Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and key ally to President-elect Trump, has been appointed to run the “Department of Government Efficiency,” an outside effort aimed at making the government more efficient. This department is not part of the federal government and will offer suggestions to improve government operations. Musk’s new role was announced on November 15, 2024, and NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports on what to expect from Musk in this position.
In other news, crews recently rescued a construction worker who was trapped in rubble for 8 hours. The FBI also arrested a Texas man for an alleged “9/11-style” terror plot on US soil. Additionally, as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, many are wondering about the best times to travel during that week. Meanwhile, concerns are rising in the Northeast due to a massive drought, putting 42 million people on alert. The region is also facing dry conditions leading to wildfires.
In lighter news, Olympic skier Lindsay Vonn announced her decision to come out of retirement, while grandkids surprised their Papaw by dressing up as him. On a more serious note, security was tight for a France-Israel soccer match amid rising tensions. Trump has also chosen Tulsi Gabbard to be the director of national intelligence. Overall, these current events highlight a mix of serious and heartwarming stories shaping the news cycle.
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