NBC News - Top Story with Tom Llamas - Dec. 16 | NBC News NOW
The video begins with a tragic school shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, where a student killed a teacher and another student before being found dead. Six others were injured, and the police response was swift due to nearby training exercises. The video then shifts to President-elect Trump's press conference, where he defends his controversial pick for Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his vaccine skepticism. Trump also comments on various legal matters, including a defamation settlement with ABC News, where the network agreed to pay $15 million and issue an apology. The settlement is seen as a win for Trump, who has a history of legal battles with the media. Finally, the video discusses a new real estate app that provides detailed neighborhood data, including political affiliations, which could influence homebuyers' decisions. This app raises questions about privacy and potential societal division based on political lines.
Key Points:
- A school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, resulted in three deaths, including the shooter, and six injuries. Police responded quickly due to nearby training.
- President-elect Trump defended his choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary, despite his controversial views on vaccines.
- Trump settled a defamation lawsuit with ABC News for $15 million, which included an apology from the network, marking a significant legal victory for him.
- A new real estate app offers detailed neighborhood data, including political affiliations, potentially influencing homebuyers' decisions.
- The app raises concerns about privacy and societal division, as it allows users to choose neighborhoods based on political leanings.