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npr.org
Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump's plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales
Michigan's first Muslim senator-elect, Abdul El-Sayed, discusses his historic victory, an unlikely agreement with Trump on Israel military aid and the political divisions that remain.
+9 sources- yahoo.comDemocrats Win Michigan Senate as Abdul El-Sayed Makes History
Abdul El-Sayed will be the first Muslim U.S. senator in history.
- theguardian.comProgressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race to become first Muslim US senator
Democrat defeats Mike Rogers in race marked by Islamophobic attacks from Trump and Republican allies
- bbc.comLeft-wing Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race
El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
- thehill.comHaley Stevens triples down on Rogers endorsement after El-Sayed’s victory
Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) on Wednesday tripled down on her endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, where Democrat Abdul El-Sayed took victory after a bitter midterm battle on the campaign trail. Rogers lost to El-Sayed, receiving 45.48 percent of the vote to El-Sayed’s 52.52 percent, according to The Hill’s election partner Decision…
- cbsnews.comFrom "inshallah" to "alhamdulillah": Abdul El-Sayed celebrates historic Michigan Senate win in victory speech
The projected first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate told supporters in Detroit he had said "God willing" about the race all along, then took aim at Rogers, Vance and Trump. Here's what he said.
- clickondetroit.comArab Americans, Muslims celebrate historic win for El-Sayed as History and triumph over bigotry
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate win, part of a historic “Blue Wave” that swept Michigan and the rest of the country, has renewed focus on the voices and votes of Arab Americans.
- foxnews.comNYC's Mamdani says Abdul El-Sayed's Senate victory in Michigan 'means so much to so many'
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani praised Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate win over Republican Mike Rogers, describing it as "incredibly exciting."
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com'Over a billion of them': Abdul El-Sayed's reply to uncle over marrying an Indian goes viral
Abdul El-Sayed made history on Wednesday by becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate in the midterm elections, which saw Democrats gain control of Congress.
- latimes.comCommentary: Say his name: Abdul El-Sayed becomes the nation's first Muslim senator
Beyond the political implications, El-Sayed speaks for those of us who have been othered by our “foreign” heritage, the color of our skin, the food we eat, our accents or the way we pray.
- yahoo.comDemocrats Win Michigan Senate as Abdul El-Sayed Makes History
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bbc.com
Vice-President JD Vance says Republicans lost big because of war in Iran
President Donald Trump earlier acknowledged the Iran war was a factor but stood defiant on his decision to launch the attacks.
+12 sources- ft.comRepublicans turn on each other after disastrous midterms
GOP figures lash out at Donald Trump, his candidates and his staff over Iran war, cost of living and corruption allegations
- foxnews.comVance's scathing Iran war postmortem puts potential 2028 GOP showdown in focus: 'Everyone knows why'
JD Vance blamed the war for Republicans' sweeping midterm elections losses, saying voters who backed Trump in 2024 turned against the party in 2026.
- cnbc.comCrude oil prices fall below $90 a barrel as Vance blames GOP election defeat on Iran war
Crude oil prices tumbled Wednesday after Vice President JD Vance blamed the Republicans' steep midterm election losses on the Iran war.
- nbcnews.comVance tiptoes out on his own after a midterm wipeout for Republicans
The vice president, who has said the results could factor into his decision about running for president, sought rare, but meaningful, distance from Trump on the Iran war Wednesday.
- abcnews.comVance blames Iran war for Republicans' midterms defeat. Trump says he would 'do it again'
ABC News Voter poll found 34% of voters say the war was "crucial" to their vote.
- aljazeera.comTrump admits war on Iran led to election wipeout but he ‘had to do it’
President Trump admits Iran war 'largely' caused Republicans' US election wipeout, but says he 'had to do it'.
- theguardian.comPete Hegseth may take fall for Republicans’ midterm losses, despite Trump support
JD Vance calls Iran war into question as Thomas Massie files eight articles of impeachment
- yahoo.comFox Contributor Whines ‘Disloyal’ Vance Is Backstabbing Trump
A Fox News panelist has called JD Vance’s loyalty to Donald Trump into question after the vice president blamed the Iran War for Republicans’ midterm troubles. During a post-election broadcast of Spe...
- timesofindia.indiatimes.comTrump Jr backs JD Vance's 'reason we lost is the Iran war' remark after US midterms defeat
Every word of this is 💯💯💯
- wral.comAfter midterm loss, Trump is left to weigh his next move in Iran war that contributed to GOP debacle
WASHINGTON (AP) — As he takes stock of his Republican Party's midterm drubbing, President Donald Trump now faces the difficult question of what to do about his unpopular 8-month-old war against Iran.
- cnn.comRepublicans quickly turn against Pete Hegseth after midterms rout | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump may have made the decision to launch the war that tanked voters’ support for the GOP and dealt them a midterm shellacking. But the historic losses are accelerating a push for someone else to take the fall: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- npr.orgIran wary of new U.S. attacks despite Trump noting war's role in election losses
Both President Trump and Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the role the Iran war played in the GOP's election loss. Iran agrees, but it is wary of new attacks.
- ft.comRepublicans turn on each other after disastrous midterms
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theguardian.com
US midterm elections 2026 live updates: Democrats take control of Congress in major setback for Trump
Democrats flip seven Senate seats in Kansas, Iowa, Texas, Maine, Ohio, North Carolina and South Carolina; ‘blue wave’ rejects Trump’s agenda
+53 sources- thehill.comTexas, Alaska, Maine Senate races flip blue on DDHQ map
Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) is forecasting Senate races in Texas, Alaska and Maine will flip toward Democrats on Tuesday, enough to put the party in a prime position of winning back the upper chamber. …
- yahoo.comFrom Texas to Maine, Democrats are leading in Senate battlegrounds: Here's what the latest polls show
In order to flip the Senate, Democrats need to keep control of their 47 seats and gain four more.
