In New York City, the manhunt for the gunman who fatally shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is ongoing. Security footage shows the suspect wearing a black jacket and a mask, last seen on an e-bike in Central Park. The shooting appears to be a premeditated targeted attack, but the motive is still unknown. Thompson had received threats but did not have a security detail.
In other news, a study links exposure to lead in gasoline to millions of psychiatric disorders in the U.S. over the past 75 years. The research suggests that lead exposure during childhood development has led to increased depression, anxiety, inattention, and hyperactivity. Lead was banned from automobile fuel in 1996, but the effects are still prevalent, especially among those born between 1966 and 1986.
Rockefeller Center in New York City kicked off the holiday season with its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, featuring performances from Kelly Clarkson, the Backstreet Boys, and more. The event was attended by New York Mayor Eric Adams and NBC New York anchor Chuck Scarborough.
In politics, the past comments of Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director, are under scrutiny. A podcast interview with Patel and Steve Bannon revealed his intentions to go after people in the media who “lied” and “helped Joe Biden rig presidential elections.” Critics fear his loyalty to Trump and embrace of conspiracy theories may influence his actions at the FBI.
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