Up First from NPR Trump's Cabinet Picks, UN Femicide Report, COP29 Deal
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Nov 25, 2024 A deep dive into President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks highlights the potential hurdles nominees may face in a Republican-controlled Senate. Meanwhile, a startling UN report reveals that a woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes due to femicide, showcasing alarming violence against women. On the climate front, COP29 resulted in a deal aimed at financing support for developing nations, raising concerns about the adequacy of those funds in the fight against climate change. It's a whirlwind of political and social challenges!
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Trump's Cabinet Nominees
- President-elect Trump announced more cabinet nominees, including Pam Bondi for Attorney General.
- Republican-controlled Senate will consider nominees, with some facing scrutiny like Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard.
UN Femicide Report
- A UN report reveals a woman or girl was killed every 10 minutes in 2023, mostly by partners or family.
- Despite laws, high femicide rates persist due to poor enforcement and systemic failures, says UN Women's Kaliopi Minjeru.
COP29 Climate Deal
- COP29 agreed on $300 billion yearly climate financing for developing nations by 2035.
- Deemed insufficient by affected nations, it highlights the disparity between wealthy nations' responsibility and poorer nations' burden.