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Trump names Kari Lake director of Voice of America, gives his donors ambassadorships

Trump also said he'd soon announce the head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
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Kari Lake at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 16, 2024.
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

New information about suspect in deadly healthcare CEO murder; more about the background of Trump's pick to lead the Dept. of Education; the billions flowing into the Christmas tree business.
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ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare parent company shares new message to employees after CEO's killing

The shooting thrust the nation's health care industry into the spotlight.
December 11
This undated photo provided by UnitedHealth Group shows UnitedHealthcare chief executive officer Brian Thompson.
December 11

Homes destroyed, celebrities flee as wildfire spreads over 4,000 acres

The fire erupted Monday night amid strong Santa Ana winds.
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The Franklin Fire burns next to powerlines at he Pacific Coast Highway in the morning on December 11, 2024 near Malibu, California.
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By The Numbers: Billions flowing into the Christmas tree business

A look at the numbers behind the multi-billion-dollar Christmas tree and decoration industry that's fueling the economy with millions of fake and real trees being sold.
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By The Numbers: Billions flowing into the Christmas tree business
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ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
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ABC News Live Rundown: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
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Classmate of shooting suspect Luigi Mangione recalls his time on the robotics team

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke to Luigi Mangione’s former classmate, Hari Menon, who describes the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as a “super nice upperclassman.”
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Classmate of shooting suspect Luigi Mangione recalls his time on the robotics team
December 11

NJ mayor on drone sightings: ‘We have no idea where these drones are coming from’

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Pequannock Township Mayor Ryan Hurd on the mysterious drone sightings in the northeast and what the federal government needs to do to solve this issue.
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NJ mayor on drone sightings: ‘We have no idea where these drones are coming from’
December 11

Elon Musk contradicts RFK Jr.'s sentiments on weight loss drugs

Musk validated the use of GLP-1 drugs in a post on X on Wednesday.
December 11
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Co-Chair of the newly announced Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), arrives on Capitol Hill on Dec. 05, 2024 in Washington, D.C.
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The big story: CEO killing: Mangione's gun linked to crime scene

Plus, the latest on President-elect's transition and cabinet picks as well as a look at the debut of Kylie Kelce's podcast.
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Pentagon shoots down Iran 'mothership' claim amid drone mystery

It remains unclear who is operating the drones, DHS said.
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In this screen grab from a video, a drone is shown near Bedminster, New Jersey, on Dec. 3, 2024.
December 11

Family, friends of Luigi Mangione react to his arrest

"We are devastated by this news," his family said in a statement.
December 11
Luigi Mangione, a suspect in the New York City killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson departs after an extradition hearing at Blair County Court House in Hollidaysburg, Pa, Dec. 10, 2024.
December 11

Real estate tycoons the Alexander brothers arrested on sex trafficking charges

The brothers allegedly conspired to "sexually assault and rape dozens of women."
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Oren and Alon Alexander.
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Who is the lawyer representing Luigi Mangione in his Pennsylvania case?

Thomas Dickey, an Altoona-based defense attorney, has been retained.
December 11
Thomas Dickey, attorney for suspected shooter Luigi Mangione speaks to press in front of the Blair County Courthouse after an extradition hearing Dec. 10, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pa.
December 11

Who is Thomas Dickey?

The Altoona-based attorney is representing Luigi Mangione, the suspected shooter of the UnitedHealthcare CEO.
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 The Altoona-based attorney is representing Luigi Mangione, the suspected shooter of the UnitedHealthcare CEO.
December 11

Small plane crashes into 3 vehicles on Texas roadway

The condition of the vehicles' occupants is unknown at this time.
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Scene of the wreckage following the crash Wednesday in Victoria, Texas.
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Geminid meteor shower peaks this weekend in spectacular show

The Geminids originate from a "dead" asteroid, rather than a comet.
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The Geminids originate from a "dead" asteroid, rather than a comet.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case: Manhattan DA vows accountability

