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You get what you pay for when electing a liar, a criminal, and a sexual assaulter. They tend to nominate people just like them. Also there are unknown drones flying over New Jersey and no one knows what they are, where they are from, or what they want. PLUS news from around the world on this lovely Thursday December 12th 2024

In this episode, we delve into the critical stories shaping our world today. We start with President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, analyzing the potential economic fallout and global reactions. Then, we turn to escalating geopolitical tensions, as experts warn of a powerful alliance among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

We also reflect on the remarkable life of the world’s oldest man, examine how gold is fueling organized crime, and assess Trump’s foreign policy proposals and their implications for global stability. At COP29 in Azerbaijan, we uncover contradictions in global climate action, where rhetoric and reality clash.

Finally, we confront a chilling United Nations report on gender-based violence, which reveals that every 10 minutes, a woman or girl is killed by a male family member or intimate partner. As this crisis intersects with the incoming administration, we explore the systemic challenges facing women in a male-dominated government with leaders accused of sexual misconduct.

In this episode of What’s Going on in the World, we dive into the controversial decision by President-elect Donald Trump to nominate Representative Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. We examine the implications of Gaetz’s lack of experience, his ongoing legal and ethical controversies, and the message this nomination sends about Trump’s approach to the Justice Department. Through insights from critics and supporters alike, we explore why Trump values Gaetz’s loyalty and how this appointment could reshape the DOJ’s priorities, potentially politicizing one of the nation’s most critical institutions. This episode raises questions about executive authority, the balance of power, and the public’s role in holding leaders accountable.

1. The Australian. “Trump’s message to Justice Department: This is war.” Published November 14, 2024.

2. New York Post. “GOP shocked as Rep. Matt Gaetz, who faced sex-trafficking probe, gets attorney general nod from Trump.” Published November 13, 2024.

3. Time Magazine. “Matt Gaetz Nomination Confirms Trump’s Revenge Talk Wasn’t Bluster.” Published November 14, 2024.

4. Business Insider. “Meet the new Trump administration staffers who will shape key US policies.” Published November 14, 2024.

5. Associated Press. “Gaetz pick shows value Trump places on loyalty—and retribution—as he returns to Washington.” Published November 14, 2024.

6. New York Magazine. “Trump Just Nominated Matt Gaetz for Attorney General.” Published November 14, 2024.

7. The Wall Street Journal. “Trump Picks Rep. Matt Gaetz to be Attorney General.” Published November 14, 2024.

8. Newsweek. “Matt Gaetz floats ‘dream’ of becoming Trump’s attorney general.” Published August 12, 2023.

9. Teen Vogue. “Trump Cabinet and Staff Picks: Who Will Be Part of the Next Administration?” Published November 14, 2024.

10. The Wrap. “Rep. Matt Gaetz Floats Himself to Be Trump’s Attorney General in 2025.” Published August 12, 2023.

11. Ballotpedia. “Matt Gaetz.” Accessed November 14, 2024.

12. The New Yorker. “Matt Gaetz’s Chaos Agenda.” Published February 19, 2024.

13. TriState Homepage. “AP Race Call: Republican Matt Gaetz wins reelection to U.S. House in Florida’s 1st Congressional District.” Published November 5, 2024.

14. The Indiana Lawyer. “Trump says he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to be attorney general.” Published November 14, 2024.

15. Wikipedia. “Second presidency of Donald Trump.” Accessed November 14, 2024.

16. Wikipedia. “Second presidential transition of Donald Trump.” Accessed November 14, 2024.

17. Wikipedia. “Matt Gaetz.” Accessed November 14, 2024.

18. The Independent. “Matt Gaetz suggests he wants to be America’s next attorney general: ‘A boy can dream’.” Published August 12, 2023.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of What’s Going On in the World, we take an in-depth look at the recent statements and appointments of President-elect Donald Trump since his victory on November 5, 2024. With key appointments already made, Trump is shaping his administration with a mix of familiar allies and bold new choices. We analyze Trump’s public statements, including his victory speech and recent comments to House Republicans, as well as the implications of each appointment for the direction of his administration.

1. NBC Miami. “Trump Victory Speech Highlights 2024 Election Win.” NBC Miami, 6 Nov. 2024.

https://www.nbcmiami.com/decision-2024/donald-trump-victory-speech-presidential-election/3466001/

2. New York Post. “Trump Tells House Republicans ‘It’s Nice to Win’ as He Makes Triumphant Return to Washington.” New York Post, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://nypost.com/2024/11/13/us-news/trump-makes-triumphant-post-election-return-to-washington/

3. The Sun. “Crypto Dogecoin Value Soars after Trump Announces Elon Musk’s New Role.” The Sun, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/31697819/crypto-dogecoin-value-soars-trump-musk/

4. Reuters. “Biden, Trump Meet at White House for Transition Talks after 2024 Election.” Reuters, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/biden-trump-meet-white-house-transition-talks-after-harris-defeat-2024-11-13/

5. Financial Times. “John Thune Elected as Senate Majority Leader, Signaling GOP Shift.” Financial Times, 13 Nov. 2024.

6. Associated Press. “House GOP Expected to Keep Leadership Team, Led by Mike Johnson.” AP News, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://apnews.com/article/29989249dcf533292ab5b2a22bf054a0

7. USA Today. “Fact Check: Trump Supporters Did Not Chant ‘Modi’ at Victory Speech.” USA Today, 11 Nov. 2024.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2024/11/11/crowd-bobby-chant-rfk-jr-trump-fact-check/76129671007/

8. People. “Donald Trump Thanks Voters for Electing Him, Says ‘Nobody Expected That.’” People Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://people.com/donald-trump-thanks-voters-presidential-victory-nobody-expected-that-8740440

9. The Wall Street Journal. “Trump to Meet With Biden at White House After Fraught Election.” The Wall Street Journal, 13 Nov. 2024.

https://www.wsj.com/politics/trump-biden-white-house-meeting-election-2024-fea7df1f

10. The New York Times. “Trump’s Cabinet Picks: Who They Are and What They Do.” The New York Times, 2024.

11. BBC News. “Trump’s Cabinet: Who’s in and Who’s on the Way Out.” BBC News, 2024.

12. CNN. “Trump’s Cabinet: The Full List of Appointments.” CNN, 2024.

In this episode of “What’s Going On in the World,” host Tommy J. Housman delivers a comprehensive overview of the latest global headlines as of November 8, 2024. Key topics include Donald Trump’s election as the 47th President of the United States, the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut, Hurricane Rafael’s impact on Cuba, North Korea’s long-range missile test, and the upcoming union vote at Amazon’s Alabama warehouse. Additionally, the episode covers Mexico’s new security strategy, advancements in Pompeii DNA research, state-level abortion measures in the U.S., the Federal Reserve’s economic outlook post-election, and evolving China-U.S. relations. Stay informed with this concise briefing on current events shaping our world.

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