Analysis: The blue wave just blew up the 2028 presidential race | CNN Politics
The 2026 midterms ended in a massive blue wave that will change the balance of power in Washington and also, maybe, blow up the presidential map for 2028.
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US judge halts construction of Trump’s triumphal arch in Washington, DC
A 14-day pause has been ordered blocking the so-called 'Arc de Trump' project in Washington, DC.
Judge temporarily halts building work on Trump’s triumphal arch
Federal judge issues 14-day restraining order on any construction work on Washington monument, hours after it was approved by planning commission
Watch Tonight Show: Jimmy Fallon Clip: Ethan Hawke Talks Attending Maya Hawke's Wedding and Filming Training Day with Denzel Washington - NBC.com
Watch Tonight Show: Jimmy Fallon highlight: Ethan Hawke Talks Attending Maya Hawke's Wedding and Filming Training Day with Denzel Washington - NBC.com
Trump signs order to prevent future presidents from changing Oval Office
The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes the Oval Office decor and launched landmark construction projects across Washington.
Washington state passes ballot measure banning trans girls from school sports
Measure in Democratic state says students must submit health documents verifying biological sex for girls’ teams
Burnham wants to ‘recast’ Chagos Islands deal after US resistance
UK PM says he wants ‘a new discussion’ with Washington over the disputed islands
Could the US midterms further isolate Israel in Washington?
The midterms showed that challenging support for Israel can win votes. But changing US foreign policy may be harder.
Deputy dies and another not expected to survive after firefight with suspect at Washington home where 2 others were killed | CNN
One of two sheriff’s deputies wounded in a firefight with a suspect in Washington state has died, and the other is not expected to survive, authorities said Wednesday.
Conservative US Supreme Court justices Thomas and Alito in spotlight after Democratic landslide
By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - The US midterm election landslide that gives Democrats control of Congress starting in January is fueling questions about the longevity of the Su…
Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent
The Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansans about decency, faith and finding common ground.
Takeaways from the 2026 midterm election | CNN Politics
A major power shift in Washington is underway: Democrats flipped enough key seats in the Senate and House to take back both chambers of Congress from Republicans. Washington Bureau Chief and…
Adam Hamilton flips Kansas Senate seat blue for first time in 94 years | CNN Politics
Democrat Adam Hamilton’s Senate win represents a seismic defeat of Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in a deep-red state, where Democrats make up just a quarter of voters. Hamilton says economi…
‘It’s a rejection of elites:’ Scott Jennings on Democrats winning the House | CNN Politics
Democrats will capture the House of Representatives, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, breaking the GOP stranglehold on Washington and setting up two years of confrontation with President Donald…
Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats are on ‘brink’ of winning House majority | CNN Politics
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries told phone bankers in Washington the country is ‘on the brink of a dramatic change of direction.’