IPC reverses course and bans Russia, Belarus from Paralympic Games

Following intense backlash for allowing Russia and Belarus to compete at the upcoming Paralympic Games, the International Paralympic Committee has banned both teams from competing in Beijing. Eighty-three athletes are now heading home. Host Carol Hills has the details.

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