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DOJ blocks Jack Smith's testimony against Trump in 'end of the road' move: report
The Department of Justice has moved to block former special counsel Jack Smith from testifying against President Donald Trump in his $10 billion defamation case against the British Broadcasting Corporation, according to a new report. The DOJ sent a letter to Smith's lawyers Monday alerting them that the agency would not grant Smith permission to be deposed in the case, Jeremy Barr of The Guardian reported . A judge had previously ordered Smith to sit for a deposition as early as December 11.
Fury after Trump admin conducts 'deeply alarming' strikes on midterm election eve
Robert Davis The Trump administration sparked immediate outrage after it conducted what some described as a "secret" bombing campaign on the eve of the midterm elections. Barak Ravid, global affairs correspondent for Axios, reported Monday night that a U.S. fighter jet destroyed an Iranian weapon on Qeshm Island.
Dan Rather flags signals 'unhinged' Trump has Republicans 'scared' of midterms
Legendary journalist Dan Rather flagged signs that President Donald Trump's behavior has Republicans "scared" of the midterms. Trump's behavior has become increasingly erratic in recent weeks, culminating in the president's odd "rally" at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Monday, Rather argued in a new essay for his Substack, "Ready." He also pointed to Trump's Halloween party, where he bragged to reporters about all of his rich friends in attendance.
Expert spots signs DOJ's 'run of relentless ineptitude' coming to an end: 'Now too late'
It seems that the Department of Justice's "run of relentless ineptitude" is starting to come to an end, according to one expert. Harry Litman, a former federal prosecutor, argued in a new essay for his Substack, "Talking Feds," that the Trump administration's attempts to use the courts to thwart the 2026 midterm elections have largely failed.
Analyst floored as 'impressively disconnected' Trump fumbles midterm questions: 'Insane'
President Donald Trump's closing message to voters ahead of the 2026 midterms floored one analyst Monday. Over the last couple of days, Trump has fielded seemingly softball questions from reporters about why voters should support Republicans in the midterms, only for Trump to change the subject to something few voters care about, according to David Pakman, host of the liberal "David Pakman Show" on YouTube.
Supreme Court hands Trump an election-eve humiliation after rejecting his gambit
Robert Davis The Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a fresh humiliation Monday night after it rejected an appeal to force California to set aside ballots cast by suspected illegal voters. Earlier in the day, the Trump administration had asked the court to require California to set aside about 20,000 ballots cast by voters. However, the DOJ had admitted to lower courts that it created that list from a dataset that was chock-full of errors.
'Tells us so much': Surprise as Trump's 'remarkable' speech catches insiders off guard
Robert Davis President Donald Trump's speech at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was a revealing one, according to CNN observers. Trump held a small press conference at the pool Monday to deliver his "closing message" ahead of the midterm elections. The most recent polls showed Democrats not only retaking the House of Representatives, but also likely retaking control of the Senate as well.
'Kind of crazy': Expert says GOP showing no signs of life at the 'end of the line'
An elections expert said Monday that he's seen no "signs of life" from the GOP in some key races ahead of tomorrow's consequential midterm elections. Kyle Kondik, managing editor of "Sabato's Crystal Ball" at the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, said on CNN's "Countdown to Election Day" that Democrats have a reasonable chance of walking away from the midterms with control of at least 53 Senate seats.
'We gave this a very strong shot': Trump laments midterm prospects during wild speech
President Donald Trump seemed to lament the GOP's souring midterm prospects during a bizarre speech at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Monday. Trump delivered his final midterm speech at the reflecting pool, where he touted plans to renovate it and made multiple baseless claims about his economy. During the meandering speech, Trump also seemed to acknowledge that the GOP could suffer significant losses in the midterms, which would jeopardize his entire second administration.
Dismay after Haley Stevens' 'absolute train wreck' CNN interview: 'What is this?'
