🗳️ Republicans Secure Majority in Congress House Republicans maintained control, leading to a Republican majority in both chambers of Congress. 👔 Matt Gaetz Nominated Attorney General Donald Trump nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general, leading to Gaetz's resignation from Congress. 🛍️ Amazon Launches 'Amazon Haul' Competitor Amazon launched 'Amazon Haul,' a low-cost storefront rivaling Chinese platforms Temu and Shein. 📉 Consumer Price Index Edges Up 2.6% US markets closed nearly flat as the consumer price index rose 2.6% in October. 🕵️ Tulsi Gabbard Nominated Intelligence Director Former Representative Tulsi Gabbard has been nominated as the director of national intelligence under Trump. 🏠 Inflation Slightly Rises in October Inflation rose slightly in October, driven by costs in housing and car insurance. 🕵️‍♂️ FBI Arrests U.S. Intelligence Leaker The FBI arrested an individual accused of leaking U.S. intelligence on Israel's plans against Iran. 🕊️ Israel Seeks Cease-Fire Deal in Lebanon Israel is reportedly advancing a potential cease-fire deal in Lebanon as Trump prepares to take office. 🌍 Talks on Ukraine-Russia Peace Accelerate Conversations are growing about Ukraine negotiating peace despite the ongoing conflict with Russia. 🔥 U.S. Droughts Fuel Wildfire Fears Record-setting droughts in the U.S. raise concerns about wildfires and water supply. 🤝 Biden, Trump Ensure Smooth Transition Biden and Trump met, pledging a smooth transition, despite past election disputes. ⚖️ Nvidia Seeks Supreme Court Judgment Nvidia seeks a Supreme Court ruling to avoid a lawsuit over alleged misleading sales information.