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NOV 3

FEC takes e-filing offline after reported hacking attempts
The FEC shut its electronic filings while IT responds to reported hacking attempts, complicating real-time disclosure of political spending days before midterm voting.
Supreme Court declines to restore judges’ power to pause deportations
The Court refused to reinstate administrative closure, curtailing judges’ ability to pause deportations and potentially speeding removals, affecting court backlogs and migrant families.
Grand jury declines to indict Cassidy Hutchinson
A D.C. grand jury declined to indict Cassidy Hutchinson over her Jan. 6 testimony, a development that could affect whether witnesses face criminal exposure when testifying.
FBI searches Beverly Hills mansion linked to donor in Swalwell probe
Federal agents executed a search at a Beverly Hills mansion connected to a donor in an investigation tied to a former congressman, increasing scrutiny around the case.
Consumer confidence rebounds ahead of Fed rate decision
Conference Board’s index rose 7.5 points to 91.7 in October, suggesting households may spend more — which can influence prices, hiring and the Fed’s rate decision.
State Department policy planning director Lewin departs
Jeremy Lewin’s departure, after helping reshape foreign aid and amid questions about USAID authority, could affect how U.S. aid is managed and contracts or programs operate.
Trump offers $1 million for voter fraud tips
A $1 million reward for tips leading to voter-fraud convictions may change how complaints reach election officials and law enforcement, potentially affecting investigations and election administration ahead of the midterms.
Court lets California count 20,000 disputed ballots
The Ninth Circuit refused to block counting of 20,000 contested ballots ahead of a district‑court hearing, affecting how election officials and DOJ handle disputed ballots.
Jay‑Z to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime
Jay‑Z will headline the Apple Music halftime show at SoFi Stadium in 2027, shaping entertainment, TV audiences and fan travel for the big game.
SoCal braces for multi-day high-tide flooding
High tides and multi-day coastal flood warnings threaten homes, roads, and infrastructure in Southern California coastal counties during morning high tides; expect possible closures and property flooding through Thursday.
Flooding and reported tornado batter Four Corners
Flash floods, evacuations and storm damage across New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Arizona disrupted homes and travel, with more rain expected.
Microsoft offers buyouts to about 60,000 employees
Microsoft confirmed a voluntary exit offer for roughly 60,000 workers as it shifts toward AI, potentially reshaping hiring and local labor markets.
Cowboys beat Eagles 38–21 on Monday Night Football
Dallas’s 38–21 road win shifted NFC momentum and affected playoff positioning and future matchups.
Tens of thousands of poll watchers to deploy nationwide
Parties and the DOJ plan a major monitoring push at polling places, which could increase scrutiny and post‑vote legal challenges in tight races.
UPDATE: Judge extends order blocking East Potomac golf renovation
A preliminary injunction halts tree removal at the public D.C. course, pausing renovation work and temporarily preserving parkland.
WWE Raw: Title DQ, Sami Zayn retains, Cena return teased
Liv Morgan vs. Becky Lynch ended in DQ, Sami Zayn retained his title, and a John Cena return was teased.
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