Lawmakers are urging federal officials to address mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey and New York, with the White House dismissing security threats. House Speaker Mike Johnson anticipates a classified briefing, while the Biden administration reassures no confirmed drone activity poses a danger. Senators have requested briefing on the drones. (NBC News)
Supporters of murder suspect Luigi Mangione are raising funds for his defense, sparking concerns about turning him into a martyr as prosecutors pursue charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Online fundraisers have collected over $50,000, with many expressing solidarity and belief in fair legal representation for Mangione. (ABC News)
Time magazine named Donald Trump as the 2024 Person of the Year for his return to the U.S. presidency, citing his unlikely remaking of American politics. Time editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs called Trump’s amazing return to power a “comeback of historic propositions” Trump was also named Person of the Year when he was first elected in 2016. (CBS News)
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a rule to limit bank and credit union lending fees, potentially saving consumers $5 billion yearly. The rule aims to provide transparency on overdraft loan interest rates. (CBS News)
A Pew Research Center report published Thursday revealed that almost half of American teenagers are online constantly, with YouTube being the top platform. TikTok and Snapchat saw slight decreases in usage, while X experienced the most significant decline. The report raises concerns about social media’s impact on teen mental health. (AP)