Morning Wire Friday Afternoon Update | 12.23.22
Dec 23, 2022
Tune in for critical updates on pressing public health issues, including the alarming drop in U.S. life expectancy linked to COVID-19 and drug overdoses. Dive into the heated debate surrounding lawmakers' proposed 30% salary increase amidst ongoing public discontent. The discussion also touches on historic legislative moves in Spain for LGBT rights and notable events like a recent earthquake in California and Uganda's Ebola vaccine trials. Plus, catch the latest buzz from the NBA!
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Life Expectancy Decline
- US life expectancy dropped to a 25-year low in 2021, down to 76.4 years.
- This decrease is mainly attributed to COVID-19 and drug overdoses.
Spain's New LGBT Law
- Spain passed a law allowing those over 16 to change their legal gender without medical supervision.
- Minors aged 12-13 will need a judge's approval, while those 14-16 will require parental consent.
NY Legislators' Pay Raise
- New York legislators voted to increase their base salaries by 29% to $142,000 annually.
- This pay raise, despite restricting outside income, has faced criticism for its timing and amount.