Onlookers were dismayed Sunday after Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) gave one of the most bizarre interviews to Anderson Cooper of CNN. Stevens was interviewed Sunday on CNN's "Midterms 2026: Countdown to Election Night," where Cooper asked her why she abruptly changed her mind from supporting Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed to endorsing Republican candidate Mike Rogers , who is a close ally of President Donald Trump's .
Dire warning as 'cornered and desperate' Trump ally tips the world toward nuclear war
President Donald Trump may be "sleepwalking" toward a nuclear conflict at the urging of one of his "cornered and desperate" allies, according to one analyst. Tucker Carlson , a former Fox News host, posted a lengthy warning on X, alleging that the Trump administration may approve a nuclear strike on Iran within a week of the midterm elections. It's an issue that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls Trump about "every day," according to Carlson.
Only about to begin: Analyst floats disturbing theory as next chapter of MAGA emerges
A political analyst floated a disturbing theory about what American politics will look like after President Donald Trump exits. David Pakman, host of the liberal "David Pakman Show" on YouTube, said in a new video on Sunday that there is a network of wealthy people who are debating whether America should remain a democracy post-Trump. Those circles have also been discussing Vice President JD Vance as the politician who can usher in that new era, Pakman said.
Wow: Shock as signs of midterm bloodbath emerge in final Senate poll
Robert Davis Political analysts were shocked Sunday after a set of polls showed Democrats having a significant advantage in multiple key midterm races. The latest New York Times/Siena poll, the last Senate poll before Tuesday's elections, showed Democratic candidates leading in state races such as Michigan, Texas, Maine, Ohio, Kansas, Alaska, and Iowa.
Judge blasts ICE's hubris in scathing order demanding dentist's release: Abhorrent
A federal judge took the Trump administration's immigration apparatus to task in an emergency order filed Sunday demanding the release of a detained dentist.
Trump surprises himself with ad-lib for Iowa rally speech: 'That was pretty good'
Robert Davis President Donald Trump seemed to surprise himself Sunday while speaking with reporters after he uncorked an ad-lib that he claimed should be added to his rally speech. Trump traveled to Iowa ahead of a planned rally to support Republicans like Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) in her midterm campaign.
'Notorious' Supreme Court justice has GOP cornered as Dems ready for payback: expert
Robert Davis One of the GOP's favorite Supreme Court justices has the party backed into a corner ahead of the midterm elections, according to one legal expert. Elie Honig, a CNN legal analyst and a former federal prosecutor, argued in a new essay for the Substack "Stay Tuned with Preet Bharara" that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's decision not to retire ahead of the midterms could be a costly mistake for the GOP.
'Wow': Shock as signs of midterm 'bloodbath' emerge in final Senate poll
Political analysts were shocked Sunday after a set of polls showed Democrats having a significant advantage in multiple key midterm races. The latest New York Times/Siena poll, the last Senate poll before Tuesday's elections, showed Democratic candidates leading in state races such as Michigan, Texas, Maine, Ohio, Kansas, Alaska, and Iowa. The margins were as wide as Abdul El-Sayed's 11-point advantage over Republican candidate Mike Rogers, to Josh Turek's one-point advantage over Rep.
Trump's 'curious' rally brag immediately blows up in his face: 'Couldn't defeat algae'
A strange brag President Donald Trump let out during his rally in Iowa on Sunday immediately blew up in his face. Trump traveled to Dubuque, Iowa, to rally for Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) as she seeks higher office in the Senate against Democratic challenger Josh Turek. During his speech, Trump made an unsettling claim about his ability to "win" wars, and how he would have handled some of the biggest conflicts in U.S. history. "I could have won Vietnam in a week," Trump said.
'You're a stupid person!' Trump rages as protesters repeatedly interrupt rally
President Donald Trump seemed angered Sunday as protesters repeatedly interrupted his rally in Iowa. Trump spoke at the Five Flags Center in Dubuque, Iowa, to rally supporters to vote for Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) as she attempts to keep the state's Senate seat red on November 3. The rally was one of two events Trump held Sunday, with the other happening in Salina, Kansas. Multiple protesters disrupted Trump's speech in Iowa Sunday, which seemed to send the president into a frenzy.
