What to know about Matt Gaetz's House Ethics report, a 'bomb cyclone' hits the Northwest, and ‘Wicked’ reviews are in

Good morning, all. Hosting Thanksgiving this year? Here’s how to make sure you have enough turkey for each guest. (And for a foolproof juicy turkey tip, keep reading.) Now, on to the news.

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NEED TO KNOW

What to know about Matt Gaetz's House Ethics report

In a meeting today, the House Ethics Committee is expected to discuss its investigation into alleged misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general.

What to know: The committee spoke with several witnesses and reviewed thousands of pages of documents related to alleged sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, obstructing government investigations and more. Here are some of those records. [GMA/ABC News]

The report: It’s unclear whether the committee will vote to release the report. Its top Democrat, Rep. Susan Wild, has called for its release, while House Speaker Mike Johnson said he’d “strongly request” the panel not make it public. [NBC News]

Confirmation push: Gaetz, who has denied all wrongdoing, and Trump have personally been lobbying lawmakers as some Senate Republicans have called for the report to be released ahead of Gaetz’s confirmation hearing next year. [CNN/Reuters]

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

???♀? ‘Wicked’ is gonna be popular

Dry those tears, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo: “Wicked” reviews landed, and the general theme is that the pop star and musical theater legend are “fantastic as witchy BFFs.” [BuzzFeed/USA Today]

?? Extreme weather

A “bomb cyclone” has left thousands in the Northwest without power and could bring further heavy rain and snow today. Meanwhile, New York City issued a drought warning for the first time in 20 years. [CNN/NBC News]

?? Trump’s latest appointments

Trump tapped Linda McMahon, his former head of the Small Business Administration who was also CEO of the WWE, to be Secretary of Education, and erstwhile TV host Dr. Mehmet Oz to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. [AP]

?? Shake Shack in the sky

Delta announced it would serve Shake Shack burgers on select flights starting next month — but only to first-class passengers. Is it worth the upgrade? [CBS News]

?? End of the Rafa era

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal, 38, has officially retired after losing to Botic van de Zandschulp in his final match at the Davis Cup. Watch him leave it all on the court. [Yahoo Sports]

WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY

?? New Netflix drop: The Merry Gentleman, a spicy holiday romcom replete with a highly necessary Chad Michael Murray burlesque performance. (For the plot, of course.) [People]

?? If that’s so not your speed, there’s also Barack Obama talking about oceans — in a new nature series “Our Oceans” that dropped overnight. Watch a sneak peek. [NBC]

?? On the ice: The Maple Leafs (minus their captain) square off against the Golden Knights at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+. [Hockey News]

?? Cavaliers fans, have you recovered from last night? If so, your Cavs get a shot at redemption against the Pelicans at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass. [Yahoo Sports]

?? Country music lovers: The CMA Awards air at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Looks like it’ll be a good time: Post Malone, Kacey Musgraves and Kelsea Ballerini are performing. [The Tennessean]

?? And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the Crossword. Check the forecast in your area.

TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1947, England’s future queen, Princess Elizabeth, married Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at Westminster Abbey. This year, a slice of their wedding cake that had been boxed up for 77 years in a suitcase under a bed was auctioned off for about $2,800. [Marie Claire]

3 QUESTIONS

...about Thanksgiving cooking

If you’re hosting Thanksgiving, Anthony asked food blogger Maike Corbett for some recipe ideas and tips to make your home-cooked meal stand out.

Anthony: What’s your no. 1 tip for cooking a juicy, well-seasoned turkey?

Maike: I have a few tips in this recipe, but my favorite is to rub an herb butter paste under the skin and add chicken broth and vegetables in the cavity. I cook my turkey at 325oF, baste it and turn the pan several times while cooking.

Anthony: What are some quick side dishes I can whip up in little time?

Maike: We love traditional and easy side dishes. You can’t go wrong with this green bean casserole or sweet potato casserole. And I always have to make extra bacon stuffing rolls because my family always wants to take some home!

Anthony: What’s your recommendation for a delicious but low-effort dessert?

Maike: Here’s a take on a classic pumpkin pie that comes together in about 10 minutes. This Crockpot apple dump cake is also a family favorite and won’t take up oven space. I love serving it with rich vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.

Not a fan of turkey? Here are some other mains you can cook. Follow Maike’s blog for more.

FEEL-GOOD MOMENT

For Bernard Snyder, 98, and Jo Cartwright, 96, a courtship that began with him shyly inviting her to his birthday party and sending her a tub of (melted) ice cream ended with marriage. “I never thought I’d fall in love with somebody again,” Snyder said. [Washington Post]

Have a great day. See you tomorrow!

?? P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: Winter weather can sneak up on you. Prep your home and car for the worst of it with some of the items on these lists. [Yahoo Life]

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