- natesilver.netWhere polls and fundamentals clash
Democrats’ Senate odds are boosted by higher-quality candidates. But polls and other data mostly tell a consistent story.
- npr.orgWhat early voting numbers tell us about the midterms : Here & Now Anytime
Early voting numbers show large turnout among Black voters, young people and other groups that typically support Democrats. Meanwhile, opinion polls show Democrats winning enough seats to take control of the House, while control of the Senate remains up for grabs. We hear more from NPR's Stephen Fowler, who is traveling the country. Then, a political earthquake went off in Michigan on Sunday after Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens withdrew her endorsement of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and backed Republican Mike Rogers. Detroit Free Press' M.L. Elrick talks about what it means for the race. And, President Trump's Justice Department on Monday asked the Supreme Court to force California to set aside thousands of disputed ballots. We speak with Barbara McQuade, a law professor at the University of Michigan.
- foxnews.comThe battle for Congress is just the beginning. Here's what's at stake on Election Day
Election Day 2026 sees Republicans defending slim majorities as early voting shatters records with over 54 million ballots already cast nationwide.
- bbc.comThree scenarios for how the US midterm results could unfold
Democratic wave or Republican resilience? Here are three possible outcomes after Americans have their say.
- cbsnews.com2026 elections live updates on final day of midterm voting to determine Senate and House control
All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are on the ballot, while 36 states will be electing governors.
- cnbc.com5 things to watch on Election Day as Democrats push for control of Congress
Voters head to the polls Tuesday to decide control of Congress in an election that will define the last two years of Donald Trump's presidency.
- nbcnews.comFloods and severe weather beset parts of the U.S. on Election Day
The weather’s effect on voter turnout will be watched closely by campaigns seeking to draw as many supporters out to the polls as possible.
- newsweek.comDemocrats lead all Senate races surveyed by ‘most accurate pollster’
As voters head to the polls, Democrats hold advantages across 10 Senate contests that could shape control of Congress.
- nytimes.comEarly Voting Turnout Offers Promising Signs for Democrats
Early voting figures tell an incomplete story, but strong turnout among key demographics stood out in critical Senate battlegrounds.
- finance.yahoo.comPrediction markets give Republicans slightly better odds of holding the Senate. They’re more aligned with pollsters regarding the House.
Prediction markets and pollsters both say Democrats are favored to take both the US House and Senate on Tuesday.
- wbur.orgMass. voters hit the polls on Election Day
Across the country, the focus is on a few key races that could shift the balance of power on Capitol Hill. But in Massachusetts, incumbents are broadly expected to keep their seats. Residents are focused on the nine ballot questions that ask about issues ranging from gun laws to election rules.
- rte.ieDemocrats eye House gains as key races tighten
Democrats need four seats to win the House, but redistricting and several highly competitive races could complicate matters.
- wpr.orgWith Wisconsin's leadership on the line, voters head to the polls
It's Election Day, and voters in Wisconsin will choose Wisconsin's next governor. Their votes also could shift control in the state Legislature, where Republicans have held control for two decades.
- 19thnews.orgJuliana Stratton’s win in Illinois exemplifies a changing Senate
The midterm elections are set to reshape the face of an institution historically dominated by older White men and often likened to a country club.
- independent.co.ukUS midterm predictions latest: Democrats tipped to sweep Congress
Over $1.6 billion worth of bets have been placed this year according to one prediction platform
- pbs.orgLive Results: Nebraska Senate midterm election
Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races.
- globalnews.caU.S. midterm early returns suggest young voters swinging away from Trump, GOP - National | Globalnews.ca
Democrats are looking to win majorities in the House and Senate, which would curb Trump's power after he's faced few limits from a compliant Republican-controlled Congress.
- wsmv.comWhy some early Tennessee election results show razor-thin margins
With more than 50% of ballots counted in Tennessee, some races are seemingly close.
- cnn.comA blue wave, a rejection of Trump and other takeaways from the midterms | CNN Politics
The Democratic wave is here. The party claimed control of Congress and won governors’ races across the country on Tuesday – and now, as votes are counted in more key states, the question is how many more Republicans will be wiped out.
- bloomberg.comDemocrats Win US House Control, Move Closer to Senate Majority
Democrats won control of both chambers of the US Congress in a midterm election landslide that amounted to a rejection of President Donald Trump following widespread voter discontent with the economy and the war in Iran.
- calmatters.orgWill Democrats control Congress? Their path runs through California. Watch these races
As Democrats fight to control Congress, the party needs midterm California voters to deliver on the promise of Prop. 50 and oust five Republicans
- kstp.comThe Latest: Voters hand Democrats Senate control in sharp rebuke to Trump’s power
Democrats won control of the U.S. Senate and are on the brink of taking the House in Tuesday’s 2026 midterm elections in a widespread repudiation of President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Six Senate seats and two dozen in the House have flipped toward Democrats. It’s the first time in decades that Texas, Kansas and South Carolina have elected Democratic senators. Democrats in Georgia, Ohio, Iowa and Texas also won races for governor, flipping GOP-held offices. According to The AP Voter Poll, most voters appear to blame Trump's administration for high costs and want Congress to impose more checks on him.
- stlpr.orgIllinois election results: U.S. Senate, governor and congressional races
Voters in the Metro East cast ballots on Tuesday for governor, secretary of state and attorney general and in midterm contests for U.S. Senate and House.
- channel3000.comWisconsin Democrats win majority in State Senate
MADISON, Wis. -- For the first time in over 15 years, Democrats will hold a majority in the Wisconsin State Senate.
- texastribune.orgTexas GOP's gerrymander could backfire in U.S. House races
Republicans were heading toward losses in two U.S. House seats they already controlled and appeared on track to flip no more than one of their gerrymander targets.
