White House Wednesday, 22 years as a political prisoner, 12 Days of Books for Christmas
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Summary: Today's news and a closer look at the people who will form the Trump administration, plus: the story of a man who spent 22 years as a political prisoner in Cuba under Fidel Castro, Emily Whitten provides more suggestions for books to give as Christmas gifts, and more.