Trump Meets CEOs At Mar-A-Lago, School Shooting In Wisconsin, Pig Kidney Transplant
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Why are business leaders and foreign officials visiting President-elect Trump at Mar-A-Lago?
Business leaders and foreign officials are visiting Trump to build relationships and influence his policies, a shift from the resistance they showed during his first term. They are choosing their battles more strategically, believing Trump's mind can be changed on issues like TikTok and cryptocurrency.
Why did the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Wisconsin occur, and what is known about the shooter?
A 15-year-old student, identified as Natalie Rupnow Rupp, opened fire at the school, killing two people and herself. The motive is still under investigation, and police are working to trace the origins of the handgun used. The shooter's family has been cooperative with the investigation.
Why was a gene-edited pig kidney transplanted into a human for the first time?
A gene-edited pig kidney was transplanted into a human because the patient's immune system would reject a human kidney. The pig kidney was genetically modified to be accepted by the patient's body, offering a potential solution to the organ shortage. The operation was successful, and the kidney is functioning well.
Why did President-elect Trump say he chose Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Health and Human Services Department, despite his anti-vaccine stance?
Trump stated that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is less radical than people think and has an open mind. He also expressed support for the polio vaccine but left the door open to those who believe vaccines are linked to autism, a widely debunked theory. Trump was not clear about his position on vaccine mandates.
Why are there concerns about using pig organs for human transplants?
There are concerns about using pig organs for human transplants due to the risk of spreading dangerous viruses, ethical issues related to breeding and slaughtering pigs for their organs, and the experimental nature of the procedures on desperately ill patients. Despite these concerns, the potential for an unlimited supply of organs to solve the organ shortage is significant.
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