- fox6now.comWisconsin election: Democrats win control of State Legislature for first time since 2011
For the first time since 2011, Democrats now have control of the Wisconsin Legislature after winning several key races during the 2026 midterm elections.
- hollywoodreporter.comKimmel Bashes Trump After Democrats’ Midterms “Tsunami”: “The Only Ass on His Mind Is the One That Just Got Handed to Him”
The ABC fixture was the first late night host to weigh in on the dramatic election results that included historic wins and the Democrats projected to take control of both chambers of Congress.
- ctmirror.orgBlue wave crashes over CT General Assembly
Democrats project majorities of at least 30-6 in the Senate and 111-40 in the House, with other races too close to call late Tuesday night.
- spotlightpa.orgDemocrats flip PA Senate, giving Shapiro a powerful trifecta
Unofficial election results show Pennsylvania Democrats are on track to win both chambers of the PA legislature.
- latimes.comRaman leads Bass in L.A. mayor’s race, Becerra wins governor, Democrats seize control of Congress
The race for Los Angeles mayor remained too close to call. Nationally, Democrats celebrated historic victories allowing them to seize control of Congress. Follow our live coverage.
- wunc.orgDemocrats to take majority in NC House, fall short of Senate majority
Democrats picked up four seats in the state Senate and are on track to flip more than a 16 seats in the House.The exact number of flipped seats could remain unclear in the coming days because multiple races could go to a recount.
- euronews.comUS midterms: What Trump's defeat means for Europe and global markets
Democrats have won both chambers of the US Congress. For Europe, the big questions are tariffs and Ukraine, where Trump still holds much of his power.
- newsday.comDemocrats make sweeping gains at the state level, taking control of legislatures and shifting power - Newsday
Democrats made sweeping gains in state governments in the midterm elections, taking control of several legislatures and shifting the balance of power across battleground and historically Republican-leaning states.
- newrepublic.comDemocrats Take Over Total Control in Four States With Trifecta Power
Democrats have secured a trifecta in four states this election—winning both chambers of the state legislature and the governor’s seat.
- wlrn.orgFlorida Republicans lose supermajority in state House. Hold slight edge of state Senate
Florida House Democratic Leader-designate Christine Hunschofsky said breaking the supermajority means Republicans can no longer act alone on certain major decisions, including overriding a governor’s veto or bypassing legislative rules, which require a two-thirds vote.
- mining.comDemocrats’ win puts US mining agenda under scrutiny
Democrats’ capture of Congress raises the prospect of greater scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s mining and energy agenda, even as pressure to […]
- abcnews.comDemocrats take the House. Here’s what they plan to investigate and their legislative agenda
"Lawyer up," the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee said.
- time.comWhat Experts Think the Democratic Blue Wave Will Mean For Climate Action
With a new majority in the House and Senate, here's what climate experts think Democrats will prioritize.
- grist.orgWhat a historic ‘blue wave’ midterm means for climate action
Democrats swept Congress and won in the states. Here are the races that matter most for decarbonization, disasters, and data centers.
- cfr.orgDemocrats Win Control of Congress. Here’s How That Could Affect U.S. Foreign Policy. | Council on Foreign Relations
Democrats won both the House and the Senate, setting up two years of divided government with a Republican White House. Nine CFR experts break down what that could mean for U.S. foreign policy.
- cleantechnica.comBlue Wave Not Climate Related, But Critical To Clean Energy & Electric Vehicles - CleanTechnica
Democrats absolutely crushed Republicans during the US midterm elections. I saw that it was the biggest electoral win since 1974. Texas is blue! Not just one position in Texas either — the governor is now a Democrat, a Democrat was elected to the US Senate, and the whole Texas legislature ... [continued]
- wfyi.orgDemocrats break Indiana House supermajority
A projected blue wave made a dent in Indiana Republican power Tuesday. At the Statehouse, Democrats broke the supermajority in the House and won districts they have not won in decades.
- aljazeera.comDemocrats won Congress. But can they deliver on their promises?
Despite their midterm election victories, Democrats face major obstacles to reining in Trump on Iran, tariffs and more.
- slate.comDemocrats’ Blue Wave Could Get Even Bigger
The elections are too close to call, but they’re not looking bad.
- ksat.comTexas Democrats rode a ‘blue-nami’ to power. What now?
Texas Democrats’ stunning sweep of statewide races — from governor to attorney general — appears to now be paired with a new majority in the Texas House.
- alaskapublic.org6 takeaways from Alaska’s election
Alaska’s election night brought surprises, close races and the likelihood of a Democratic governor for the first time in nearly 25 years.
- newyorker.comThe Night That Texas Went Blue
Before yesterday, Texas had not elected a Democrat to statewide office in 32 years. Now nearly every key position will be held by a Democrat.
- heatmap.newsDemocrats Retake Congress. Here’s What They Plan to Do With It.
Restoring renewable tax credits and investigating Energy Department funding cuts are on the table.
- staradvertiser.comTrump accepts electoral losses as he shows off ballroom construction | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Democrats vowed today to use their resounding midterm victory to rein in President Donald Trump, setting up two years of possible deadlock in Washington, as Trump spent his first post-election appearance showing off his under-construction White House ballroom.
- theconversation.comDemocrats in House poised to investigate the Trump Administration, taking up a long-standing power GOP-led Congress ignored for the past two years
Oversight has played an important role in American democracy. House Democrats – who are set to be the majority party in that chamber in 2027 – aim to use that power over the Trump administration.
- breakingdefense.comWhat now? Budget fight, Hegseth impeachment on deck for defense-focused lawmakers after midterms - Breaking Defense
Republicans now have a small window to advance defense funding priorities before Democrats take control of Capitol Hill.
- thehill.comTexas, Alaska, Maine Senate races flip blue on DDHQ map
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Dublin to Rome flight diverted after bomb threat
The plane issued an emergency alert and landed in northern France.
