CNN 5 Things 6 AM ET: Spending bill scrapped, shooting victims named, mass rape sentencing & more
Dec 19, 2024
A bipartisan spending bill has been scrapped, leaving lawmakers in turmoil. The tragic victims of a school shooting in Wisconsin have been identified. In France, a pivotal verdict was reached in a mass rape trial, raising calls for change. Meanwhile, tensions escalate in the Middle East as airstrikes target Houthi positions in Yemen. On a lighter note, the U.S. has successfully eradicated invasive murder hornets, showcasing a rare environmental victory.
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Government Shutdown Looms
- A bipartisan spending bill to avoid government shutdown was abandoned after criticism from President-elect Trump.
- This increases the likelihood of a shutdown before the holidays.
School Shooting Victims
- Ruby Patricia Vergara and Erin Michelle West were the victims of the Madison, Wisconsin school shooting.
- West, a beloved school staff member, was remembered for her dedication to students.
Mass Rape Sentencing
- Dominique Pellicot was sentenced to 20 years for drugging and raping his wife for a decade.
- All 51 male defendants in the case were found guilty.