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Russia sends message via military buildup

Analysts reportedly believe the recent large scale buildup of Russian troops along the border with Ukraine is intended to serve as a warning to leaders in the West. New York Times reporter Andrew E. Kramer joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the military movements he witness while covering the story on the ground in southern Russia, and discusses theories analysts have over what could be prompting the highly visible display of military might.

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Kushner Russia investigations

President Trump tweeted he's under investigation, and now his son-in-law Jared Kushner is reportedly thinking of changing his legal team to handle the Russia probe. Is all of this muddling what gets pushed through Congress or even playing out in upcoming special elections? CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris and CBSN political contributor and RealClearPolitics national political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns join CBSN to break down all of the day's news.

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Senator's stroke complicates Democrats' plans

Senator Ben Ray Luján is expected to return to Washington in four to six weeks after suffering a stroke, but his absence may complicate President Biden's timeline for naming a Supreme Court nominee. Plus, the U.S. is deploying 3,000 troops to Eastern Europe amid tensions between Russia and Ukraine. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post national correspondent Philip Bump join "Red & Blue" anchor Major Garrett with more.

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