+7 sources- bbc.co.ukSeven planes searched after suspected bomb threats across Europe
One flight to Warsaw was diverted, while another in Rome was escorted by a military jet. No explosives have been found.
- theguardian.comSeven reported bomb threats against European flights confirmed as false alarms – Europe live
Bomb threats were made on routes involving a number of airlines, including Ryanair and WizzAir
- twincities.comFlights across Europe face disruption after false bomb threats
No injuries were reported, and none of the planes made emergency landings.
- independent.co.ukSeven European flights searched over suspected bomb attacks: Live updates
A plane departing from London Heathrow has been diverted to Warsaw-Modlin
- bloomberg.comSeries of Bomb Threats Forces Flight Diversions Across Europe
The European aviation industry was jolted by an unusual spate of bomb threats in the past two days, with planes carrying hundreds of passengers being diverted to airports under the watch of fighter jets. No explosives were found.
- yahoo.comBomb threats ground flights across Europe
A series of bomb threats grounded flights across Europe on Tuesday, raising suspicions of a co-ordinated sabotage attempt.
- inshorts.comRyanair planes searched in Rome after bomb threats
Two Ryanair aircraft were searched after landing in Rome following suspected bomb threats targeting several flights across Europe, triggering security checks at multiple airports and disrupting air travel. One of the aircraft, which departed from Dublin, was escorted by Italian Air Force before landing in the Italian capital. Both planes subsequently underwent security inspection by authorities.
- bbc.co.ukSeven planes searched after suspected bomb threats across Europe
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cbsnews.com
U.S. election results, a sharp setback for Trump, draw reaction from around the world
Iran says the U.S. election results reflect a rejection of war and Spain's leader says it's another sign of a right-wing populist wave falling apart.
+2 sources- aljazeera.com‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results
Iran's top negotiator says US voters sent a “NO TO WAR” message, as Trump's Democratic opponents take Congress.
- time.comWhat the Midterms Mean for the Iran War
Iranian leaders have hailed what they say is Americans’ rejection of the war, while Republicans look for answers and Democrats decide what’s next.
- aljazeera.com‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results
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US singer Bob Dylan meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City
Pope Leo had previously quoted Dylan's work in the preface of a book warning against nuclear rearmament.
+3 sources- vaticannews.vaPope Leo receives Bob Dylan at the Vatican - Vatican News
The renowned American singer-songwriter and poet—a Nobel laureate in literature, currently touring Italy with a stop in Rome—was received this ...
- rollingstone.comBob Dylan Meets With Pope Leo XIV in a Private Audience
Pope Leo XIV received Bob Dylan at the Vatican on Wednesday for a private audience.
- npr.orgBob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican
The American singer-songwriter and poet visited with the American pope at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy. The Vatican said the encounter was brief.
- vaticannews.vaPope Leo receives Bob Dylan at the Vatican - Vatican News
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Joshua Wong, face of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests, jailed for 10 years
Wong, 30, is among hundreds of Hongkongers detained under the controversial national security law.
+2 sources- theguardian.comHong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison in national security case
Wong, 30, has been imprisoned since 2020 and is the only activist in Hong Kong prosecuted twice under national security laws
- npr.orgHong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison
Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdown on the city's once-thriving pro-democracy movement.
- theguardian.comHong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison in national security case
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adn.com
Early results show Peltola and Sullivan in tight U.S. Senate race
Sen. Dan Sullivan is looking to win a third term. Mary Peltola, a former U.S. representative, has raised record amounts of money to challenge him.
+2 sources- alaskapublic.orgSullivan and Peltola locked in tight U.S. Senate race as more results come in
With more than 80% of precincts reporting, incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan took a slight lead over Democrat Mary Peltola.
- yahoo.comThe Lawsuit Over Two Dan Sullivans May Not Be Over Yet
Alaska’s razor-thin Senate race keeps a DOJ legal fight over the two Sullivans alive.
- alaskapublic.orgSullivan and Peltola locked in tight U.S. Senate race as more results come in
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npr.org
Democrat Troy Jackson wins Maine Senate race over Republican Susan Collins
Democrat Troy Jackson defeated Republican incumbent Susan Collins for U.S. Senate in Maine, a crucial flip for Democrats.
+9 sources- pressherald.comTroy Jackson leads Susan Collins by 6 points in final NYT/Press Herald/Siena poll
Maine's highest-profile race in years could determine the fate of the Senate.
- wgme.comCollins, Jackson clash over key issues in Maine Senate race
Maine voters will decide Tuesday whether to give Republican Sen. Susan Collins a sixth term in Washington or elect Democratic challenger Troy Jackson.
- newsweek.comTroy Jackson's chances of beating Susan Collins—what final Maine polls show
While Jackson holds leads in several polls, Collins has defied comparable disadvantages in past races.
- nbcnews.comMaine U.S. Senate Election 2026 Live Results: Susan Collins vs. Troy Jackson
Follow live election results as voters head to the polls for the 2026 Maine Senate race. Watch in real-time as midterm outcomes arrive.
- bbc.comRepublican Susan Collins loses seat, ending almost 30 years in the Senate
Maine's Senate race was mired in controversy after Democratic nominee Graham Planter withdrew following multiple scandals.
- abc7news.comMaine 2026 live midterm results: 5-term GOP Sen. Susan Collins concedes to Democratic challenger
Voters will cast ballots in the Senate race between Democrat Troy Jackson and incumbent GOP Sen. Susan Collins.
- cbsnews.comTroy Jackson wins 2026 Maine Senate election, ousting Susan Collins and flipping seat for Democrats
Democrat Troy Jackson defeated longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins in the Maine Senate race, CBS News projects.
- foxnews.comGOP senator's 30-year reign ends as 5th-generation logger pulls off stunning upset
Troy Jackson's upset over Susan Collins ends her nearly three-decade Senate career and hands Democrats a critical pickup in the 2026 midterms.
