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House Republican Invites Musk to Move Tesla to Florida
A Florida Republican lawmaker has publicly urged Elon Musk to relocate Tesla's headquarters from Texas to the Sunshine State.
Democrat Scott Colom Wins Mississippi Senate Seat, First Since 1989
Scott Colom's victory marks the first time Mississippi voters have elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate in over 40 years, breaking Republican dominance in the state

Trump Shows Opening on Citizenship Path, But Congress Holds the Keys
President Trump indicated openness to letting millions of undocumented immigrants seek citizenship, a shift in rhetoric that now forces negotiations with Congress.

Israel's New Parliament Convenes as Coalition Talks Begin
Israel's newly sworn-in parliament begins a 28-day period for political leaders to negotiate a governing coalition after no single party won a majority.

Vance, Rubio Lead Early 2028 GOP Field After Midterm Rout
As Republicans search for a successor to Trump, MAGA voters and the former president himself are coalescing around Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Trump Orders Justice Department Probe of Democrats Over Intimidation Claims
President Trump directed the Justice Department to investigate Democratic lawmakers for allegedly attempting to intimidate Republicans, but provided no specific examples.

Dow Surges 3.0% on Democratic Congressional Control — Oil and Yields Fall
Major U.S. indices rallied Nov. 4 as investors priced in reduced geopolitical risk and potential policy shifts toward diplomatic resolution in the Middle East

Democrats' Senate Gains Would Upend Trump's Confirmation Path
A potential 54-seat Democratic majority would give the party significant power to block judicial and cabinet nominees, forcing the White House toward compromise or defeat.

Scotland's EU Membership Debate Fuels Independence Push
Scotland's voters backed EU membership in 2016, unlike the rest of Britain, and the Scottish government now frames rejoining the bloc as a benefit of independence.

Trump Pushes to Unseat Omar as Constitutional Fight Approaches
Federal investigators are examining Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration records amid a legal battle over Congress's power to remove a sitting member.

Trump Campaigns Hard in Midterms, Says He's 'On the Ballot'
Trump holds rallies across red states, urging voters to treat the midterm elections as a referendum on his agenda despite not appearing on the ballot himself
Judge Blocks Trump's East Potomac Park Overhaul, Orders Tree-Cutting Halt
A federal judge halted work on Trump's golf course plan at a D.C. park, requiring notice before any irreversible changes. Trump vowed to appeal.
Majority Size Shows Policy Use in Split Congress
Narrower congressional margins increase cross-party negotiation and vulnerability to dissent, shifting market expectations for sector-specific policy outcomes.
GOP's Gerrymandering Gamble Crumbles as Latino Voters Shift
Political consultant Mike Madrid says Republican redistricting backfired as key demographics abandoned the party over the past 18 months.
Welfare Agency Voter Sign-Ups Fuel Noncitizen Registration Debate
Federal law requires states to offer voter registration at welfare offices, but critics say the system relies too heavily on an applicant's word about citizenship.

Trump Tells Voters to Check 401(k)s, Claims 80% Growth
President Trump cited retirement account gains under his administration and a 25 percent decline under Biden as he appeals to voters on economic grounds.
Trump Campaigns in Iowa for Hinson, Lahn as GOP Races Tighten
Trump rallied Republican voters in Sioux City, backing Senate candidate Ashley Hinson and gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn in races where Democrats hold narrow or substantial leads.
SLF Raises Millions From Realtors, Tobacco, Hedge Funds Ahead of Election
A pre-general election filing shows the super PAC pulling in major donations from corporate lobbies and Wall Street figures in the final stretch.
Trump's Beef Import Push Infuriates Farmers in Key Farm States
The administration suspended tariffs on imported beef to lower prices, but the move backfired with cattle producers facing record uncertainty ahead of the midterms.

Trump's Redistricting Gamble Tests Narrow House Margin
President Trump pushed states to redraw congressional maps mid-decade to shore up Republican control, but shifting voter sentiment threatens to undo the gains.

California's Policies Fuel National Debate as Trump and Democrats Clash
Financier Chad Hagan's critique of California governance has added fuel to a long-running dispute over environmental regulation and taxation between the White House and Democratic lawmakers.

Vance Dismisses Trump Enrichment Claims as 'Laughable'
Vice President JD Vance defended President Donald Trump against allegations he has used his office to enrich himself, calling the criticism unfounded.

Trump Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Out After Four Days
Zacharia departs her post just days after her first briefing, following public doubts from President Trump about her performance and legal credentials.
Top House Republican Calls for Omar's Deportation Over Citizenship Probe
Majority Whip Tom Emmer said Rep. Ilhan Omar should face jail and deportation if federal investigators find she lied to obtain U.S. citizenship.