Luigi Mangione is accused of killing Brian Thompson in Manhattan on Dec. 4.
December 11
Luigi Mangione, a suspect in the New York City killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson departs after an extradition hearing at Blair County Court House in Hollidaysburg, Pa., Dec. 10, 2024.
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Kayaker who faked his own death reveals how he fled US

"The whole idea was to sell the death."
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An undated booking photo of Ryan Borgwardt.
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Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing allegedly boasted making ghost gun: Sources

Ghost guns can be nearly impossible to trace due to a lack of serial numbers.
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"Ghost guns" seized in federal law enforcement actions are displayed at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) field office in Glendale, Calif., April 18, 2022.
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New Jersey officials call for state of emergency after drone sightings

Since mid-November, large drones of uncertain origin have been repeatedly spotted in the sky at night over central and northern New Jersey, including near a military installation.
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New Jersey officials call for state of emergency after drone sightings
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Does research back up frustrations Americans feel toward the health care industry?

Many Americans face rising health care costs and lack of access, research shows.
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UnitedHealth Group Inc. signage stands in front of company headquarters in Minnetonka, Minn., March 9, 2016.
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'Brown snow' blankets Maine community

As snow fell across Rumsford, Maine, some residents noticed off-color accumulation.
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'Brown snow' blankets Maine community
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Woman killed in crash after swatting attempt on Rep. Greene’s home

A woman was killed after crashing into a officer responding to the threat.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene talks to reporters at the US Capitol, Dec. 5, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
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Why the sun is not solely responsible for the rapid global warming happening now

The sun may influence Earth's climate, but it is not causing climate change.
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Alexander brothers arrested on federal charges

The Alexander brothers -- Alon, Oren and Tal -- have been arrested on federal charges out of New York.
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The Alexander brothers -- Alon, Oren and Tal -- have been arrested on federal charges out of New York.
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Mounting evidence against Luigi Mangione in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

The ghost gun allegedly in Luigi Mangione's possession in Pennsylvania was matched to three shell chasings recovered in New York, according to police commissioner Jessica Tisch.
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VIDEO: Mounting evidence against Luigi Mangione in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
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CEO killing latest: Mangione's gun matches shell casings from crime scene, NYPD says

Luigi Mangione's fingerprints also match prints recovered near the crime scene.
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Luigi Mangione is led into the Blair County Courthouse for an extradition hearing Dec. 10, 2024, in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
December 11

Rome police chief talks threat at Rep. Greene’s home that led to deadly wreck

A bomb threat hoax at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s home led to a fatal car accident after a woman collided with an off-duty officer’s truck.
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A bomb threat hoax at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s home led to a fatal car accident after a woman collided with an off-duty officer’s truck.
December 11

This is how cold it will get all over the US in the next few days

Freezing temperatures will extend as far south as Texas and Florida.
December 11
Traffic makes its way along Wadsworth Blvd. at the 6th Ave. on ramps in Lakewood, Colorado on December 10, 2024.
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Malibu firefight is ‘all hands on deck’

LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath says the firefighting teams have been “second to none” in battling the blaze.
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VIDEO: Malibu firefight is ‘all hands on deck’
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What we know about Luigi Mangione, man charged in CEO's murder

The Mangione family released a statement following his arrest in Pennsylvania.
December 11
Luigi Mangione, a suspect in the New York City killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson departs after an extradition hearing at Blair County Court House in Hollidaysburg, Pa, Dec. 10, 2024.
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Malibu fire is ‘looking a lot better’: Official

Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management’s Emily Montanez updates on efforts to battle the blaze.
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VIDEO: Malibu fire is ‘looking a lot better’: Official
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Blinken grilled by lawmakers about Afghanistan withdrawal

ABC News’ Selina Wang and Jay O’Brien, as well as ABC News contributor Mick Mulroy, discuss the secretary of state’s testimony on Capitol Hill.
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VIDEO: Blinken grilled by lawmakers about Afghanistan withdrawal
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UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Hotel clerk says 'cagey' suspect sought room

John Kuklis of the Horseshoe Curve Lodge spoke with ABC News.
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John Kuklis of the Horseshoe Curve Lodge spoke with ABC News.
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Inflation increased in November, complicating Fed's next rate decision

