The January 6th Committee dropped its final report late last night and the weather outside is frightful.

That's where we're starting the 7th from the Washington Post. I'm Christina Quinn it's Friday December 23rd

let's get you caught up with today's seven stories.

The January 6th Committee released its final report late last night.

So what's inside?

The House panel makes its case that Donald Trump's actions following the 2020 election were to blame

for the capital attack. And the conclusion is this, Congress should consider

banning the former president from holding office again. The report also says there need to be

steps taken to prevent a future attack. So what does this mean? Well this report comes

within days of Republicans taking over the House and they are likely to

block many of the committee's recommendations. But if you want to curl up with the

800-plus page report, the post has it on our website along with some great

explainers.

Number two, a huge winter storm is causing travel chaos across the country. A cold front is

slicing through the states causing temperatures to plunge. It also led to the cancellation of at least 4,200 flights

yesterday ahead of the holiday weekend. Brace yourself because there will be

lots of snow like feet of snow, freezing rain,

sub-zero temperatures, and power outages in the coming days.

The post has maps and live updates on the website,

so you can plan accordingly. billion dollar bill to fund the government. Nothing like a good deadline.

Congress has until the end of today to approve the deal,

or federal funds will run out,

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