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Jordanian officer killed in Amman stabbing, suspect arrested, security agency says
DUBAI, Nov 5 (Reuters) - A Jordanian security officer was killed and another was wounded in a stabbing attack in Amman on Thursday, Jordan's Public Security Directorate said, adding that the suspect had been arrested. The attack took place…
What can Democrats do in Congress under President Trump?
What can the Democratic party actually change when it comes to Donald Trump’s decisions, policies and presidency?
"They Have Eyes": How Trump's Corruption Became a Top Concern for Midterm Voters
Democrats regained control of both the House and the Senate in Tuesday’s historic midterm elections, a comeback fueled largely by voter anger over high prices and the war on Iran. But surveys also found that corruption was a major concern…
First Gen Z Congresswoman: DSA's Melat Kiros on Corruption, Medicare for All & Israel
The Democratic Socialists of America made major gains in this year’s U.S. midterms, electing not just the largest-ever socialist bloc to Congress, but also winning dozens of races at the state, county and municipal levels. Democracy Now!…
Nicki Minaj doubles down on Trump support and parrots same message as White House post-midterms
Rapper had joined the president at the October 25 Michigan rally and said, ‘I love him so much’
At 26, Sean Duffy's son-in-law is headed to Congress as its youngest member
Michael Alfonso, 26, won Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District with Trump's endorsement and plans to push affordability and reigniting the American dream.
Trump complains it’s ‘so dark outside’ early and begs Congress to end clock switching
Amid his post-midterm election blues, Trump called on Congress to pass one last piece of legislation for him
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How Trump Is Reacting to the Midterm Results
In the days after Republicans suffered massive midterm election defeats, President Trump appeared unmoved. The New York Times’s White House correspondent Maggie Haberman explains how Trump’s public demeanor compares with what he has shared…
Key federal panel is expected to approve Trump's arch while it's being challenged in court
A key federal panel is expected to give final approval to President Donald Trump’s proposed memorial arch near downtown Washington
The Country Says "No" to Trump: Not Just Congress, the Blue Tsunami Flips Statehouses Across U.S.
We examine the results of Tuesday’s historic U.S. midterm elections with Daniel Nichanian, editor-in-chief of Bolts. In addition to taking back the House and Senate, Democrats also made major gains at the state level and will control a…
Headlines for November 5, 2026
Vance Blames Republican Election Losses on the U.S. War on Iran, Florida’s GOP Gov. DeSantis Calls Election “Extinction-Level Event for Republicans”, Yemeni Government Claims to Have Thwarted Large-Scale Attack by Ansar Allah in Taiz…
Republican AGs stand ready as 'last line of defense' against leftist policies after dismal midterms for party
Republican Attorneys General Association memo reveals GOP AG candidates ran 4.62 points ahead of Senate hopefuls across key midterm election states.
France: High schools blocked again as students reject government responses as 'meaningless'
🇫🇷 Students are blocking their schools and universities across France again this Thursday, November 5, despite the government’s response, which they deem insufficient.
Melania Trump to host Russia, Ukraine representatives at the White House in rare meeting
First Lady Melania Trump will host representatives from Russia and Ukraine at the White House on Thursday, her latest diplomatic initiative after an unprecedented humanitarian ceasefire she helped broker between the warring sides.
GOP lawmaker says more qualified officials should lead Pentagon, questions Hegseth's 'moral compass'
Rep. Don Bacon alleges Pete Hegseth lacks a "moral compass" and says the war secretary "doesn't have a lot of friends on the Hill" today.
Red Florida’s Blue Silver Linings
Democrats in Florida may have been nursing their FOMO hangovers Wednesday morning as they assessed remarkable Republican losses in other ruby-red statewide races for governor, attorney general, and US Senate. It seemed like the blue wave…
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How the Federal Reserve Emerged as a Winner From the US Election
Risks to Fed autonomy are seen fading with Democrats serving as a brake on Trump.
What's next for Democrats after the midterms. And, a look at the outstanding races
Democrats have regained control of Congress. They have a long list of investigations into Trump planned. And, not all races have been called. Here's a look at how they could affect the Dems' majority.
How Trump lost control of Congress and Musk’s Texas businesses brace for blue wave: Morning Rundown
The Republican missteps that led to the party losing control of Congress.
Democrats prepare to take Congress after sweeping wins
After Democrats' sweeping House and Senate victories, the party is laying out how it plans to wield power, while President Trump and Republicans react to their midterm losses.
University of Michigan students rally behind Abdul El-Sayed after his Senate win over Mike Rogers
Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate win sparked celebration at the University of Michigan, where young voters say cost of living drove turnout.
Netanyahu's position weakens as rival secures broad backing to try to form government
By Maayan Lubell and Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu's position in the post-election battle to stay on as Israel's prime minister weakened on Thursday after an ultra-Orthodox Jewish party withheld support…
‘Knives out’: Will Congress impeach Pete Hegseth after GOP midterms loss?
Democrats can adopt the impeachment articles in the House but will need Republican backing in the Senate.