Morning Wire Monday Afternoon Update | 12.12.22
Dec 12, 2022
This update dives into a groundbreaking nuclear fusion energy breakthrough and the arrest linked to the Lockerbie bombing. It also highlights political drama as House Republicans issue subpoenas regarding the Hunter Biden laptop saga. Meanwhile, the removal of the final Confederate statue in Richmond sparks discussions on memorials. Sports headlines and a federal court ruling on worker rights round out the news, alongside Elon Musk's latest Twitter announcement.
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Religious Healthcare Ruling
- A federal appeals court ruled against the Biden administration's mandate on sex change procedures.
- Religious healthcare providers will not be forced to perform or fund these surgeries.
Subpoenas for Intelligence Veterans
- House Republicans plan to subpoena 51 intelligence veterans.
- These veterans signed a letter suggesting the Hunter Biden laptop story was Russian disinformation.
Fetterman's Cameo
- Senator-elect John Fetterman will cameo in the Netflix film "The Pale Blue Eye."
- Fetterman's "unique mug" landed him the role, fitting the 1830s setting.