Morning Wire Trudeau’s Resignation & New Orleans Lawsuit | Afternoon Update | 1.6.25
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Jan 6, 2025 Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's surprise resignation takes center stage, with a deep dive into the pressures he faced. Severe winter storms disrupt travel in the U.S. as Congress navigates Trump's presidency certification and legal challenges. Additionally, a contentious lawsuit regarding a steel merger highlights the importance of domestic industry. The discussion also touches on societal disconnect in Hollywood, spotlighting the Medal of Freedom award and Nikki Glaser's sharp comments at the Golden Globes.
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Trudeau Resigns
- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is stepping down after nearly a decade in office.
- He cited declining approval ratings, economic challenges, and internal party struggles.
Winter Storm Disruptions
- A major winter storm impacted travel and caused disruptions, including during the Congressional certification of Donald Trump's electoral victory.
- Kamala Harris presided over the certification.
Trump Sentencing Delay
- Donald Trump seeks to delay his sentencing in the New York hush money case, citing presidential immunity.
- He faces 34 counts of falsifying business records related to payments made before the 2016 election.