CNN 5 Things 6 AM ET: Threats to Trump's picks, Sheinbaum-Trump call, soggy Thanksgiving Day forecasts & more
Nov 28, 2024
Tensions are high as threats loom over Trump's cabinet picks, including a startling pipe bomb incident. A conversation between Trump and Mexico's president reveals starkly different perspectives on migration. Meanwhile, Ukraine is on high alert due to ongoing missile and drone attacks. In the U.S., a federal court blocks the removal of border razor wire, stirring legal complications. Plus, Thanksgiving Day forecasts predict rain, making some parades soggier than expected.
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Threats to Trump’s Picks
- Several of Trump's cabinet picks and appointees faced threats, including a pipe bomb threat to Pete Hegseth's home.
- The FBI is investigating, but a law enforcement official noted that such "swatting" calls are common for high-profile individuals.
Conflicting Accounts of Trump-Sheinbaum Call
- Trump and Mexico's President Claudia Scheinbaum had differing accounts of their call about migration.
- Trump claimed Scheinbaum agreed to stop migration, while Scheinbaum stated she addressed existing migrant caravans.
Interpreting Trump-Sheinbaum Interaction
- CNN political analyst Coleman Hughes suggests not overinterpreting public statements from Trump and Scheinbaum.
- He views the interaction as negotiation and brinkmanship, with each side testing their leverage.