- bostonglobe.comHow Troy Jackson toppled Susan Collins, the ultimate Republican survivor - The Boston Globe
Throughout his short campaign, Troy Jackson was doubted, disrepected, and counted out. But early Wednesday morning, he was exalted.
- pressherald.comTroy Jackson leads Susan Collins by 6 points in final NYT/Press Herald/Siena poll
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fox9.com
Hakeem Jeffries set to make history as first Black house speaker
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House in U.S. history after Democrats flipped the chamber in the 2026 midterm elections, securing majority control of Congress.
+6 sources- cnn.comHakeem Jeffries is on track to make House speaker history. But major challenges lay ahead | CNN Politics
Hakeem Jeffries is now on a clear path to be elected House speaker in January, a position that effectively hands him control of a newly resurgent Democratic party in President Donald Trump’s final two years in power.
- npr.orgHakeem Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House
As speaker, the New York Democrat would be second in the presidential line of succession, after the vice president. He has vowed to focus on affordability and holding the administration accountable.
- aljazeera.comHakeem Jeffries promises ‘affordability’ focus after Democratic midterm win
Democratic leader says party expects at least 255 House seats and promises to deliver on affordability.
- fox5atlanta.comProgressives fume at Hakeem Jeffries for saying Democrats won't 'get even' with Trump
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., drew progressive criticism Wednesday after saying Democrats should focus on lowering costs following their midterm victories instead of getting "even" with the Trump administration.
- abcnews.comElection 2026 live results: Hakeem Jeffries officially launches bid to be 1st Black speaker of the House
House Democrats will hold leadership elections on Nov. 18.
- sg.news.yahoo.comHakeem Jeffries Faces Backlash After 1 Telling Comment On Possible Trump Impeachment
Jeffries is poised to become the first Black speaker of the House after Democrats won a resounding midterm victory on Tuesday.
- cnn.comHakeem Jeffries is on track to make House speaker history. But major challenges lay ahead | CNN Politics
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2 Native American women make history in 2026 midterm elections
In New Mexico, former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was elected governor, making her the first Native American woman elected to lead a U.S. state. In Minnesota, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan became the first Native American woman senator.
+2 sources- thehill.comDeb Haaland wins New Mexico governor’s race
Democrat Deb Haaland is projected to defeat her Republican opponent Gregg Hull in New Mexico’s gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Haaland, who served as Interior secretary under former President Biden, will become the first Native American woman to serve as governor of a U.S. state. She previously made history as one of…
- theguardian.comDeb Haaland wins in New Mexico and will become first female Native American governor
Democratic candidate defeated Republican Gregg Hull, businessman and longtime mayor of Rio Rancho
- thehill.comDeb Haaland wins New Mexico governor’s race
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tdn.com
Washington Initiative 638 to ban trans girls in school sports leads
According to the Secretary of State’s office, 57% of voters said yes on Initiative 638, one of three ballot measures backed by conservative political committee Let’s Go Washington.
+2 sources- seattletimes.comEffort to ban trans girls in K-12 school sports leads
Washington is among the first states in the nation to put the question of transgender girls' participation in school sports directly before voters.
- opb.orgWashington initiative to ban trans students from girls’ sports ahead in early returns
A statewide ban on transgender students competing in girls’ school sports was leading on election night, according to early tallies.
- seattletimes.comEffort to ban trans girls in K-12 school sports leads
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calmatters.org
What happened in California's election while you were sleeping
Midterm election results empowered California Democrats to challenge President Trump in Congress. Voters chose Xavier Becerra to follow Gov. Gavin Newsom.
+7 sources- nbcnews.comFormer Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race
Becerra, a longtime fixture in Democratic politics in the state, beat Republican Steve Hilton, NBC News projects.
- abc7.comLive election results: Bass holds lead over Raman in LA mayoral race
Polls closed in California, and Democrat Xavier Becerra was projected to win in the governor's race over Republican Steve Hilton.
- kqed.orgXavier Becerra Wins California Governor’s Race | KQED
Becerra will be the first Latino to be elected as California governor with his decisive win over Republican Steve Hilton.
- pbs.orgDemocrat Xavier Becerra wins California governor's race, defeating Republican Steve Hilton
The odds were in Becerra's favor as a Democrat running in a state that hasn't elected a Republican statewide in 20 years.
- cbsnews.comBecerra prepares to take office as California governor, with budget challenges looming
Speaking to supporters in West Sacramento on Tuesday night, Becerra looked ahead to a new chapter in California politics.
- sfgate.comCalmatters: Xavier Becerra Is Californias Next Governor: Five Things To Know
CalMatters
- foxnews.comCalifornia voters decide who will succeed Newsom in consequential governor's race
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton battled over housing costs, homelessness and Trump in the race to succeed Gavin Newsom as governor.
- nbcnews.comFormer Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race
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tmz.com
'Breaking Bad' Star Dean Norris and Wife Bridget Divorcing Amid Financial Issues
"Breaking Bad" star Dean Norris is in the middle of divorcing his longtime wife, Bridget Norris, while they deal with serious financial issues, TMZ has learned.
+1 source- pagesix.com‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris’ secret divorce revealed amid $1M bankruptcy filing
The actor and the former entertainment lawyer have been married for over 20 years and share five children together.
- pagesix.com‘Breaking Bad’ star Dean Norris’ secret divorce revealed amid $1M bankruptcy filing
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missionlocal.org
Scott Wiener wins Nancy Pelosi's seat after Connie Chan concedes
Scott Wiener has won his bid to be San Francisco's next member of Congress. Connie Chan conceded on Wednesday.
+1 source- sfgate.comConnie Chan concedes to Scott Wiener in SF congressional race
"This is a win for everyone, for every single person in San Francisco."
