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President Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who pushed back on claims about White genocide in South Africa.
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Trump, Ramaphosa clash over genocide claim
Differences between President Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa came to a head in a tense exchange in the Oval Office, as Mr. Trump confronted him over whether White genocide is taking place in South Africa. Mr. Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But many people there say it's simply not true. Weijia Jiang and Debora Patta have more.
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Study: Increasing hurricane damage likely
Less than two weeks from the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a new study says wind-related hurricane damage for homeowners living in southeastern coastal states could rise substantially in the coming decades. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Police say two more arrested over jailbreak
Louisiana State Police say two more people have been arrested for allegedly helping some of the 10 inmates who escaped from a jail last week. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more details.
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When one country gives another country a gift, they're also sending a message -- about values, influence, the terms of a relationship. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Lead paint crisis unfolding in Milwaukee schools
A lead paint crisis in Milwaukee's aging public schools has forced the city to close some schools -- four of those have still not reopened. Meanwhile, testing has uncovered some children have been exposed to high levels of lead. Milwaukee Health Commissioner Mike Totoraitis joins to discuss.
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Many Americans rely on food banks, but federal funding cuts are starving them -- and those who depend on them -- of vital resources. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
