Unsettling weather is expected to complicate Thanksgiving travel plans, with a storm forecasted to bring wet and wintry conditions across the country. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on goods from top U.S. trade partners have consumers concerned about higher prices. A cease-fire deal between Israel and Hezbollah has been reached. The agreement is not expected to impact the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
On the economic front, Trump’s plans to impose tariffs on imports, especially from China, Mexico, and Canada, could lead to increased prices on a wide range of goods, including electronics, furniture, and toys. The goal of tariffs is to encourage the purchase of American-made products.
In other news, the Biden administration is proposing expanded drug coverage for anti-obesity medications, making millions of Americans eligible for costly drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound. However, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., slated to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has emphasized the importance of a healthy diet over weight loss drugs.
In the sports world, last week’s college football games resulted in some big upsets, leading to changes in the playoff committee rankings. In entertainment news, Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson won the Mirrorball Trophy on “Dancing with the Stars.” Nicole Fallert is the author of this Daily Briefing, bringing readers the latest news and updates.
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