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WYFF News 4 Evening headlines
SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene severely impacted the Carolinas, particularly in Greenville County, where 86% of residents are still without power. Duke Energy reports unprecedented infrastructure damage, with power restoration potentially taking over a week. Emergency officials urge patience, caution against scams, and recommend avoiding road travel to facilitate recovery efforts. In North Carolina, over 900,000 residents are affected, with flooding and fallen trees leading to at least 65 confirmed deaths. Governor Roy Cooper announced federal disaster assistance for 25 counties. The storm also caused widespread cancellations in schools, while price gouging laws remain active amid rising prices for supplies and services.
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Scott requests end to rulemaking activity, withdrawal of candidates | South Carolina
SUMMARY: South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott has urged the Biden administration to halt new rulemaking and withdraw pending nominations for federal housing and financial agencies. As the incoming chair of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs and the National Republican Senatorial Committee, Scott emphasized the need to align with the mandate voters delivered against the administration’s economic agenda. He expressed concerns over the qualifications of nominees like Christy Goldsmith Romero and Caroline Crenshaw, warning that their confirmation could hinder bipartisan collaboration. Scott stressed the importance of reducing federal regulations that contribute to rising housing costs and inflation.
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A look at President-Elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet Picks
SUMMARY: Donald Trump attended a UFC fight in New York City, surrounded by top allies and cabinet picks like Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tulsi Gabbard, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Trump emphasized his ability to select competent and loyal individuals for key positions, including Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence and RFK Jr. for Health and Human Services. Trump’s controversial pick for Attorney General, Matt Gaetz, faces skepticism from Senate Republicans. Trump is pushing for recess appointments to bypass Senate confirmation hearings. Despite challenges, his supporters are pleased with his choices, seeing them as strategic and capable.
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Partly cloudy and mild Monday
SUMMARY: Remnants of Tropical Storm Sarah have dissipated, leaving minimal energy that will merge with a cold front moving in tomorrow, bringing scattered showers mainly to Florida. Partly cloudy and mild conditions are expected today, with a cold front pushing in from Wednesday to Thursday, resulting in wind gusts of 30-35 mph. Wednesday will remain mild, but temperatures will drop significantly by Thursday, possibly to the low 60s or even 50s. Cold conditions will persist into the weekend, with the potential for the first flurries in the mountains and frost or freezing temperatures likely in the upstate.
Partly cloudy and mild Monday
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