And lottery fever. The 223 million Mega Millions jackpot grows even larger overnight, and thats not the only mega jackpot up for grabs today. Oh, we can dream on this wednesday, cant we, about that jackpot . But were going to start with the breaking news from capitol hill. Senate republicans have passed their historic tax bill. They voted after midnight 5148 along party lines. Its a major victory for President Trump who immediately tweeted, the United States Senate Just Passed the biggest in history tax cut and reform bill. The president also announced a white house News Conference for this afternoon once the house votes. The average American Household is expected to see a tax cut of 1,600 next year. Abcs Arlette Saenz has more on what the bill means for you. Good morning, arlette. Reporter hey, good morning, kendis and diane. It was another late night in the senate, but republicans were beaming as they passed their tax plan. President trump is now on the verge of taking a tax victory
Hear what happened during the arrest. Jonathan and what did they know and when . Charges of grade fixing at one of the districts largest gold districts. Charges are they knew more than a year ago. What are you looking forward to waking up to Christmas Morning . Some gifts. Alison a young boy gets the ultimate gift. He is home in time for christmas. You may remember caleb, the Prince Georges County boy fighting for his life. Jonathan it is nice to see him smiling and talking. Two weeks ago he was accidentally shot. Annalysa gayle has the story. Caleb left childrens ready for the long road ahead. Some are calling it a christmas miracle. Its amazing to see his progress since he was accidentally shot december 5. For the first time, 11yearold caleb is able to watch one of his favorite tv shows in his home. I feel better than i was before the accident. Healysa the last few weeks has spent time at Childrens Hospital where he had several lifesaving surgeries. Camemergency procedures after his
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