- sfgate.comConnie Chan concedes to Scott Wiener in SF congressional race
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UK commits to 'time-bound' talks on slavery apology
British diplomats are looking to offer reassurance that there is a sense of urgency to deal with the issue, even if a date for doing so is not yet confirmed, Chris Mason writes.
+3 sources- aljazeera.comBurnham ‘open’ to UK slavery apology, but not reparations: Why now?
The UK PM's statement comes as Commonwealth nations meet in Antigua and Barbuda.
- theguardian.comKing Charles addresses summit as demands for slavery apology grow
Speaking in Antigua, the king did not give explicit support for reparations but said he wanted to ‘address past wrongs’
- dw.comUK's King Charles III decries the 'monstrous injustice' of the transatlantic slave trade
King Charles has told leaders at a Commonwealth summit that the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade "fills my heart with horror." He did not address calls for apologies and reparations.
- aljazeera.comBurnham ‘open’ to UK slavery apology, but not reparations: Why now?
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Israel’s president accepts certified election results in a blow to Netanyahu’s claim of vote fraud
President Isaac Herzog is required now to sit down with various party leaders to determine who to name as prime minister-designate — a process that could potentially bring Netanyahu’s opponents to power.
+4 sources- aljazeera.comIsrael political deadlock leaves Netanyahu’s future hanging in the balance
With neither bloc near a majority, Arab and ultra-Orthodox parties hold the key to Israel’s next government..
- bostonherald.comIsrael’s president accepts certified election results in a blow to Netanyahu’s claim of vote fraud
Herzog said he would begin consultations with party representatives to form a new government.
- yahoo.comHerzog holds first consultations with parties, RZP, Shas recommend Netanyahu to receive mandate
The consultations began with a delegation from Religious Zionist Party after a delay caused by a security screening machine that triggered an alert while screening visitors. The first consultations be...
- pbs.orgIsrael's president takes first steps on building new government after accepting election results
Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday accepted the certified results of last week’s parliamentary elections as legally binding and began consultations with party representatives on forming a new government.
- aljazeera.comIsrael political deadlock leaves Netanyahu’s future hanging in the balance
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'Extinction-level event': DeSantis warns Republican Party faces political catastrophe
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is sounding the alarm after devastating Republican losses in the 2026 midterm elections, warning the party could face years in the pol
+6 sources- tampabay.comDeSantis’ election post-mortem: ‘Extinction-level event’ if not for Florida
DeSantis had harsh words for the brutal losses Republicans nationwide suffered.
- yahoo.comDeSantis says Florida GOP 'held the line'
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday that Republicans face a difficult road nationally after Democrats made major gains in the 2026 midterm elections, while praising Florida for holding the line against w...
- wjla.com'Extinction-level event': DeSantis warns Republican Party faces political catastrophe
"We're in a deep hole nationally as a result of this election," DeSantis warned.
- bloomberg.comDeSantis Calls GOP’s Midterm Wipeout ‘Extinction Level Event’
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the blue wave that swept over just about every corner of the US on Election Day — except his state — was akin to a “meteor strike” for the Republican Party.
- fox13news.com2026 Election: DeSantis warns of ‘deep hole’ for Republicans nationally, says Florida held the line
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday that Republicans face a difficult road nationally after Democrats made major gains in the 2026 midterm elections, while praising Florida for holding the line against what Republicans described as a nationwide "blue wave."
- foxnews.comFlorida DeSantis describes GOP midterms wipeout as 'close to an extinction-level event' for Republicans
Outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called the midterm elections results a "close to an extinction-level event" for Republicans around the U.S.
- tampabay.comDeSantis’ election post-mortem: ‘Extinction-level event’ if not for Florida
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Democratic socialist Angela Gonzales-Torres defeats embattled Rep. Jimmy Gomez
Democrat Angela Gonzales-Torres has won election to U.S. House in California's 34th Congressional District.
+2 sources- laist.comNewcomer Gonzales-Torres defeats incumbent in California's 34th Congressional District race
Gonzales-Torres is a democratic socialist. Gomez, a close ally of disgraced former Congressman Eric Swalwell, had faced misconduct allegations.
- mynewsla.com31-Year-Old Democratic Socialist Defeats Rep. Jimmy Gomez - MyNewsLA.com
Eagle Rock Democratic Rep. Jimmy Gomez Wednesday conceded defeat to his 31-year-old Democratic Socialist challenger Angela Gonzales-Torres in the 34th Congressional District. The 51-year-old Gomez issued an eight-paragraph statement on social media at 2:51 p.m. Wednesday beginning with “as my time in the House of Representatives comes to an end.” “I’m proud of what we […]
- laist.comNewcomer Gonzales-Torres defeats incumbent in California's 34th Congressional District race
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Datacenters were on the ballot. US voters rejected them
Voters approved nearly every datacenter moratorium that was on the ballot, dozens in total in Tuesday’s elections
+3 sources- wired.comThe Results Are In: Voters Hate Data Centers
From high-profile Senate races to local rezoning initiatives, data centers and their supporters did miserably on the ballot in the 2026 midterms.
- cnbc.comVoters rebuff data centers in every ballot measure except one during the 2026 midterms
Voters in the states at the heart of the AI data center boom pushed back on the buildout on Election Night.
- 404media.coAmerican Voters Overwhelmingly Reject AI Data Centers
Data centers were on the ballot in dozens of races last night. They lost most of them.
- wired.comThe Results Are In: Voters Hate Data Centers
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Talarico, Hinojosa lead historic election night for Democrats
History was made in Texas during the 2026 midterm elections, as Democrats James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa claimed victories.
+11 sources- 19thnews.orgJames Talarico wins Texas Senate seat in race focused on masculinity and anti-trans attacks
With his defeat of Ken Paxton, Talarico becomes the first Democrat to win a statewide race in Texas since 1994.
