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The Justice Department has opened an antitrust inquiry into whether the five-network White House TV pool violated the Sherman Act after the pool paused coverage in protest of the administrations temporary ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico. A federal judge has restored the outlets White House credentials, but CNN says the White House is still excluding it from Air Force One and pool duties and has warned it will return to court. (As of Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:39:50 +0000)
Trump-backed rallies in Georgia advance Republican candidates as midterms near. Audi’s Georgia investment and cross-state campaigning are shaping key battlegrounds, while Ossoff and Collins face mounting pressure amid inflation concerns and the Iran conflict.
Jeffries has mobilized Democrats across more than 50 cities, signaling a bid to become House speaker if Democrats win the House. He emphasizes a 100‑day agenda to lower living costs and hold the Trump administration accountable. The race centers on key House districts in the Midwest, including Toledo, where Rep. Kaptur is a longtime figure in the district.
The Supreme Court is set to decide whether the 1868 prohibition on home distilling can stand as an exercise of Congress’s taxing power. Lower courts have split: the Sixth Circuit upholds the ban; the Fifth Circuit finds it unconstitutional. The Court will determine if a private home can host distilled spirits under federal law.
Democrats hold a national lead in polling as midterm races approach, with focus on inflation, energy, and living costs. Campaigns intensify in key states, and questions linger about poll accuracy ahead of voting.
The midterm elections are shaping the final years of Donald Trump’s term. Republicans defend majorities in Congress while Democrats seek gains. Early voting and record spending highlight the intensity of the race as voters head to the polls on November 3.
Vivek Ramaswamy has released an ad accusing Amy Acton of lying as Republicans, including Trump, weigh the political damage. Acton’s camp condemns the spot amid claims of childhood abuse by Acton’s stepfather and ongoing debate within the party.
Georgia remains a central battleground as Trump’s visit heightens attention to the Senate and governor races. Democrats warn of a challenging map, while Republican candidates and allies push to capitalize on President Trump’s momentum. Results and timings remain fluid as campaigns navigate a crowded slate of statewide contests.
The Supreme Court has left in place a lower-court block on a Trump-era policy to end medical care for transgender inmates. Justices refused an emergency request to lift the block, as litigation proceeds. The decision aligns with ongoing disputes over transgender rights and federal prison care.
Vivek Ramaswamy has said his campaign will stop running a divisive ad that features Amy Acton’s estranged mother calling her a "liar." The ad has provoked bipartisan backlash, prompted review by Ohio officials and, according to a Republican poll reported by Axios, helped lift Acton’s lead in the governor’s race.
Vivek Ramaswamy has promoted a campaign ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Bipartisan leaders urge removal as Acton recounts child abuse history and homelessness. The ad has intensified scrutiny ahead of Ohio’s governor race, with Trump defending the effort and DeWine condemning it.
Ramaswamy's campaign has released an ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother, accusing Acton of lying about her past. Acton calls the ad despicable as Republicans split over the tactic and the Ohio governor's race heats up.
The midterm landscape is shifting as polling shows Democrats gaining ground in consumer sentiment and widening gaps in key races. Campaigns are intensifying with visits in Texas, Michigan and Kansas as voters weigh economy, immigration and leadership ahead of election day.
The White House has removed tariffs on specific Canadian goods — including plywood, packing materials, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment — and will impose duties on other items starting Oct. 30. Senators and businesses in Maine have secured exemptions after lobbying; critics say the move appears timed to help Senator Susan Collins in a tight reelection fight and to blunt local economic pain.
Six Flags has announced it is installing seat belts on the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia and on other coasters with similar restraints. The move follows the Oct. 12 death of Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem and a safety review across its parks, with eight additional rides at five parks also closed pending assessment.
The US Federal Trade Commission, alongside 20 states, has filed a lawsuit accusing Dollar General of deceptive pricing. The retailer allegedly mislabeled prices on shelves, price tags, and advertisements, overcharging shoppers and failing to fix the issue despite extensive corporate knowledge. The action follows thousands of complaints and centers on stores serving lower-income, rural communities.
A surge of late-forming political action committees is spending heavily in the final weeks before Election Day, shifting the midterm race dynamics. CNBC and Axios detail multi-million-dollar independent expenditures that obscure donor sources, while Politico notes GOP fundraising weaknesses online.
Neil Young has filed a $10 million copyright-infringement lawsuit against the Trump 47 Committee for playing Rockin’ in the Free World at a rally in Youngstown, Ohio. The suit follows a 2020 action that the artist settled, promising not to use the song without a license. Multiple outlets report on the incident and the ongoing dispute.