Trump hounded to restart war in 'direct and pointed' call with right-wing ally: insiders
One of President Donald Trump's right-wing allies hounded him to restart the war in Iran during a "direct and pointed" call on Saturday, according to a new report. Two sources familiar with the call told Israeli outlet N12 that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed Trump to restart the war instead of letting negotiations play out.
He committed a criminal act! Trump berates candidate who disappeared from Senate race
Robert Davis President Donald Trump lashed out at a Democratic candidate for Alaska's Senate seat on Sunday as his Department of Justice turns up the heat on the race. Last week, reports indicated that Democratic candidate Mary Peltola's campaign was involved in getting Daniel J. Sullivan on the ballot, which also includes Republican incumbent Daniel S. Sullivan. The move sparked swift outrage from the White House, which has long accused Democrats of misdeeds in the race.
Haley Stevens 'guilty of the very sin' behind 'misguided' MAGA endorsement: analysis
Rep. Haley Stevens' (D-MI) endorsement of MAGA Senate candidate Mike Rogers not only injected new uncertainties into the Michigan Senate race, but also revealed a troubling pattern of behavior, according to a new analysis. Stevens rocked the Democratic Party on Sunday when she endorsed Rogers, a move that led multiple staffers to resign from her office and sparked bitter outrage among some political analysts.
Mike Johnson shows off his Trump 'impression' during rally speech: 'Didn't plan that'
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) let out a snippet of his impersonation of President Donald Trump during his brief rally speech in Iowa on Sunday. Johnson traveled with Trump to Dubuque, Iowa, to rally for Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA), who is running against Democratic challenger Josh Turek in the state's Senate race.
Trump surprises himself with ad-lib for Iowa rally speech: 'That was pretty good'
President Donald Trump seemed to surprise himself Sunday while speaking with reporters after he uncorked an ad-lib that he claimed should be added to his rally speech. Trump traveled to Iowa ahead of a planned rally to support Republicans like Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) in her midterm campaign.
Is Denver Really Solving Homelessness?
National Outlets Are Praising a 64% Drop in Street Homelessness. Local Advocates Say the Full Picture Is More Complicated. A recent spate of articles about homelessness in Denver has raised questions about what it means to solve one of America’s most pressing social issues. The New York Times and The Economist both recently published reports on how Denver is working to end unsheltered homelessness.
Canadian rock star brutally mocks Trump with new song: 'Like a baby tossing the toys'
Robert Davis Canadian rock star Bryan Adams brutally mocked President Donald Trump in a new song he released just before the midterm elections, according to a new report The Guardian reported that Adams wrote a new song titled " Lake Ontario ," which takes a shot at Trump for his efforts to "rename" one of Canada's most famous bodies of water.
JD Vance sparks outrage with bizarre hospital story on Fox News: 'Bunch of hypocrites'
Vice President JD Vance sparked outrage Thursday night when he told a bizarre story about taking one of his children to the hospital.
JD Vance sparks outrage with bizarre hospital story on Fox News: 'Bunch of hypocrites'
Vice President JD Vance sparked outrage Thursday night when he told a bizarre story about taking one of his children to the hospital.
MAGA lawmaker's aide accused of running extortion and 'court-fixing' scheme: report
The top aide of Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) has been accused of operating an extortion and "court-fixing" scheme, according to a new lawsuit. The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, accuses Lawler's Deputy Chief of Staff, Rafi Silberberg, and two other men of targeting Shmuel Goldenberg with a scheme involving a Rockland County judge.
Canadian rock star brutally mocks Trump with new song: 'Like a baby tossing the toys'
Canadian rock star Bryan Adams brutally mocked President Donald Trump in a new song he released just before the midterm elections, according to a new report. The Guardian reported that Adams wrote a new song titled "Lake Ontario," which takes a shot at Trump for his efforts to "rename" one of Canada's most famous bodies of water. The move further escalated the feud between the two countries and resulted in the U.S. and Canada placing additional tariffs on goods coming from either side.
