"Jan. 17: 2024 Race, Government Shutdown, Gaza Hostages, Cigarettes, Unruly Passengers - Top Headlines"

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis warns Republicans of potential 2024 election loss if they nominate former President Donald Trump, while former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley faces criticism for claiming the US has "never been a racist country." The Senate advances a short-term funding extension to avert a government shutdown, as challenges remain over border policy disagreements. Israel and Hamas agree on a deal to deliver medicine to hostages in Gaza in exchange for humanitarian aid, while health advocates pressure the White House for a nationwide ban on menthol cigarettes. Airlines face travel disruptions and increasing unruly passenger incidents, and Coachella announces its 2024 festival lineup with Gwen Stefani reuniting with No Doubt as headliners.