🗞️ Trump Named Time's Person of the Year

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🔔 In today’s email:

💊 UK Bans Puberty Blockers for Youth
📜 CEO “Wanted” Posters Spotted in Manhattan
🚨 FBI Director Christopher Wray Resigns
📰 Time’ Magazine Names Trump as Person of the Year

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UK Bans Puberty Blockers for Youth Under 18

Britain has indefinitely banned puberty blockers for youth under 18, except for use in clinical trials.

• Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the decision was based on "unacceptable safety risks" and a need for more research into the drugs' effects.

• The ban applies across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

• Young people with existing prescriptions can continue treatment, but the policy will be reviewed in 2027.

A Closer Look

• Dr. Hilary Cass, who led a review of gender identity services, supported the decision, calling puberty blockers "powerful drugs with unproven benefits and significant risks."

• Streeting emphasized the need for caution in treating vulnerable youth.

• Supporters of the ban, including the Conservative Party, see it as a necessary safety measure.

• Critics, like Green Party lawmaker Sian Berry, argue it is discriminatory since puberty blockers are still used for other medical conditions like precocious puberty.

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NYPD Warns of Rising Threats Against Health Care CEOs

The NYPD has issued a warning about increased threats to health care executives following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

• The bulletin highlights online posts calling suspect Luigi Mangione a “martyr” and warns his actions could inspire extremists or grievance-driven actors to violence.

• Social media users have shared CEO "hitlists" revealing names, photos, and salaries of health insurance executives.

• "Wanted" posters spotted in Manhattan claim CEOs are responsible for “killing everyday people for profit” and feature bullet-shaped graphics.

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• The NYPD urged companies to boost security for their executives, citing the potential for copycat actions.

• Some online users justified the violence, with one post referencing a denied cancer treatment, stating, “F*** him may he rest in piss.”

• This comes as Mangione faces charges of second-degree murder in New York after being arrested in Pennsylvania on Monday.

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FBI Director to Step Down at End of Biden Administration

FBI Director Christopher Wray will step down in January at the end of President Biden’s administration.

• Wray announced the decision during an FBI town hall, saying he wants to maintain the bureau's focus and avoid political distractions.

• Wray, who was appointed by President Trump in 2017, will leave after serving 7 years of his 10-year term.

• Deputy Director Paul Abbate will serve as acting director until a new director is confirmed. Abbate, however, is expected to retire soon after Wray's departure.

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• Wray emphasized the FBI’s mission to uphold the Constitution and remain independent.

• He praised FBI agents for their "dedication to service over self" and said his departure was in the best interest of the bureau.

• President Trump has nominated Kash Patel to succeed Wray, pending Senate confirmation. Patel would take over after Trump’s inauguration if confirmed.

KEY STORY

Donald Trump Expected to Be Named Time's Person of the Year

Donald Trump is expected to be named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year” on December 12, according to sources familiar with the plans.

• To mark the occasion, Trump will ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.

• This will be Trump’s second time receiving the honor, having previously been named Person of the Year in 2016 after his presidential election victory.

• Other contenders on this year’s shortlist included Kamala Harris, Elon Musk, Kate Middleton, and Benjamin Netanyahu.

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• Time's “Person of the Year” recognizes individuals who have had a significant impact on world events.

• Past recipients include Winston Churchill, Vladimir Putin, and Joseph Stalin. Trump has appeared on the cover of Time three times this year alone.

• In addition to Person of the Year, Time has already named Caitlin Clark as Athlete of the Year, Elton John as Icon of the Year, and Lisa Su as CEO of the Year.

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