CNN 5 Things WH Speech, Brown University Cameras, ‘Illusory’ WBD Paramount Bid and more
Dec 17, 2025
President Trump is set to address the nation amidst a dip in his approval ratings. Investigators at Brown University are combing through camera footage and tips in the hunt for a shooter. A thwarted attack in New Orleans linked to an ex-Marine raises concerns. Warner Bros. Discovery firmly rejects Paramount's hostile takeover attempt, adding tension in the media landscape. Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest grapples with severe storms, leaving over half a million homes without power and increasing flood risks.
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Trump's Oval Office Pitch Faces Public Skepticism
- President Donald Trump will deliver a 15-minute Oval Office-style address focused on economic accomplishments.
- Polls show only about one in five Americans strongly approve of his presidency, raising questions about impact.
Neighborhood Footage Could Break Brown Case
- Investigators rely on neighborhood security footage after few cameras from Brown University surfaced.
- Former FBI assistant director Chris Sweigert says canvassing neighborhoods can still yield key leads.
Ex-Marine Arrested With Weapons En Route
- Authorities arrested ex-Marine Micah James Lagnon en route to the city with guns and body armor.
- Federal documents link him to alleged extremist, anti-capitalist, and anti-government ties under surveillance.