CNN 5 Things 3 PM ET: Spending bill stalled, Trump tariff threats, Delphi killer sentenced & more
Dec 20, 2024
House GOP leaders are pushing hard to finalize a funding bill to avert a government shutdown. Meanwhile, Trump intensifies pressure on Europe with tariff threats. A chilling update comes from Indiana, where the killer of two teenage girls is finally sentenced. As winter sets in, a storm system threatens to blanket the East Coast in significant snowfall. On the retail front, major chains like Big Lots and Party City announce store closures, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market.
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Government Shutdown Looms
- The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown if Congress doesn't agree on a spending plan.
- House GOP is considering separate votes on three funding bills, excluding the debt limit.
Shutdown Impacts
- A government shutdown could furlough 875,000 employees, while others work without pay.
- This could affect national parks, museums, and holiday travel due to potential TSA and air traffic controller absences.
Trump's Tariff Threats
- President-elect Trump threatens tariffs on European Union goods unless they increase oil purchases.
- This follows similar tariff threats against Canada and Mexico over drug and border enforcement.