In Today’s News:
- Trump addresses the United Nations: “Your country goes to hell.”
- Meeting between POTUS and Democratic leaders regarding shutdown is canceled.
- Secret Service thwarts potential cellular disruptions.
- Medical professionals criticize Trump’s remarks about Tylenol and autism.
- Sinclair and Nexstar choose not to air Jimmy Kimmel’s show.
Important Updates:
In an intense address to the group, President Trump criticized the UN, stating, “Now is the time to end the open-border experiment.” He emphasized his own immigration policies and declared, “I’m really good at doing this. Your country goes to hell.”
He didn’t stop there. Trump claimed, “I’ve ended the seven wars and assisted every leader in those nations without even a call from the United Nations.” He also made dismissive comments regarding the UN itself, stating, “All I got from them was… a faulty escalator and a malfunctioning teleprompter.”
During his speech, he commented on climate change, calling it “the biggest fraudulent job that has lasted in the world” and criticized predictions made by various bodies about reducing carbon emissions. “Many of these forecasts were often incorrect for dubious reasons,” he remarked.
Reflecting on his popularity, Trump said, “I’m proud to see that my poll numbers are at an all-time high,” linking some of that success to his border and economic policies.
Secret Service Update: A report indicated that sophisticated devices capable of disrupting cell phone networks were found near the UN, with officials noting they had never encountered such a large-scale operation before, including over 100,000 SIM cards.
Shutdown Negotiations:
President Trump announced he has canceled negotiations with Democratic Congressional leaders. However, he mentioned, “If they agree to the principles I’ve set forth, I will meet with them.” He criticized Democrats’ demands, labeling them as “unsafe and ridiculous.”
In response, House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries humorously referenced Trump in a post, while Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer extended a New Year greeting, suggesting they could discuss healthcare once tensions faded.
Currently, the House and Senate are poised to remain in session next week, with ongoing discussions about avoiding a government shutdown.
On Health Claims:
Trump made headlines by suggesting pregnant women should avoid Tylenol, asserting an unproven link between the drug and autism. This claim has led to significant backlash within the medical community.
The manufacturer of Tylenol issued a strong rebuttal, stating that scientific evidence does not support the idea that acetaminophen causes autism. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists also emphasized that no reputable study has linked the medication to neurodevelopmental disorders in over two decades of research.
Despite Trump’s assertions, the general consensus from health experts is that the benefits of treating fever during pregnancy outweigh potential risks, warning against leaving such conditions untreated.
In a more lighthearted moment, Trump’s pronunciation stumble of “acetaminophen” drew attention, as he struggled to articulate the term while discussing its use.
Entertainment News:
Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to ABC tonight after a brief hiatus, though some affiliates, including those operated by Sinclair and Nexstar, will not broadcast the show.
It seems there’s quite a bit happening all at once. Meanwhile, the House and Senate are out, and Trump is continuing his activities in New York City.
In perhaps more casual news, today marks National Great American Pot Pie Day. What a reason to celebrate! And I think we could all use a little positivity in light of current events.
