Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 1129

The Uplift: A tractor trip and TikTok surprise

A 76-year-old takes an 1,800-mile road trip on his tractor – for a good reason. A TikTok star uses his platform for kind gestures and surprises. A horse farm in New York City helps veterans and people with disabilities. Plus, our most viral, heartwarming videos of the week.

Justice Department investigating border program in Texas over alleged civil rights violations

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into a Texas border security initiative following allegations of civil rights violations. Perla Trevizo, a reporter for the ProPublica and Texas Tribune investigative unit, joined CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss her reporting on this issue.

Less than one month until Michigan primary elections

Michigan voters will head to the polls to elect a governor and representatives. But even before ballots are cast in the primary elections, there have been winners, losers and drama. CBS News political unit associate producer Aaron Navarro and political reporter for CBS affiliate WWMT Rachel Louise Just join "Red and Blue" to discuss the upcoming gubernatorial race.

Las Vegas home prices drop for first time in over 2 years

Home prices in Las Vegas have dropped for the first time in over two years. According to the Las Vegas Review Journal, increasing mortgage rates and decreasing home sales are causing the trend. Eli Segall, a real estate reporter for the Las Vegas Review Journal, joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss.

Global impact of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's resignation

There are questions about the political future of the U.K. after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from London. Then Hilary Fordwich, a global business consultant and British commentator and expert, joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss.

Congressman Brad Schneider on Highland Park shooting

Congressman Brad Schneider represents Highland Park, Illinois, and was at the community's Fourth of July parade when a gunman opened fire. He joins CBS News' Lana Zak to talk about his experience and what leaders can do to address gun violence.

Texas home energy bills skyrocket

According to the Texas Tribune, many customers in the state are paying at least 50% more for electricity than they did this time last year. Mitchell Ferman, an energy and economy reporter for the Texas Tribune, joins CBS News' Lana Zak to talk about why natural gas is driving up electric bills in Texas.

Georgia grand jury seeks testimony from 7 Trump allies

A grand jury in Georgia is seeking to compel seven allies of former President Trump to testify in the investigation into his efforts to overturn the state's 2020 election results. Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tia Mitchell joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the subpoenas.

White House says Biden read WNBA star Brittney Griner's letter

The White House says President Biden has read WNBA star Brittney Griner's hand-written plea for help to get out of Russia, but there still is no word that the U.S. is any closer to securing her release following her arrest on the accusation of attempted drug smuggling. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has details about the mounting pressure on the Biden Administration to bring her home.

Biden awards the Medal of Honor to four Vietnam veterans

Nearly half a century after the end of the Vietnam war, President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four veterans for their service. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.