US Politics Unveiled: Behind Closed Doors and Beyond

A glance at U.S. news highlights Senate Republicans gearing up for Trump’s legislative agenda, a cooling labor market, Texas’s power grid concerns, postal service hearings, and political calls for pardons. Also discussed are a recent election loss, bird flu impacts in California, booming Thanksgiving sales, and Trump’s ongoing legal challenges.

Amidst a shifting political landscape, U.S. Senate Republicans are planning a strategic push for President-elect Donald Trump's agenda. Their focus begins on border security and energy before transitioning to tax cuts, employing a parliamentary tactic to bypass the Senate's 'filibuster' rule.

Meanwhile, the U.S. job market is showing signs of cooling, despite higher job openings and fewer layoffs. The JOLTS report highlights employer hesitancy to hire, even as lower layoffs support the economy by sustaining consumer spending through steady wages.

In Texas, meteorological forecasts caution about extreme cold challenges to the power grid, reminiscent of Storm Uri. Additionally, the U.S. Postal Service faces scrutiny over financial losses, while political debates drive calls for pardons, spurring conversations around justice and governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)