Here is a summary of the trending news from the USA today, Monday, January 8, 2024:
Politics:
- Bipartisan spending deal reached: Top Democrats and Republicans in Congress have come to an agreement on a government spending bill, avoiding a potential shutdown. This will now need to be passed by both chambers of Congress.
- Biden pitches re-election in South Carolina: President Joe Biden has begun his re-election campaign in South Carolina, a key early primary state. He is emphasizing his record on jobs and the economy.
- Trump seeks immunity from Georgia election case: Former President Donald Trump is arguing that he is immune from being sued in Georgia over his actions related to the 2020 election.
- Schools under fire after Iowa shooting: Students across the country are planning walkouts to protest gun violence in schools, following the deadly shooting at a high school in Iowa.
Other:
- Tiger Woods and Nike end 27-year partnership: The iconic golfer and sportswear giant have announced a surprise split.
- Alaska Airlines plane incident: A piece of the door fell off an Alaska Airlines flight last week, raising concerns about the safety of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
- Major winter storm: A strong winter storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions and travel disruptions to parts of the Northeast and Midwest.
- Defense Secretary hospitalized: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized for several days last week, but the Biden administration did not disclose this information to the public until after his release.
These are just some of the top news stories trending in the USA today.
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