- nbcnews.comDemocrat James Talarico turns Texas Senate seat blue, defeating Ken Paxton
Talarico has made history in Texas, notching a Democratic Senate victory there for the first time since 1988, NBC News projects.
- bbc.comJames Talerico becomes first Democrat to turn a Texas Senate seat blue since 1988
"This wasn't just a tsunami, not just a referendum, but this was a bloodbath," one expert told the BBC on Democrats' historic wins in Texas.
- npr.orgDemocrat James Talarico wins Texas Senate seat
Democrat James Talarico has won the Senate seat in Texas, according to a race call by the Associated Press.
- theguardian.comJames Talarico wins Texas Senate race in historic victory for Democrats
Jubilant Talarico says ‘Tonight we defeated Goliath’ as Ken Paxton defeat a crushing blow to Trump and Republicans
- kut.orgTexas election results: Democrats break decades-long losing streak in Texas as Talarico wins Senate race, Hinojosa unseats Abbott
James Talarico wins Texas' U.S. Senate race, while Gov. Greg Abbott concedes to Gina Hinojosa. Here's where other statewide races stand.
- cbsnews.comJames Talarico wins Texas 2026 Senate election, flipping seat for Democrats
Democrat James Talarico will defeat Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, CBS News projects, marking a major flip for Democrats that they have long sought in the Lone Star State.
- foxnews.comTrump's gamble on Ken Paxton backfires as Democrat pulls off historic Texas Senate upset
James Talarico flipped Texas' Senate seat for Democrats after Trump's backing of Ken Paxton backfired amid corruption allegations and a GOP schism.
- dallasnews.comMap: How did neighborhoods across Dallas County vote in the Texas Senate race?
Most political observers expected James Talarico to win the county, generally seen as one of the state’s Democratic strongholds.
- fortune.comJames Talarico was a 23-year-old middle school teacher when an 11-year-old inspired him to run for office—now he's making history in Texas as Senator | Fortune
James Talarico is now Texas’ first elected Democratic Senator in nearly four decades. And it all started when one struggling student’s story inspired him.
- texastribune.orgRepublicans lost ground in rural Texas
James Talarico ran up the score in the Panhandle, while rural Texans living along the Louisiana border stayed home.
- 19thnews.orgJames Talarico wins Texas Senate seat in race focused on masculinity and anti-trans attacks
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Raman ousts Bass as Los Angeles mayor
Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman (D) is projected to become the next mayor of Los Angeles after ousting embattled Mayor Karen Bass (D) after one term, according to Decision Desk HQ. The race was called Wednesday evening with Raman leading by about 26,000 votes—roughly 3 percent—out of 784,262 votes cast, per DDHQ. Raman…
+3 sources- abc7.comBass, Raman tied in mayor's race; undecided voters could decide race despite high unfavorability
A recent poll found Karen Bass and Nithya Raman locked in a close race, with a significant share of voters still undecided ahead of the election.
- latimes.comNithya Raman narrowly leads Karen Bass in tight L.A. mayor's race
The contest was in many ways generational, with 73-year-old Bass, a political veteran, courting longtime voters and Raman, 45, courting younger Angelenos.
- bloomberg.comDSA’s Raman Beats Bass in Los Angeles Mayor Race, DDHQ Projects
Nithya Raman is projected to win the Los Angeles mayor’s race, according to Decision Desk HQ, ousting incumbent Karen Bass and putting a democratic socialist in charge of the second-largest US city.
- abc7.comBass, Raman tied in mayor's race; undecided voters could decide race despite high unfavorability
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‘Gun That Won the West’ is Idahoans’ top state gun pick
The Winchester Model 1873 led Idaho’s vote for state gun with 31 percent in a non-binding election honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the state’s firearms heritage.
+1 source- ua.news2026 U.S. Elections: Idaho to Choose Official State Firearm from Among Six Models — CNN
In the election in the U.S. state of Idaho, residents are not only deciding on political issues but also selecting the state’s symbolic weapon. The ballot features six models of firearms—ranging from the legendary 1873 Colt “Peacemaker” revolver to the Remington 700 rifle.
- ua.news2026 U.S. Elections: Idaho to Choose Official State Firearm from Among Six Models — CNN
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Malachi Toney expected to undergo surgery after injuring ankle in practice ahead of showdown with Notre Dame
There is hope within the program that Toney's injury won't be season-ending
+1 source- espn.comSources: Miami star WR Malachi Toney to have surgery for high ankle sprain
Miami star Malachi Toney has a high ankle sprain and will have surgery, sidelining the receiver for Saturday's game against Notre Dame and beyond.
- espn.comSources: Miami star WR Malachi Toney to have surgery for high ankle sprain
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Democrat ahead in Mississippi by dozens of votes in surprisingly tight race for Senate
If Democrat Scott Colom wins the race, he could become the first black US senator elected in Mississippi since 1875.
+7 sources- wlox.comHyde-Smith, Colom neck-and-neck with majority of votes tallied
As Election Day neared its end, junior senator candidates Cindy Hyde-Smith (R) and Scott Colom (D) addressed their watch parties to close the night.
- thehill.comMississippi Senate race too close to call
Mississippi’s Senate race remained too close to call early Wednesday, with Democratic challenger Scott Colom holding a razor-thin lead over Sen. Cindy Hyde Smith (R) by less than 1 percentage point. With nearly all ballots counted, Colom led Hyde-Smith by a little over 2,000 votes — 461,370 to 459,201 — as of early Wednesday morning,…
- mississippifreepress.orgDemocrat Scott Colom Leads Mississippi US Senate Race by 28 Votes Against Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith
At midnight, Democrat Scott Colom led Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by just 28 votes out of nearly 1 million cast.
