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West Virginia National Guardsman, Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, was laid to rest after a terrorism-related shooting in D.C. She received full military honors and was remembered for her courage and dedication. The suspected gunman, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was charged with first-degree murder and other offenses, and pleaded not guilty.

Former President Trump reignites CNN criticism, advocates for its sale amid media consolidation talks. Meanwhile, Paramount launches hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially reshaping entertainment landscape.

Bipartisan Effort to Extend ACA Subsidies Gains Momentum in House A bipartisan push to extend key Affordable Care Act subsidies is gaining traction in the House, with 16 Republicans joining Democrats to co-sponsor a one-year extension. The subsidies, expanded during the pandemic, are set to expire on December 31st, causing concern among moderate Republicans. The bill, introduced by Rep. Jen Kiggans and Rep. Josh Gottheimer, aims to prevent premium increases for millions. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces pressure as moderate Republicans may join Democrats to force a vote on extending the subsidies. The proposed legislation includes new income caps, fraud prevention measures, and a vote on further reforms by July 2026. House Republican leaders plan to unveil their own healthcare plan next week, not including an extension of the tax credits.

Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, a 20-year-old West Virginia National Guardsman, was laid to rest with full military honors following her death in a terrorism-related shooting in Washington, D.C. She was killed on Thanksgiving Day, along with another Guardsman, Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who survived. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, has been charged with first-degree murder and other offenses. Beckstroms military awards included the Defense Meritorious Service Medal and the West Virginia Legion of Merit.

Former President Donald Trump has expressed his strong stance on the potential sale of Warner Brothers Discovery, emphasizing the need to sell CNN as part of any deal. He criticized the network as a disgrace and fake news, and believes the current management is either corrupt or incompetent. Meanwhile, Paramount has launched a hostile takeover offer for Warner Brothers Discovery, valued at $77.9 billion, aiming to go directly to Warner shareholders and potentially reshape the nations entertainment landscape. Trump, though not personally involved, has made his views clear as these potential transactions face regulatory review.

Republican Representative Nancy Mace proposes renaming Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House to Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza, honoring a conservative leader killed in an attack on free speech. The bill aims to affirm the First Amendment and recognize Kirks influence, but its future remains uncertain amid ongoing political divisions.

Bipartisan Effort to Extend ACA Subsidies Gains Momentum in House A bipartisan push to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies is gaining traction in the House, with 16 Republicans joining Democrats in co-sponsoring a one-year extension. The subsidies, set to expire on December 31st, could see a sharp increase in premiums without extension. The Kiggans-Gottheimer plan, with 38 co-sponsors, includes new income caps and fraud prevention measures, and requires Congress to vote on further reforms by July 2026. However, House Republican leaders plan to unveil their own package next week, which does not extend these tax credits, and Senate Republicans propose letting the subsidies expire and reroute federal assistance into health savings accounts.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman criticizes New York Republican Chair Ed Coxs endorsement of Elise Stefanik for governor, citing Coxs poor track record. Blakeman, a prominent Long Island Republican, focuses his campaign on public safety and affordability, aiming to attract voters from outside the Republican party. Stefanik, a Trump supporter, is considered an early front-runner for the Republican nomination, but her campaign criticizes Blakemans entry into the race.