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Morning Report — Hegseth, Gabbard face uphill climb with Senate GOP
In today’s issue: Key nominees to President-elect Trump’s Cabinet are on shaky ground, as senators appear increasingly skeptical of their backgrounds — and aptitude to lead federal agencies. ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Gabbard seen as tough lift for Trump in Senate GOP
Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii) is emerging as a tough confirmation lift for President-elect Trump, even as other nominees such as Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick for the Pentagon, run into serious ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
GOP’s ambitious budget plan faces internal divisions
Republican senators warn incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s (R-S.D.) ambitious proposal to tackle President-elect Trump’s agenda faces an array of disagreements within their party over ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Sinkholes around the world – in pictures
After a sizeable sinkhole appeared on a sleepy street in south Wales , here are some of the more incredible views of the phenomenon from Greenwich to Guatemala Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Top House GOP super PAC taps new president
Chris Winkelman, the current executive director of the House GOP campaign committee, will lead the super PAC.Politico - Dec. 4 -
The world’s best food markets
FT writers and editors choose their favourite places to stock up on great local produceFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Wizards 118-87, extending Washington's losing streak to 15
Donovan Mitchell scored 19 points and Evan Mobley had 19 points and 10 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Wizards 118-87, extending Washington’s losing streak to 15ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Washington Wizards: How to watch, schedule, live stream info, start time, TV channel
How to watch Cavaliers vs. Wizards basketball gameCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Some GOP senators seem tepid on Hegseth nomination as allegations pile up
The concern could put another one of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks at risk of falling short of the support needed for confirmation.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's embattled pick for Defense secretary, faced growing scrutiny from Republican senators Tuesday after a new set of revelations over the weekend involving ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Tiger: 'Long way to go' before I'm Tour-ready
Tiger Woods said Tuesday that he's not close to being physically ready to play in PGA Tour tournaments.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Luis Fonsi conquered Latin music. With rom-com 'Say a Little Prayer,' he's ready for his close-up.
Branching out beyond his typical romantic ballads, Latin Grammy winner Luis Fonsi stars as the leading man in indie romcom 'Say a Little Prayer.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Secret Service agent opens fire near home of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Washington
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who is protected by the U.S. Secret Service, was not under threat during the shooting outside her Washington, D.C., home.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Philadelphia ready to go the distance with RockyFest week dedicated to 'Rocky' movies
Rocky Balboa fans are ready to go the distance to honor Philly’s favorite fictional fighter almost 50 years after the first movie launched the enduring series of an underdog boxer persevering ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Philadelphia ready to go the distance with RockyFest week dedicated to 'Rocky' movies
Rocky Balboa fans are ready to go the distance to honor Philly’s favorite fictional fighter almost 50 years after the first movie launched the enduring series of an underdog boxer persevering ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Fantasy football waiver wire, Week 14 picks: Players to target include Adam Thielen, Parker Washington
SportsLine NFL expert R.J. White reveals his top Week 14 Fantasy football waiver wire claims and free-agency additions as the Fantasy football playoffs approachCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Tiger Woods shares return plans after back surgery: 'When I'm ready to complete and play at this level'
Woods underwent a sixth back procedure two months ago to alleviate pain endured throughout 2024CBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Economic hardship looms over Ghana as country readies for polls
Election is being contested between vice-president Mahamudu Bawumia and former president John Mahama, under whom corruption ballooned. When the Ghanaian opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo won the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Missouri man faces execution in girl's murder after governor denies clemency
Missouri is set to carry out its fourth execution this year on Tuesday night. The man condemned to death was convicted in a 9-year-old girl's 2007 murder.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Senate Democrats hold leadership elections with GOP set to take control
Senate Democrats are meeting Tuesday morning to elect their leadership for the next two years, after Republicans flipped the chamber in the 2024 elections.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
GOP insiders sought Hegseth's removal as leader of veterans' group in 2016
A Trump loyalist is at the center of new allegations facing Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
To beat China, Washington needs facts, not myths, about telework
Despite misconceptions, the federal workforce has embraced telework at a rate consistent with or lower than the private sector, and telework has proven to be a cost-effective and productive way to ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Why Turnout Wasn’t the Democrats’ Problem
We explore the data behind that assumption.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Trump FBI pick Kash Patel gets lukewarm reception from GOP senators
President-elect Trump's nomination of Kash Patel to take over as FBI director — effectively firing current FBI Director Christopher Wray, who still has three years left in his 10-year term — has ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Oklahoma hiring Ben Arbuckle from Washington State as offensive coordinator
Arbuckle's "Air Raid" attack is expected to provide a major boost to a lackluster Oklahoma offense.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
How Washington reacted to the Hunter Biden pardon: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the ...NBC News - Dec. 2 -
Oklahoma hires Ben Arbuckle as offensive coordinator after leading Washington State's top-15 scoring offense
Arbuckle has led prolific passing offenses with the Wildcats, coaching Cam Ward in 2023, and at Western KentuckyCBS Sports - Dec. 2 -
Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup hostABC News - Dec. 2 -
Penix ready but believes Cousins will rebound
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. said he'll be ready if he's called on to start but believes Kirk Cousins will bounce back from his recent struggles.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
12:30 Report — Hunter Biden pardon ripples across Washington
Plus: The Pete Hegseth story isn’t going away. {beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Monday. Welcome back and happy December! First lady Jill Biden unveiled the 2024 holiday decorations at the White House ...The Hill - Dec. 2