Early Wednesday morning, New Orleans' French Quarter became a scene of terror when Shamsud-Din Jabbar, an ISIS supporter, drove a truck into a crowd, killing 15 and injuring 30. Following a shootout with police, Jabbar was killed. The act was classified as terrorism.
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President-elect Trump announced key appointments for his upcoming administration. Aaron Reitz, Senator Ted Cruz's Chief of Staff, is nominated to lead the DOJ's Office of Legal Policy, focusing on Trump's law and order agenda. Chad Mizelle, former DHS General Counsel, is tapped as DOJ chief of staff to restore integrity.
Former president Bush was asked whether he would behave at the swearing-in ceremony before his entry. The staff also warned Bush that there are hot mics ahead so that they keep their chuckles low. Obama chimed in from behind and said, "Nope". "I'll behave," Bush said with a wink. Though the presidents attended Trump's inauguration, they skipped the inaugural luncheon.
A sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River, killing all six occupants, including a Spanish family and the pilot. The NTSB is investigating the mid-air breakup, with key parts still missing. This incident adds to growing concerns about air travel safety in the US, especially given New York Helicopter's troubled history and a series of recent aviation accidents.
Hamas officials accused Israel of delaying aid deliveries to Gaza, impacting the truce and hostage exchange deal, which Israel denied as "fake news." The deal, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, hinges on the release of hostages and prisoners, with aid trucks entering Gaza. Amid the ongoing war and destruction, displaced Palestinians, including over 376,000 returning to northern Gaza, face severe challenges. US President Trump claims credit for the agreement, with Netanyahu invited to the... Expand