Today, as the World Health Organization raises the threat level, Chris and Amalia bring you an update on the swine flu situation around the globe. ALSO: Fighting continues in Sri Lanka despite calls for a cease-fire, and the UK completes its withdrawal from Iraq.

Jena Baker McNeill, Homeland Security Policy Analyst at The Heritage Foundation, discusses how President-elect Obama can keep his campaign pledge of controlling illegal immigration and strengthening America's borders.

For Snack today, Will looks at the presidential candidates' travel abroad. What are the risks and rewards of talking free trade and immigration with foreign leaders while trying to win votes at home?