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous discusses the latest data which could potentially giving pause to the Federal Reserve as it weighs an interest rate cut expected next week.
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VIDEO: Inflation increased in November, complicating Fed's next rate decision
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National headlines from ABC News

Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 11
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
December 11

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Hotel clerk says 'cagey' suspect sought room

John Kuklis of the Horseshoe Curve Lodge spoke with ABC News.
December 11
John Kuklis, a clerk at the Horseshoe Curve Lodge in Altoona, Penn., is seen on "Good Morning America," on Dec. 11, 2024.
December 11

Sale of Infowars to The Onion rejected by judge, Alex Jones says

Jones accused The Onion and Sandy Hook Elementary School families of "collusive bidding" and asked a bankruptcy court judge to halt the sale of his Infowars platform in November.
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Jones accused The Onion and Sandy Hook Elementary School families of "collusive bidding" and asked a bankruptcy court judge to halt the sale of his Infowars platform in November.
December 11

CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione appeared to discuss spine issues on Reddit

The now-deleted posts discussed the spinal condition Spondylolisthesis.
December 11
Luigi Mangione, a suspect in the New York City killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson departs after an extradition hearing at Blair County Court House in Hollidaysburg, Pa, Dec. 10, 2024.
December 11

Realtor goes viral playing hide-and-seek

Lisa DuBois has been working in Virginia real estate for almost 20 years, and now millions of people are interested in her listings thanks to her unique videos.
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Lisa DuBois has been working in Virginia real estate for almost 20 years, and now millions of people are interested in her listings thanks to her unique videos.
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Why 80,000 people will be counting birds this Christmas

For the 125th year, volunteers across the globe will help the National Audubon Society tally up its annual Christmas Bird Count.
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For the 125th year, volunteers across the globe will help the National Audubon Society tally up its annual Christmas Bird Count.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting timeline: How police tracked killer's movements

Luigi Mangione, 26, is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting timeline: How police tracked killer's movements
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Bill Belichick coming to college football?

The six-time Super Bowl winning coach has reportedly been offered the head coaching job at the University of North Carolina.
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The six-time Super Bowl winning coach has reportedly been offered the head coaching job at the University of North Carolina.
December 11

Daniel Penny breaks silence on subway chokehold case

Sitting down in an interview with Judge Jeanine Pirro on Fox News, Penny opened up about the chaotic moments during the fatal encounter, explaining what went through his mind.
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Sitting down in an interview with Judge Jeanine Pirro on Fox News, Penny opened up about the chaotic moments during the fatal encounter, explaining what went through his mind.
December 11

Executive 'hit lists' and wanted posters: NYPD warns about threats to executives

Online posts have listed the names and salaries of health insurance executives and "Wanted" signs have been posted in Manhattan, according to the bulletin.
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Online posts have listed the names and salaries of health insurance executives and "Wanted" signs have been posted in Manhattan, according to the bulletin.
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CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione appeared to discuss spine issues on Reddit

Luigi Mangione appeared to frequently discuss what he claimed were his health troubles -- including back pain, brain fog, and sciatica -- online.
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Luigi Mangione appeared to frequently discuss what he claimed were his health troubles -- including back pain, brain fog, and sciatica -- online.
December 11

Judge rejects sale of Infowars to The Onion, Alex Jones says

Jones called The Onion's winning $1.75 million bid "sheer nonsense."
December 11
Alex Jones of Infowars talks to the media while visiting the U.S. Senate's Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, U.S., September 5, 2018.
December 11

Trump appoints ambassadors Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack, plus 5 more picks

He named a total of seven appointments on Tuesday night via Truth Social.
December 11
Kimberly Guilfoyle, former Fox News host, at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 16, 2024.
December 10

Malibu fire growing: 20,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings

Authorities are trying to control the “rapid rate of spread.”
December 10
Firefighters monitor a mountainside burns as the Franklin Fire grows on December 10, 2024 near Malibu, California. The wildfire has scorched over 2800 acres near Pepperdine University prompting evacuations along the coast amid high winds with some homes destroyed.