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PoliticsOct 15Scaramucci deadpans over Trump fixation with Husted’s butt: ‘Could say he’s bi-curious’Trump gushed about the ‘great athlete’ at a rally the president hosted in Ohio earlier this week to boost the Republican senator’s chances in the midterm electionsThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 15Watchdog group challenges legality of Kushner’s role in Trump administrationA watchdog group in a lawsuit on Wednesday challenged the legality of Jared Kushner’s role in his father-in-law’s administration. “Primarily, this suit seeks to bar Kushner from occupying his government position and exercising government authority in violation of the Appointments Clause,” the lawsuit, from Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), reads. “If not…The Hill
PoliticsOct 15Katie Zacharia Is Trump’s New Press Secretary. But Is She a Lawyer?Katie Zacharia told The New York Times that the confusion over her legal credentials was the result of one big misunderstanding.NYT US
PoliticsOct 152026 midterms: 'Trump has many levers to disrupt the election, but far fewer means to turn defeat into victory'The US president will likely not be able to 'steal' the November 3 midterm elections. However, he is expected to revive the narrative of electoral illegitimacy to make the 2028 presidential election a contest for revenge, writes US expert Lauric Henneton.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsOct 15At a gala in Washington, Milei said that Lula is a "communist dictator" and redoubled his support for Trump days before the US elections.The libertarian leader was an honored guest at a Hispanic community party also attended by Eduardo Bolsonaro, brother of the Brazilian candidate. Brazil votes in the second round on October 25 and the head of the White House faces legislative elections on November 3 with a risk of losing.Clarín
PoliticsOct 15How Trump Voters Feel About High Grocery Prices Ahead of The MidtermsWith the midterms nearing, some are venting frustration with the president while others are standing by him.NYT US
PoliticsOct 15Advocates fear potential witnesses handcuffed in back of ICE vehicle that struck Houston man could be deportedNidia Delfín said her brother was handcuffed in the back of the ICE vehicle when it hit a man, adding that he has no arrest warrants and that he was getting his green card when he was arrested.NBC News
PoliticsOct 15Watchdog group seeks to block Jared Kushner from serving in his volunteer envoy roleA prominent Washington watchdog group is suing Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of President Donald Trump, trying to block him from serving as one of the administration’s top envoys…Japan Today
PoliticsOct 15Trump again warns of Iranian attack on the US West Coast if it acquires nuclear weaponsTrump warns about Iran's nuclear risk and criticizes local leaders in Arizona. He highlights his intervention in the Islamic nation to prevent threats. In a rally, he attacks the state governor and a Muslim representative, while praising a magnate and mentioning a gift from the emir of CClarín
PoliticsOct 15Mexican court closes case against official over 2023 detention centre fireVictims' groups, however, have denounced the ruling as 'selective' justice that exonerates the former migration chief.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 14House Republicans are secretly admitting that they will lose the majority in November: reportWith the midterm elections right around the corner, Donald Trump has been stumping for Republican candidates — while struggling with his own record-low approval numbersThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Appeals Court Blocks California Law Mandating I.D. for Federal AgentsThe court said that California could not impose state requirements on federal law enforcement operations.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Trump team under fire for delaying IRS report on the impact of his tax cuts: ‘I think they’re hiding stuff’Data from missing reports under IRS chief Frank Bisignano could be embarrassing to Republicans running on Trump’s One Big Beautiful BillThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Unexpected House battles pop up deep in Trump countryRepublicans who haven't faced serious reelection fights in years are suddenly campaigning like they're running in swing districts.Why it matters: Democrats are eyeing House districts so Republican that they weren't even on the party's radar at the start of the 2026 midterm election cycle.That includes incumbents like Reps. John McGuire (R-Va.) and Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), neither of whom were seen as remotely vulnerable coming into the second Trump term.Most of these seats haven't elected a Democrat in years or even decades and are only truly in play if the party is winning nationally by doubAxios
PoliticsOct 14Republicans brace for three-way leader fight if they loseSpeaker Mike Johnson's sudden frank talk about his political future is upending the quiet maneuvering ahead of a post-election GOP leadership contest.Why it matters: The race could become a three-way fight if Johnson follows former Speaker Nancy Pelosi's example and tries to stay in leadership if Republicans lose the majority.Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) has widely been viewed as a top contender for the job — and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) did not seek a waiver to remain Judiciary chair, fueling speculation that he's preparing to run for leader.Many Republicans privately worry they're gAxios
PoliticsOct 14The Disappearing Women of the Trump AdministrationIn President Trump’s second term, those heading for the exits, voluntarily or involuntarily, are female officials.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Inflation Data Shows Prices Are Up, Worrying Republicans Ahead of the MidtermsThe newest inflation report gave Democrats a chance to tie pain at the pump to President Trump’s decisions.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Lisa Cook’s lawyers call Trump’s investigation committee ‘demonstrably biased’Lawyers for Federal Reserve board of governors member Lisa Cook called President Trump’s investigation committee into her “demonstrably biased.” “A hearing with demonstrably biased members, unspecified additional allegations, and an unclear schedule for the disclosure of any additional evidence – with no explanation for why it was not previously produced – is not a process…The Hill
PoliticsOct 14Katie Zacharia draws criticism after press secretary debutKatie Zacharia held her first briefing as White House press secretary on Tuesday, with critics calling it awkward and stilted. Political strategists Sawyer Hackett and Harrison Fields join "The Takeout" to discuss.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Inside Michigan’s critical midterm Senate battleNBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas speaks to Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, Republican Mike Rogers, and voters in Michigan.NBC News
PoliticsOct 14Mexico Bans Violent Content on Social Media for ChildrenJoining a global movement, President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a decree requiring the removal of a range of material for people under 18 and held out the prospect of tougher measures.NYT World
PoliticsOct 14Trump says "leakers should be shot" during Arizona rallyPresident Trump told supporters at an Arizona rally on Wednesday that he thinks "leakers should be shot." CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14DA looking to interview 2 witnesses in backseat of ICE vehicle in Houston incidentTwo people were allegedly in the back seat of an ICE vehicle when an agent struck a man during a pursuit in Texas on Saturday, the Harris County DA's office said.ABC News
PoliticsOct 14Denver Mayor Mike Johnston explains how city cut unsheltered homelessness by 64% in 3 yearsSince taking office in 2023, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has overseen a 64% decrease in unsheltered homelessness, outpacing the national rate. Johnston joins "The Takeout" to break down his administration's strategy.CBS News
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