Major Winter Storm, Capitol on Alert & Golden Globes Surprises - Monday, January 6, 2025
Jan 6, 2025
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A major winter storm is wreaking havoc across the U.S., marking one of the heaviest snowfalls in a decade. As the Capitol prepares for a ceremonial vote, comparisons are drawn to the events of January 6, 2021. The discussion turns to health warnings about alcohol and a new trend in stockpiling consumer goods. Notable winners and snubs at the recent Golden Globes add spice to the cultural conversation. And businesses face challenges, like flight delays from JetBlue and a controversial steel acquisition.
The severe winter storm is impacting over a thousand miles, causing travel disruptions and prompting states of emergency across multiple states.
On the fourth anniversary of the Capitol riot, Congress undertakes the electoral vote count under heightened security and new procedural rules to ensure a peaceful process.
Deep dives
Severe Winter Storm Impacts Millions
A significant winter storm is affecting over a thousand miles across the central United States, bringing blizzard conditions and heavy snowfall, with some areas expected to receive up to 15 inches. Travel disruptions are widespread, with major roads in Kansas, western Nebraska, and parts of Indiana experiencing dangerous conditions and numerous flight cancellations. States of emergency have been declared by several governors, leading to school closures and government office shutdowns. The severe weather is expected to persist, with temperatures dropping substantially across the eastern United States.
January 6th: A Contrast in Capitol Security
This January 6th marks four years since the Capitol riot, but the atmosphere in Congress is markedly different as the electoral vote count proceeds without disruptions. Enhanced security measures are in place following the events of 2021, where rioters clashed with law enforcement and attempted to halt the certification of electoral votes. This year, Vice President Kamala Harris, overseeing the count, is set to certify President-elect Trump's victory, with updated rules making objections more challenging for lawmakers. Meanwhile, ongoing investigations continue into the individuals involved in the Capitol attack, with efforts to identify remaining suspects like the person who placed pipe bombs prior to the riot.
Surgeon General Advocates for Alcohol Warning Labels
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has proposed implementing cancer warning labels on all alcohol containers, drawing parallels to tobacco product labeling due to alcohol being a leading preventable cause of cancer in the U.S. His recommendation is based on research that links alcohol consumption to seven types of cancer, aiming to enhance consumer awareness. However, responses from the alcohol industry argue that existing warnings are sufficient and question the efficacy of additional labels in altering consumer behavior. Congressional approval would be necessary to standardize these warnings, which could spark further debate on public health initiatives.
It's been four years since the Capitol riot. Today, the same ceremonial vote count is set to happen in Congress, hopefully with less violence. We'll explain how things are different this time around.
Also, we'll tell you where Americans are facing the heaviest snowfall in a decade.
Plus, why does America's top doctor want warning labels on alcohol, what's behind a new stockpiling trend, and who got snubbed at last night's Golden Globes?
Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!
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