December 17, 2024: TikTok Files EMERGENCY Request with Supreme Court, Judge REJECTS Trump's Claim for Immunity, Trump SUES Des Moines Polling Firm, Additional Drone THEORIES, and More.
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Why did TikTok file an emergency request with the Supreme Court?
TikTok filed the request to temporarily block the enforcement of a federal appeals court's ruling that upheld a TikTok ban, which is set to take effect on January 19th. The company aims to prevent irreparable harm and seeks the Supreme Court's review of the case.
Why did Judge Merchan reject Trump's claim for presidential immunity?
Judge Merchan ruled that the evidence presented during Trump's trial related entirely to unofficial conduct, which does not receive immunity protections. He also stated that any potential errors in introducing evidence were harmless due to the overwhelming evidence of guilt.
Why did Trump sue the Des Moines polling firm?
Trump sued the Des Moines polling firm for consumer fraud and election interference, alleging that their pre-election poll showing Harris leading by three points deceived voters and constituted election interference, despite Trump winning the state by over 13 points.
What are the key theories about the mysterious drones?
The primary theories suggest the drones are either government-operated, possibly searching for a lost war weapon, or part of a government testing corridor for drone technologies. The government has not denied these theories, adding to the speculation.
What was the outcome of Disney's minimum wage lawsuit?
Disney agreed to settle a class-action minimum wage lawsuit for $233 million, paying back wages to approximately 50,000 employees who should have received higher wages since 2018 due to a local minimum wage law.
What is the FTC's new rule regarding surprise fees?
The FTC's new rule, effective April 2025, bans surprise junk fees for live event tickets, hotels, and vacation rentals, ensuring that consumers see the final price upfront without unexpected charges at checkout.
What is the forecast for a White Christmas in the U.S. this year?
AccuWeather predicts more U.S. cities will experience a White Christmas this year compared to last, with regions like the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley having higher chances. Cities like Boston, New York, and Philadelphia have low snow probabilities, while Midwest cities have medium probabilities.
- TikTok and ByteDance filed an emergency request with the Supreme Court to block a lower court ruling that upheld the TikTok ban.
- The Supreme Court has several options: temporarily block the ruling, deny the request but hear the case, grant the request and schedule arguments, or grant the request and wait for a petition for review.
- If the Supreme Court denies the request, the ban will take effect on January 19th; if it hears the case, there will likely be a delay in the ban's enforcement.
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