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CBS Evening News, March 17, 2022

Civilian deaths rise from brutal Russian siege in Ukraine; Doctor from Ukraine turns to patients for help amid war

3/17: Red and Blue

Changes for Biden's COVID response leadership; Pfizer CEO on politics and vaccine development

Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID shot

U.S. health officials currently recommend a primary series of two doses of the Moderna vaccine and a booster dose months later.

Special Report: Ukraine's President Zelenskyy addresses U.S. Congress

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke via video to the U.S. Congress, calling for more sanctions on Russia, additional military support and a no-fly zone as Ukraine fights the Russian invasion. "We are fighting for the values of Europe and the world," he said. Gayle King and Tony Dokoupil anchor CBS News Special Report coverage.

World leaders visit heart of warzone in Kyiv

The prime ministers of Poland, Czech Republic and Slovenia visited Kyiv, Ukraine, on Tuesday. Plus, peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are said to be moving forward. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab gives an update from Lviv, Ukraine.

Trump slams Republican representatives from South Carolina

Former President Trump held a rally in South Carolina over the weekend in support of the challengers to Republican Representatives Nancy Mace and Tom Rice. Meg Kinnard, a politics reporter for The Associated Press, joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss the political dynamics.

Biden sending additional aid to Ukraine following Zelenskyy's plea to Congress

President Biden announced the U.S. will send an addition $800 million in security aid to Ukraine. He made the announcement hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave a speech to Congress, pleading for more help. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins "Red & Blue" from Lviv, Ukraine, to discuss the impact the aid will have on Ukraine as Russia's assault on the country rages on.

Impact of the 2022 midterm election on the Senate

Thirty-five Senate seats are up for grabs in the 2022 midterms, and with the Senate currently split 50-50, the November election is crucial for control of the chamber. CBS News Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster join "Red & Blue" to break down the upcoming primaries and how both parties are gearing up to try and take control of the Senate.

What Republicans and Democrats in Congress will do for Ukraine after Zelenskyy's address

CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Politico Magazine contributing editor Elise Labott join "Red & Blue" to discuss how Republicans and Democrats are looking to support Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's moving virtual address to Congress.

Trucking industry hit hard by rising fuel costs

Record diesel prices are stalling the trucking industry. The costs are trickling down through the economy. Errol Barnett reports.