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Jim Jordan Elected House GOP Minority Leader
Politics
— 18h
Jim Jordan emerged as the apparent frontrunner in the contest to lead House Republicans after their midterm losses, with allies claiming he had more than 100 votes—a count disputed by Steve Scalise’s team. Jordan’s pitch as a fighter has drawn support from prominent Republicans and a strategist who argues the party needs new leadership, while Scalise’s backers point to his experience.
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GOP Mid-Decade Redistricting Flips Only Two of 15 Targeted Seats
Donald John Trump
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Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting push largely backfired in the midterms: they won only two of 15 targeted seats, while Democrats held targeted districts and gained seats in several states. Indiana Republicans who rejected a redraw say the decision may have spared the party a major defeat, as the fight over congressional maps continues toward 2028.
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Chris Dalton
Democrats held the line in targeted districts and picked up seats elsewhere despite the attempted maps. The real test for both sides comes in 2028.
Is The Blue Tsunami JD Vance’s Vindication?
Daily Caller News Foundation
— 2h
The dust has begun to settle after the Republican Party’s worst midterm defeat in half a century. And as it becomes clear that the Iran war is the main culprit behind the GOP’s wipeout, the finger-pointing has begun.
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Iowa Governor-Elect Sand Names Chief, Expands Cross-Party Team
Rob Sand
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Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand has appointed Abe Rakov as chief of staff and added independent and Republican leaders to his transition team, saying he wants differing perspectives and cross-party cooperation. Sand, who defeated Republican Zach Lahn to become Iowa’s first Democratic governor since 2006, will take office in January facing a Republican-controlled Legislature.
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Landmark Bill Will Create ’24-Second Shot Clock’ To Unleash American Industry, Experts Say
Pete Peterson · 4 min · 1h
Thune Reportedly Opposes Burchett for Senate Seat
John Thune
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John Thune faces pressure from conservative Republicans to delay a leadership vote and address the party’s election losses and stalled agenda. The dispute has extended to Tennessee’s Senate succession, where Rep. Tim Burchett says Thune opposes his appointment, though a report says Thune has not intervened in the process.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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DeSantis Says Republican Party Faces 'Extinction-Level Event' After Midterm Rout
Andrew Powell
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Outgoing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis described the Republican Party's midterm losses as a political catastrophe, warning Wednesday that the damage could keep the party from regaining… — by Andrew Powell
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Scalise, Jordan Vie for House GOP Leadership
Susie Wiles
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After Republicans’ midterm losses, a feud over alleged lobbyist influence in public health policymaking exposed tensions within President Trump’s Make America Healthy Again coalition; the accused officials denied the allegations. The losses also triggered a House GOP leadership fight, with Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan emerging as contenders after Mike Johnson said he would not seek the party’s top post.
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The Federalist blames Trump for Republican Party struggles nationwide
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Jared Kim
The real problem is weak messaging on the economy that lets Democrats win even in red areas.
County Republicans Reflect on Election Results
Politics
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Election results brought a mix of local Republican victories and broader Democratic gains, including reelected county officials and lawmakers alongside Democratic wins in statewide and congressional races. Republican leaders in several areas celebrated local successes while reflecting on losses and debating the causes of their party’s setbacks.
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Most Americans Are Blind To How Much Their Retirement Actually Costs, New Study Finds
The majority of Americans have significant blind-spots when it comes to financial planning for their sunset years and communicating their retirement arrangements to their family members, newly released research shows.
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GOP’s Spending Blowout On Political Ads Could Not Save It From Voters’ Frustrations With Party
Daily Caller News Foundation
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Republicans spent over $5 billion to win the Midterm elections, although money could not save them from the political "headwinds" they faced.
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Democrats, Republicans Asking For Money As Vote Counting Persists Days Later
Daily Caller News Foundation
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As two Senate seats remain uncalled the campaign arms for the Republican and Democratic parties are calling on donors to chip in more funds for their candidates to cross the finish line — despite all votes already being cast.
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Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
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Tucker Carlson Blames GOP Midterm Losses on Abandoning America First Agenda
Daily Caller News Foundation
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Tucker Carlson blamed Republicans' devastating midterm losses on the party's abandonment of America First principles Wednesday, accusing establishment Republicans of betraying their own voters.
