Fed Gov. Christopher Waller believes lowering interest rates next year may be necessary if inflation continues to cool down. Some Fed officials disagree on rate hikes, with varying opinions on the matter. Waller suggests that the current rate hikes have helped slow the economy, but inflation still remains high. Polling data shows Americans are pessimistic about the economy.

Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Khan Younis, Gaza were moved repeatedly between houses. Mistreated and provided with little food, some hostages were kept in tunnels while others were moved around. The hostages, including elderly women, suffered from disrupted food supplies and lost weight. The fortunate Munder couple, part of the first group released, supported each other through the ordeal. Ruti Munder remained resilient and even found moments to laugh with soldiers. Young Eitan Yahalomi, however, experienced physical violence. The hostages, still fragile, have not spoken to the press.

The Digest, 11/29/2023 @100AM, CDT

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