CNN 5 Things 6 PM ET: Confidence in the president-elect, Blinken testifies, an atmospheric river & more
Dec 11, 2024
A chilling connection emerges between a suspect and the murder of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. Public opinion about the president-elect’s transition sparks intrigue. Secretary of State Blinken faces tough questions regarding troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. Meanwhile, severe weather brings havoc to the East Coast, leading to airport delays. Adding a twist, a Wisconsin man’s bizarre alleged attempt to fake his own drowning raises eyebrows and questions about his family’s anguish.
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Mangione Linked to CEO Murder
- Luigi Mangione's 3D-printed gun matched shell casings found at the crime scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder.
- His fingerprints were also found near the scene, linking him to the killing.
Public Confidence in Trump
- A CNN poll revealed that over half of Americans approve of Trump's handling of the presidential transition.
- Most Americans are confident in his economic management abilities.
Blinken Defends Afghanistan Withdrawal
- Secretary of State Antony Blinken defended Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal decision.
- He attributed the Taliban's swift takeover to a deal Trump made during his first term.