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The video covers several news topics: a report on COVID-19 deaths in the US and the emergence of a new variant, details about the Nashville Christmas Day explosion and the suspect involved, and President-elect Joe Biden's nominations for key Pentagon positions. Biden's transition team faces challenges from the current administration.

Who did President-elect Joe Biden announce as his nominee for Deputy Defense Secretary?

What challenges did Biden's transition team face regarding the Department of Defense?