Scary morning, at least five suspicious packages picked up, addressed to different politicians and to cnn. Obviously, the intent was to scare. None went off. No one hurt. But a message was certainly sent as the investigation continues, so does our consideration of how to make this better. Jake tapper picks up our coverage now. This is cnn breaking news. Welcome to the lead, im jake tapper. We begin with breaking news in our national lead. The fbi and other Law Enforcement agencies are trying to figure out who sent at least six suspicious packages to a number of highprofile targets, including former President Bill and Hillary Clinton in chappaqua, new york. Former president barack and Michelle Obama in washington, d. C. , former obama Attorney General, eric holder, though it was sent to the wrong address, so it was sent back to the Return Address, which was oddly democratic congresswoman, Debbie Wasserman schultz in sunrise,
florida. Billionaire financier, george soros. Democratic congr
It is the new and powerful virus called mers. The letters stand for middle east respiratory syndrome and the search is on for hundreds of people who may have been exposed by the two patients in the hospital. Tonight the cdc sending this warning to airports around the country telling passengers to wash their hands, not to touch their face. Abcs Steve Osunsami now on this new alert tonight. Reporter tonight, Health Officials are trying to track down more than 500 passengers from at least 20 states. Anyone, including crew members, who shared a may 1st flight with that florida patient diagnosed with mers. A new and potentially deadly respiratory disease imported from the middle east. Theyre posting warnings tonight, at 22 of the nations busiest airports. The infected passenger from saudi arabia, flew into boston, atlanta, and into orlando. Where state Health Departments are warning travelers to look out for flulike symptoms. We travel a lot, so its very concerning. Especially were going ov
While the skill and dedication of the doctors, nurses, and others who have taken care of me have obviously led to my recovery, it has been gods love that has truly carried my family and me through this difficult time and has played such an Important Role in giving me hope and the strength to fight. I also want to take a moment to publicly thank my dear grandparents, my aunt and my uncle who have been visiting me here at emory, supporting me and making sure my family was there for me throughout my illness. And to my family who played such an Important Role in my recovery by being there every minute, every day, even though you couldnt be close. Mom and derek, i want to express my love and sincere thanks. While this is a day for celebration and gratitude, i ask that we not lose focus on the thousands of families who continue to labor under the burden of this disease in west africa. Thank you to dr. Kent brantly and nancy writebol, both of whom were successfully treated here at emory for y
Im told from his aides is he trying to give optimistic outlook on the economy. Talk about progress thats been made and highlight some areas of cooperation, such as trade and tax reform. He has talked about this before where can he work with republicans that may anger some of the public coming out of this Midterm Election where maybe there was expectation he would change gear as little bit. Is he going to be hinting that he is going to first of all be doubling down on more veto threats keystone and the like potentially. But also on more executive action and, in fact, some of his plans suggest that maybe the president didnt see the Midterm Election results the same way republicans did. Remember, he said back in october that while he was not on the ballot his policies were. Well, some of those same policies that, you know appeared to have lost last november obviously in those mid terms is he bringing back tonight with more tax hikes on the rich. Evidence wants to use that money to give ta
Compromised. For more on what we are seeing on fluid living in crosby, texas, matt finn. He spent the day yesterday when the fire first broke out. I know that they hinted more was expected but of this magnitude . Sandra, whats happening here according to arkema, they said Hurricane Harvey they closed shop and brought it back on generators. Those generators failed. They brought in liquid nitrate and that failed. Chemical compounds that are basically exposed to the elements and heat here in texas. Wednesday night, there are reports of two explosions on the arkema Chemical Plant. Arkema said there was a chemical reaction. Not necessarily an explosion. However, there was a fire in one of the containers. Arkema basically said the remaining eight containers, we do anticipate a fire. These are highly capable materials. If there is a fire, its going to be a big one. There was a 1. 5mile evacuation in order sent out to people in that area. Officers went doortodoor. Arkema basically said they ar