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Republicans say party forgot populist roots as Trump 2024 faces hurdles
1 source
— Nov 3, 2026
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Priya Raman
The party drifted from its working class base long before Trump, and that's why he's struggling to reconnect now.
Randy Fine credits voter connection for Florida GOP resilience
Andrew Powell
— 5d
Florida Republican Rep. Randy Fine is blaming his party's national election losses on a failure to connect with voters, warning that Republicans face a difficult two years as Democ… — by Andrew Powell
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Permitting Bill Will Call Democrats’ Affordability Bluff, Energy Leaders Say
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 2h
Bret Weinstein outlines Libertarian Party takeover to recruit Thomas Massie
Daily Caller News Foundation
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Former Evergreen State professor Bret Weinstein announced he is planning to take over the Libertarian Party to advance a presidential campaign for outgoing Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie.
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Introvert, extrovert, or secret third thing?
Quizie
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The internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.
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Rubio Defends Unpopular Iran War as Needed to Block Nuclear Arms
Donald John Trump
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Donald Trump’s decision to wage war against Iran, arguing it was necessary to prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons despite the conflict’s unpopularity. The war’s economic costs and Republican election losses have fueled debate within the party, with Vice President JD Vance emphasizing the political damage while Trump reaffirmed the decision; Iran says its nuclear program is peaceful.
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Priya Raman
This war drags on too long and the election losses show voters are tired of endless fights.
Watch parties spotlight tight South Carolina Senate race
Marsha Blackburn
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Marsha Blackburn and supporters gathered at Nashville’s Pinnacle to watch election results, while Knox County Democrats held a separate watch party in West Knoxville. The reports offer snapshots of election-night events among both parties in Tennessee.
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The Guy Who Is Supposed To Get Republicans Elected Can’t Even Elect Himself
Daily Caller News Foundation
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The Chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), the House GOP's campaign arm, failed to win reelection in his own safe red seat as members of his party lost across the country Tuesday night.
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Ron DeSantis Says 2026 Midterms ‘Close To An Extinction-Level Event’ For GOP
Daily Caller News Foundation
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Outgoing Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis warned that the 2026 midterms left Republicans in dire straits nationwide and blamed Washington lawmakers for the party's devastating electoral losses.
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Affordability And The Economy Drove Hispanic Voters To Democrats, Not Trump’s Immigration Policies
A plurality of Hispanic voters who voted for Democrats in the Nov. 3 midterm election were primarily motivated by concerns over the economy, not immigration, an NBC News exit poll found.
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Mike Johnson Declines House Minority Leader Bid After GOP Losses
Mike Johnson
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After Republicans lost control of the House, Speaker Mike Johnson said he would not seek to lead the party in the minority, setting up a leadership contest that includes Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan. Johnson won reelection to his Louisiana seat and is expected to remain in the House as a rank-and-file member.
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Johnson Won’t Lead House Republicans in Minority
Mike Johnson
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House Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged Republican losses as Democrats were projected to take control of both chambers of Congress, but pledged that Republicans would reclaim the House in 2028. He said historical midterm trends made the setback difficult to avoid and vowed to keep fighting for the party’s agenda.
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Democrats and Republicans Hold Election-Night Watch Parties Nationwide
Politics
— Nov 2, 2026
Democrats and voters gathered at election-night watch parties across Arizona, New Jersey and Ohio as results came in, with elected officials and party leaders among those attending. Connecticut Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas also discussed the general election after polls closed.
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Both Parties’ 2028 Hopefuls Make Early Moves
J.D. Vance
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After a Democratic midterm wave, potential candidates in both parties are beginning to position themselves for a wide-open 2028 race. Vice President JD Vance remains a leading Republican prospect but faces greater vulnerability because of his ties to President Donald Trump, while Democrats are promoting a deep bench of contenders.
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Massie Renews Hegseth Impeachment Push Amid Scrutiny
Donald John Trump
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Republicans are increasingly blaming Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for the party’s midterm losses, accusing him of urging the Iran war without a clear exit strategy. Rep. Thomas Massie plans to seek a House impeachment vote, while President Trump continues to defend Hegseth and Democrats prepare oversight inquiries.
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Is The Blue Tsunami JD Vance’s Vindication?
Gabe Guidarini · 5 min · 3h
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