with Democratic lawmakers in contentious hearing: “I don’t agree that there’s systemic racism” in police departments “generally in this county.” Democratic congresswoman accuses Barr of double standard: Federal forces only used when protesters oppose Trump.  

Joe Biden says he will choose Vice President next week.  

Mitch McConnell: “Goal” of slashing $600 check is to prevent people from making more on unemployment than working. 

GOP Coronavirus Bill includes $1.75B for new FBI building; Location one block from Trump hotel, possible site for hotel 

To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices