Unsettling weather may disrupt Thanksgiving travel plans as a cross-country storm brings wet and wintry conditions from coast to coast. Additionally, extremely cold temperatures from the Arctic are expected to impact the eastern half of the country. President-elect Donald Trump’s plans to implement tariffs on goods from top U.S. trade partners has consumers concerned about potential price increases. Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a cease-fire deal, bringing a temporary halt to fighting along their border.
The potential for a $20 Thanksgiving dinner is explored, as well as the impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on imported goods. The tariffs could lead to higher prices on a variety of products, ranging from electronics to housing construction materials. The idea behind tariffs is to encourage the purchase of American-made products.
In other news, the Biden administration is considering providing coverage for expensive anti-obesity medications for those enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid. The College Football Playoff committee rankings reflect the outcomes of recent games, with Notre Dame climbing to the fifth spot after Indiana’s loss.
The photo of the day features Joey Graziadei and Jenna Johnson winning the “Dancing with the Stars” Season 33 finale. Nicole Fallert is the author of the Daily Briefing newsletter at USA TODAY.
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