Russia-China military drills alarm West (Full show)

Russia and China conducted a joint bomber patrol of the Sea of Japan and East China Sea in a strategic show of force that they insist as "not directed at any third countries." Meanwhile, the USS John McCain conducted a "freedom of navigation" operation in the South China Sea while the USS Georgia shared through the Strait of Hormuz. RT America's Alex Mihailovich has the details. Then former naval intelligence officer John Jordan joins John Huddy (in for Rick Sanchez) to share his expertise.

Americans remain deeply divided on whether the latest stimulus bill will be enough to help struggling people. The millions of dollars marked for spending abroad is a particular point of contention. RT America's Faran Fronczak reports. Then "Eat the Press" host Steve Malzberg and D Watkins of Salon.com join John Huddy (in for Rick Sanchez) to weigh in on the debate.

Plus, RT America's Natasha Sweatte reports on the ominous emptiness of Hollywood Boulevard, which typically attracts millions of tourists. We also report the latest highlights from the world of sports.