- cbsnews.comMississippi Senate race still a toss-up, with margin of under 100 votes
The Senate race in deep-red Mississippi remains unresolved Wednesday morning, as Democrat Scott Colom has mounted a surprisingly competitive challenge to incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
- wlbt.comScott Colom projects victory in razor-thin Mississippi Senate race as uncounted ballots linger
The final outcome will likely hinge on uncounted ballots.
- nbcnews.comMississippi Senate race heads to an extended vote count and possible ballot battle
Both campaigns say “thousands” of ballots are outstanding as just a few dozen votes separate Democrat Scott Colom and GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
- time.comHow the Mississippi Senate Race Became a Nail-Biter
Eyes are on the closely divided race, where Democratic challenger Scott Colom is leading GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by a razor-thin margin.
- wlox.comHyde-Smith, Colom neck-and-neck with majority of votes tallied
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Tampa Citibank shooting leaves 1 dead, gunman killed after attack in cafeteria
The victim was reported wounded and bleeding in the cafeteria of the Citibank Center in Brandon, outside of Tampa, according to Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) scanner traffic.
+2 sources- abcnews.com1 killed, suspect dead in shooting at Florida business complex: Authorities
The suspect was fatally shot by a security guard during an exchange of gunfire inside a cafeteria in the Tampa-area Citibank office complex, according to authorities.
- independent.co.ukGunman shot by security guard after killing woman at Citibank complex near Tampa
Haunting video showed the gunman walking through the courtyard with a rifle before opening fire
- abcnews.com1 killed, suspect dead in shooting at Florida business complex: Authorities
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theconversation.com
Pennsylvania Democrats now have power to push forward on election reform, marijuana legalization and minimum wage increases
Pennsylvania has had a split legislature since 2000. No more.
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slate.com
Get Ready for the Great Democratic Judicial Blockade
Some earthquakes are felt with greatest force far from their epicenter.
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Abdul El-Sayed Senate election: How Cairo, Middle East analysts view the win | The Jerusalem Post
Samir Ragheb, President of the Arab Foundation for Development and Strategic Studies, told TML that although El-Sayed "carries weight across the Arab and Muslim worlds … Cairo heard criticism."
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Zelda: Ocarina of Time "docked versus handheld" graphics and framerate comparison
Looking top-notch either way
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Trump accepts midterm results as system holds up against election interference efforts
Administration had waged aggressive bid to sow doubt about midterms results but worst fears were not realized
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Tech hit by new AI worries on positive day for most markets - kuwaitTimes
HONG KONG: Tech firms tumbled on Thursday as investors weighed the outlook for the artificial intelligence (AI) boom after Democrats swept the US midterms, part...
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cnbc.com
Defense giant Rheinmetall plunges 16% after cutting outlook on stalled military contracts
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
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foxbusiness.com
Powerball's massive $847M jackpot won by lucky ticket holder in New Jersey
A New Jersey ticket matched all six Powerball numbers to claim the $847 million jackpot on Wednesday, but the winner's identity remains a mystery.
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france24.com
Live: France braces for nationwide strikes in fresh test for Macron’s policies
Strikes and demonstrations are planned across France on Thursday, with trade unions urging the government to support households struggling with rising living costs. The nationwide action follows weeks…
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kqed.org
Bay Area Lawmakers on How They’ll Use Their New Power in Congress | KQED
We’ll hear from Bay Area members of Congress about their plans for investigating the Trump administration
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Victor Wembanyama makes NBA history with 52-point, 24-rebound, 8-block game in Spurs win
No player in NBA history has posted a game with those numbers.
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nbcnews.com
Bob Dylan comes knockin’ on pope’s door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican
Leo had quoted from an unpublished protest song Dylan penned in 1963, “Go Away You Bomb,” in his 2026 book “Disarmed and Disarming: Peace Is a Gift.”
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abcnews.com
Warner projected to win in Virginia Senate race
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wdrbwave.com
Indiana House shifts to bipartisan balance as 14-year GOP supermajority ends
Indiana House Republicans lost their 14-year supermajority in Tuesday's election.
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‘A Watergate-level repudiation’: Ted Cruz weighs in on midterm wave
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, urged his party to prioritize pocketbook issues after Democrats swept elections across the state.
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hollywoodreporter.com
Six Hollywood Consequences of Tuesday’s Democrat Blockbuster
From the federal tax credit to cable-news trolling to AI regulation, the world looks a lot different today than it did last week before the election.
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thedailybeast.com
Trumpy Justice Spills on Retirement Plan After Midterms Mess
The court’s second-oldest justice has acknowledged pressure to step aside.
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Did Republican efforts to redistrict the House turn into a dummymander? A state-by-state guide
Republicans undertook a historic effort to redraw several states' Congressional districts mid-decade in an attempt to maintain control of the House.
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Billionaire Leon Black sues Rep. Robert Garcia, alleging defamation over Epstein comments
Garcia is poised to be the next chair of the House Oversight Committee, which has subpoenaed Black as part of its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.
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sfchronicle.com
Nancy Pelosi went all in to anoint Connie Chan as her successor. It didn’t work
OPINION: Connie Chan’s loss is another sign of Nancy Pelosi’s waning political influence. Still, it will be a footnote on her Mount Rushmore-worthy career as one of the most effective...
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Death Spiral Averted: Bay Area Transit Taxes RTM and Proposition H Declare Victory | KQED
Public transportation advocates celebrate measures that avert major service cuts for the region’s transit agencies.
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Anger over GOP education agenda helped fuel Democratic sweeps in Texas, advocates say
Before they flipped Texas blue, Gina Hinojosa and James Talarico made names for themselves fighting book bans, private school vouchers and restrictions on classroom instruction.
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theverge.com
X says its updated web app is way faster
It’s rolling out now.
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nbcnews.com
Inside the miscalculations that cost Trump control of Congress
NBC News spoke to more than 50 people, including key party officials and strategists, about the Democratic moves and Republican missteps that delivered Tuesday’s blue wave.
