5/6: The markets have their worst day in years, as the Fed works to keep the economy on track. FDA announces strict new restrictions on Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine

Desperate attempts are underway to evacuate civilians from Mariupol — while Russia bombards a steel plant. Israel is on edge this morning after another deadly attack, blamed on Palestinians. New concerns over inflation led Wall Street stocks to have their worst day in two years. The FDA has announced it’s putting strict new restrictions on use of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine — due to the risk of rare, but potentially life-threatening, blood clots. Now, it’s only recommended for people who can’t get another vaccine — or won’t be vaccinated otherwise. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is weighing in on the potential decision of the Supreme Court, to overturn Roe v. Wade. Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper is talking to Norah O’Donnell for this week’s “60 Minutes,” and giving new insight about what it was like to serve in the Trump administration. A severe weather threat could affect up to 43 million Americans later today. It includes the potential for tornadoes from Alabama to Virginia.

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