The Pour Over Today New Year Attacks, New Laws Take Effect, House Speaker Vote, & More | 01.03.24
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Jan 3, 2025 The podcast dives into the chilling details of two New Year's Day attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas, raising concerns about terrorism. Listeners learn about new state laws effective January 1st, such as social media bans for children and various tax changes. The discussion shifts to a defamation lawsuit against a major newspaper and highlights the U.S. stock market's impressive start in 2024, driven by tech progress. With political updates and sports highlights, the show covers a broad spectrum of current events.
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New Orleans Attack
- A man drove a truck into a New Orleans crowd, killing 14 and injuring 35 on New Year's Day.
- The attacker, an Army veteran, claimed ISIS affiliation and left IEDs that were not detonated.
Las Vegas Incident
- Hours after the New Orleans attack, a Cybertruck exploded at the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, injuring seven.
- The driver, believed to be an Army Green Beret, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound before the detonation.
Hope Amidst Violence
- Despite violence, Christians find hope through faith and God's sacrifice.
- Isaiah 53:4-5 emphasizes Jesus' suffering for humanity's peace and healing.