President-elect Donald Trump reacted on social media to Christopher Wray’s decision to resign from the FBI. CBS News’ Taurean Small reports from Capitol Hill as Kash Patel meets with senators for their support. Source

There are more questions than answers regarding the drones that have been hovering over New Jersey and Senator Cory Booker is demanding more clarity on the aircraft. CBS News’ Tom Hanson reports. Source

National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby spoke Thursday at the White House press briefing about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey recently, saying the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI are investigating the sightings. He also said, “many of the reported sightings are actually manned aircraft that are being operated lawfully.” Source

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced the 18th class inductees on Thursday. Source

Investing in these small gold bars makes a lot of sense — especially if you do so before the new year rolls around. Source

Pennsylvania corrections officials are providing more details on Luigi Mangione’s time behind bars. This comes as investigators probe more evidence in the case of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s fatal shooting. CBS News’ Lilia Luciano reports. Source

Here are 11 highlights from President-elect Donald Trump’s wide-ranging interview with Time magazine. Source

FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate told investigators that not canvassing the nation for further information was the “basic step that was missed.” Source

The special concert features a duet with Elton John and a reunion with her childhood music teacher. Source

A Canadian woman had over 20 pounds of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas presents in her carry-on duffel bag, New Zealand’s customs agency said. Source