Dec. 23, 2020: Dr. Birx quits, Trump Issues Pardons and More

Welcome to Word on the Street where we discuss the top five most interesting links of the day. Here is what’s hot for Wednesday, December 23, 2020:

Dr. Deborah Birx Will Retire After Holiday Gathering: After advising that Americans forgo family gatherings during the holidays, Dr. Birx revealed she met with her family for Thanksgiving.

Trump Issues Pardon to Those Convicted by Russia Investigation: President Trump issues pardons to 15 people, including two convicted of crimes as a part of the Mueller investigation.

Antarctica Has Reported COVID-19 Cases: With twenty-one people testing positive on a Chilean vessel, COVID-19 is officially on every continent.

Trump Requests Changes of COVID-19 Relief Bill Passed by Congress: Trump has asked for changes to the omnibus COVID-19 Relief Bill, asking for as much as $2000 per taxpayer and removal of additional spending.

U.S. Consumer Confidence Down: Consumer confidence, an index used to measure the economy, is at the lowest level since summer.