CNN 5 Things 3 PM ET: Ceasefire deal’s final steps, Bondi’s hearing, a pipeline leak & more
Jan 15, 2025
A potential ceasefire and hostage exchange could allow Palestinian civilians to return to northern Gaza. At a Senate confirmation hearing, a key legal nominee emphasized the importance of independence in the Justice Department. Meanwhile, firefighters battle intense wildfires in California as dangerous winds persist. In a health move, the FDA targets a popular red dye over cancer concerns. To top it off, a significant fuel pipeline is offline due to a leak in Georgia, raising alarms about the national fuel supply.
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Ceasefire Deal's Final Steps
- A ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas is near finalization, pending approval from Israel's security cabinet and full cabinet.
- Several unresolved points remain, but Israeli officials expect them to be settled soon.
Bondi's Confirmation Hearing
- Pam Bondi, Trump's Attorney General pick, stated she wouldn't enforce an "enemies list" if confirmed.
- She affirmed the Department of Justice's independence from the White House.
California Wildfires
- Dangerous winds in Southern California are fueling wildfires, particularly in Ventura and Los Angeles counties.
- Free N95 masks are available to protect residents from wildfire ash.