Trump tunneling to a new 'nadir of nastiness' amid midterm rally surge: analysis
President Donald Trump has shown a revolting side of his personality as he's crisscrossed the country stumping for Republicans ahead of the midterms, according to a new analysis. Trump promised the GOP that he would spend the last 30 days leading up to the midterms holding rallies to gin up support for Republicans.
Is that okay? Trump startled as loud noises disrupt Texas rally
President Donald Trump was briefly thrown off script during his rally in Lubbock, Texas on Tuesday night after loud noises rang out inside the Memorial Civic Center. Trump traveled to Texas to hold a pair of rallies for Republicans like Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who is currently trailing Democratic candidate James Talarico in public polls. The duo also held a rally in Corpus Christie, Texas, earlier in the day.
Ending Isolation
It’s 4:30 a.m., and the fluorescent lights have just turned on inside Orlando Pouncey’s cell at the Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem, Oregon. For most others incarcerated at the facility, the lights signal a new day. To Pouncey, it’s torture. Pouncey suffers from a severe vision condition. Fluorescent lights like the ones in the prison cause him searing headaches, which last until the lights are turned off at around 10 p.m. each night.
'Is that okay?' Trump startled as loud noises disrupt Texas rally Original
President Donald Trump was briefly thrown off script during his rally in Lubbock, Texas on Tuesday night after loud noises rang out inside the Memorial Civic Center. Trump traveled to Texas to hold a pair of rallies for Republicans like Senate candidate Ken Paxton, who is currently trailing Democratic candidate James Talarico in public polls. The duo also held a rally in Corpus Christie, Texas, earlier in the day.
Disturbing scheme flagged in Trump DOJ midterm lawsuit: 'Not even pretending!'
A political analyst spotted a disturbing scheme tucked away in the Department of Justice's lawsuit seeking to preemptively halt the certification of the state's Senate election. Last week, President Donald Trump's DOJ asked a federal court to halt the certification if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan does not win. The DOJ's argument rests on the fact that another candidate named Dan Sullivan is also on the ballot.
What Happens to Homekey Residents When Funding Runs Dry?
San Jose Wants to Turn Its Arena Hotel Shelter into Mixed-Income Housing. Residents May Have Nowhere Else to Go. A redevelopment project in San Jose has raised questions about the future of pandemic-era transitional housing programs. The San Jose City Council unanimously approved a resolution earlier this month to create a new mixed-income development at the site of the Arena Hotel, which currently serves as an interim shelter under the state’s Project Homekey program.
Judge blisters Trump DOJ's stunning demand in golf course case: 'That good walk spoiled'
A federal judge issued a blistering order Monday night concerning President Donald Trump's attempts to renovate the East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C. The Trump administration has conducted heavy tree work at the golf course despite Judge Ana Reyes' repeated rulings prohibiting any renovation work.
GOP pundits' swipe at Obama instantly backfires amid cheesecake fiasco: 'No, darling'
A pair of GOP tried to defend President Donald Trump's White House renovations on Monday night, only for their remarks to instantly backfire. Trump erupted Monday when he was asked by reporters about former President Barack Obama's claim that Trump had the White House looking like a Cheesecake Factory opened by former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.
Outrage after Tim Scott uses slur against Dem candidate: 'Such a tool'
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) sparked outrage Monday after he used a slur to describe a Democratic Senate candidate. Scott was asked about the South Carolina Senate race between Darline Graham, who was appointed to fill the seat left vacant by her late brother Lindsey Graham, and Democratic challenger Annie Andrews. During the interview on "The Charlie Kirk Show," Scott dropped a slur that didn't sit well with observers.
'I was just at the punchline!' Dismayed Trump snaps at protester interrupting rally
President Donald Trump seemed dismayed Monday night after yet another protester disrupted one of his midterm rallies. Trump hosted a rally at Crossroads Arena in Corinth, Mississippi, where he stumped for Republicans like Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in what some analysts have described as an unexpectedly tight midterm race. During his speech, Trump claimed voters should support Hyde-Smith because she supported some of the Trump administration's economic policies.
