Trump discusses Elon Musk’s impact during Phoenix speech

Approximately 3,500 U.S. Navy sailors and service members have reunited with their families just in time for the holiday celebrations. Meanwhile, Blake Lively has accused ‘It Ends With Us’ director Justin Baldoni of harassment and a smear campaign. President-elect Trump addressed Elon Musk’s influence in his inner circle during a speech in Phoenix, hinting at a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the near future. In other news, UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione is set to face state charges on Monday, while a Texas congresswoman is reportedly in a senior living facility. Additionally, a U.S. fighter jet was mistakenly shot down by friendly fire over the Red Sea, and a man was killed by police after a high-speed chase at a Texas mall. Amtrak delays have caused issues for holiday train travel along the East Coast, while winter weather has affected travel coast to coast. In Germany, at least 5 people were killed and 200 injured after a car plowed into a Christmas market, while a separate incident saw another car ramming into a crowd, killing at least two and injuring dozens. Despite these troubling events, there is some good news – a special clock continues to work in the digital age, and there have been inspiring stories throughout 2024.

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