CNN 5 Things 12 PM ET: Syrian government hopes, NJ drones demands, Bud Light’s bad news & more
Dec 13, 2024
A discussion on Secretary of State Blinken's priorities for the new Syrian government sheds light on shifting global dynamics. Meanwhile, a New Jersey lawmaker pushes for transparency over mysterious drone sightings. Tension brews in Canada as a province threatens to cut US power. France welcomes yet another new prime minister, while Bud Light faces more challenges amid faltering sales. The rise of facial recognition technology in airports raises crucial privacy concerns.
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Blinken's Syria Priorities
- Secretary Blinken's priorities for the new Syrian government include inclusivity and protection of minority rights.
- He also emphasizes rejecting extremist alliances and preventing threats to neighboring countries.
Syrian Celebrations and Drone Concerns
- Thousands of Syrians celebrated the fall of the Assad regime after Friday prayers.
- A New Jersey congressman, however, raised concerns about mysterious drone sightings in his state.
Gottheimer's Drone Concerns
- Representative Josh Gottheimer says federal agencies must be transparent with the public about drone activity.
- He also suggests giving local authorities power to take down drones threatening critical infrastructure.