Trump Rallies in Georgia as He Courts Deep South Base
The president continues a tour of Republican strongholds ahead of 2028, stopping in Dalton to energize his core supporters.
Moreno Pushes GOP to Move on Reconciliation Bill
Sen. Bernie Moreno urged Republicans to prepare a reconciliation package, warning of a narrowing window to advance party priorities
Georgia Swing Voters Regret Trump 2024 Vote Ahead of Midterms
Focus groups in Atlanta show 10 of 12 swing voters who backed Trump now regret the choice, citing inflation, foreign conflicts, and immigration enforcement

Trump Warns of Depression if Democrats Win, Pledges $5,000 Checks Under GOP
Trump contrasted a Republican victory with direct payments to citizens against what he called a Democratic path to economic collapse.
Democrats Target Red States in 2028 Bid to Expand Map
Democratic strategists are analyzing recent gains in Republican strongholds to identify new battlegrounds for the next presidential race

Shaheen Attacks Trump's Russian Diesel Deal as Illegal
The New Hampshire Democrat said Trump's claimed agreement violates a 2022 law and represents an attempt to shift blame for inflation to the war in Iran.

GOP House Outlook Darkens as Trump Approval Sags Before Midterms
With elections less than a month away, House Republicans confront a shrinking map, failed redistricting, economic headwinds and Trump's falling numbers.
Lawler's New York Seat Could Decide House Control
Rep. Mike Lawler, a two-term Republican, faces Democrat Cait Conley in a toss-up New York race that could tip House control in November.
Senate Races Will Cost Record Millions, Shutting Out Most Candidates
The 2026 Senate elections are shaping up to be the most expensive ever, forcing would-be candidates to either raise millions or tap personal wealth.

Vance Attacks H-1B Program as Tool to Replace American Workers
Vice President JD Vance accuses major companies of exploiting the visa program to hire cheaper foreign labor instead of American citizens.
Trump Posts Cotton's Number Over Daylight Saving Deadlock
The President escalated his feud with the Arkansas senator over the stalled Sunshine Protection Act, while Cotton's Democratic challenger argues voters care about inflation, not clocks.
Kalshi Launches Platform Betting Real Money on 2026 Elections
The financial exchange is offering live odds on midterm races, combining prediction market data with polling and fundraising figures.

Vance Rallies in Alaska as GOP Fights Two Toss-Up Races
Vice President JD Vance campaigned in Fairbanks for Republicans in competitive Senate and governor races, marking the Trump administration's first Alaska visit ahead of the midterms.
Dennis Hastert, Longest-Serving GOP Speaker, Dies at 84
The former House Speaker from Illinois, who led Republicans for eight years before his conviction in a child sexual abuse case, died at his home from natural causes.
Khanna Blasts Democratic Leaders, Pushes New Deal Platform
California Rep. Ro Khanna challenged party elders over their election losses, calling for Medicare for All and free childcare as Democrats chart their next course.

Minnesota Community Leader Played Both Sides in $250M Fraud Case
Omar Jamal, a self-appointed Somali community spokesman, took money from fraudsters while informing the FBI about them.
Latino Men Abandon Trump, Changing Midterm Map
Hispanic men who backed Trump in 2024 are souring on him over the economy, opening a path for Democrats to reclaim House seats.
Kennedy Warns GOP: Voters Won't Ignore Their Wallets in Midterms
Senator John Kennedy said Republicans cannot win by asking voters to disbelieve their checkbooks as inflation remains a dominant campaign issue
India's Cockroach Movement Protests Voter Deletions
Youth-led protests erupted in Mumbai on Friday over alleged mass removal of citizens from electoral rolls, with organizers demanding the election chief's resignation.

Youth Identification With LGBTQ Labels Drops, CDC and University Surveys Show
New data from the CDC, Brown University, and FIRE reveal declining rates of nonbinary and bisexual identification among high school and college students after years of increases.
McCormick Touts Economy as Diesel Hits $6, Farmers Face Doubled Fuel Costs
Senator McCormick cited lower inflation and manufacturing gains, but truckers and farmers say record diesel prices are squeezing them during harvest season.

Judge Orders Trump to Reveal Legal Memo on Deadly Boat Strikes
A federal judge rejected the administration's bid to keep secret its legal justification for maritime operations that have killed 234 people.

Trump Opens Midterm Push in Iowa, Betting on Economy Message
President Trump launched his 2026 midterm campaign in Iowa, prioritizing economic messaging while signaling a defensive Republican strategy focused on shoring up GOP-held seats with narrow margins.
Trump Orders Federal Government to Call AI 'Super Intelligence'
President Trump issued an executive order requiring U.S. agencies to adopt the new term, but California's governor immediately rejected it.

Trump's Economic Approval Hits New Lows as Midterms Near
President Trump's approval rating fell to 32 percent, three points below Biden's worst mark, as concerns over inflation and Iran conflict weigh on voters.
Education Department Rescinds Biden Title IX Rule, Democrats Condemn Move
The Department of Education has formally rescinded Biden-era protections for sexual assault survivors and LGBTQI+ students, reinstating the Trump administration's 2020 policy.