Trump's top economic adviser ridiculed after bashing 'myth': 'That should do it'
President Donald Trump's top economic adviser was brutally ridiculed Monday after he bashed a "myth" that many voters care about during an interview. Kevin Hassett, the White House national economic adviser, joined Larry Kudlow on Fox Business to discuss the Trump administration's economic record ahead of the midterm elections.
'Why not?' White House bristles as Trump invites ex-NFL players on midterm tour
President Donald Trump's White House bristled at the suggestion that the president is wasting his time by inviting ex-NFL players to go on his midterm tour, according to a new report. Axios reported Monday that Trump plans to invite former professional football players Johnny Manziel and Colt McCoy, along with two-time Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola, to appear alongside him in Texas as Republicans seek to retain the Senate seat being vacated by Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX).
'Serious stuff': Expert alarmed as DOJ takes a swipe at Alaska's elections
An elections expert sounded the alarm Sunday as President Donald Trump's Justice Department sought to preemptively block the certification of Alaska's midterm elections. Last week, the Trump DOJ sued Alaska in federal court, claiming that voters could be confused by the fact that there are two Dan Sullivans on the ballot. It added that the state should ot be permitted to certify the election "pending an investigation" into whether some voters mistakenly voted for the wrong Sullivan.
Trump DOJ lawyers scolded by skeptical judges in ballot case: 'How can we do that?'
Lawyers from President Donald Trump's Justice Department were in court Sunday defending the administration's attempts to determine how California counts its ballots during the upcoming midterm elections. The hearing didn't go the way the lawyers likely envisioned it going, according to a new report from Politico. DOJ lawyers argued during a two-hour hearing before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals that California must set aside ballots the Justice Department believes were cast by noncitizen voters.
'What a joke': Shock after Trump stokes 'deliberate chaos' at UN with endorsement
President Donald Trump seems to be trying to stoke what one analyst described as "deliberate chaos" at the United Nations. The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday, citing sources familiar with the matter, that the Trump administration is advocating for former Hungarian dictator Viktor Orbán , a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, for the U.N. Secretary-General position.
Ex-insider predicts startling end to Trump presidency amid war talks: 'They hate his guts'
A former Trump administration staffer shared a startling prediction about how Donald Trump's presidency could end in a new podcast interview Sunday. Anthony Scaramucci, one of Trump's press secretaries during his first administration, predicted during a new episode of "The Daily Beast Podcast" with host Joanna Coles that Trump could be asked to leave office after the midterms.
Trump facing war trap 'in its purest form' as 'most dangerous' window nears: expert
A geopolitical expert warned Sunday that President Donald Trump is facing a trap in Iran, one that created one of the most dangerous windows in the war's timeline. Robert Pape, a political scientist who teaches at the University of Chicago, wrote in a new Substack essay that Iran's pathway to winning the war against the U.S. is by creating excruciating economic pressure on the Trump administration.
Trump admin plotting its 'most serious attempts to undermine international law': expert
Robert Davis President Donald Trump's administration is plotting one of the "most serious attempts to undermine international law" in modern history, according to one expert. Stephen Zunes, a politics professor at the University of San Francisco, detailed a resolution that the Trump administration plans to submit to the United Nations Security Council regarding Morocco's annexation of the Western Sahara territory.
Ex-DOJ lawyer uncovers pardon loophole that could haunt Trump officials for years
Officials in the Trump administration who think they will be able to avoid legal consequences for their actions should think again, according to one former Justice Department pardon attorney.
Fury after Trump hurls insults at progressive during rally speech: 'Pure racism'
Onlookers were furious Sunday after President Donald Trump hurled insults at a progressive Senate candidate that some described as "pure racism." Trump spoke in Port Huron, Michigan, on Sunday as part of his midterm tour to rally support for Republicans like Senate candidate Mike Rogers.
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