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🗳️ MIDTERM ELECTION DAY —DAYS —HRS —MIN —SEC NOV 3

16 U.S. service members dead as Iran conflict continues

16 U.S. service members’ deaths may affect military deployments, families, and congressional oversight, potentially influencing future funding and policy choices.

AP Wash. Post Fox News

State Dept issues Worldwide Caution for travelers

A new global caution raises travel and safety concerns for Americans overseas and could disrupt work, travel plans, and abroad services.

U.S. Examiner

U.S. launches strikes on Iran after two U.S. troops killed in Jordan

New strikes raise risk to U.S. forces, could disrupt oil markets and shipping, and may affect military families and regional stability.

AP AP Axios

Seventh straight night of U.S. strikes near Strait of Hormuz

Repeated strikes near the Strait threaten shipping and oil supply, which could raise fuel prices and disrupt global trade and travel through the region.

CBS News Fox News

DOJ uses long-dormant ‘alien terrorist’ court for first time

A rarely used deportation court could allow secret-evidence cases in immigration removals, affecting due-process rights for people facing deportation.

AP Axios Examiner

Texas prosecutor reveals new timeline in ICE killing of Houston father

New prosecutorial details about an ICE shooting complicate earlier accounts, prompting scrutiny that could affect oversight, accountability, and local relations with federal enforcement.

AP Houston

Spain vs. Argentina: World Cup final in New Jersey

U.S.-hosted final in New Jersey will bring large crowds, extensive security and VIP logistics, affecting travel, local traffic and event services for attendees and residents.

The Guardian CBS Sports

Tropical Depression Two forms; Florida Panhandle under watch

A new Gulf storm could bring heavy weather to the Florida Panhandle, threatening travel plans, local services and energy infrastructure for coastal residents.

WUSF WBRZ Myrtle Beach

Ferry with more than 100 aboard capsizes off Guyana; dozens rescued

Ferry capsizing with over 100 aboard has led to dozens rescued and an ongoing search, raising concerns about casualties and pressure on regional rescue services.

AP Euronews

Earlier on PoliticalDad

Missiles fired toward Jordan as U.S. hits Revolutionary Guard targets11:10 AM AP

Crowley rejoins Wisconsin governor primary with Gov. Evers' backing11:10 AM AP

Russia strikes Kyiv again; at least one killed amid air-defense shortages11:10 AM AP

U.S. Embassy warns of credible threat at Aqaba airport and seaport11:10 AM Fox News

U.S. strikes Iran as missiles head toward Jordan10:38 AM AP

Trump releases declassified election documents10:38 AM AP

DHS chief warns states they could face penalties over election demands10:38 AM AP

WaPo/Ipsos: Democrats hold a slim House edge10:38 AM Wash. Post

DOJ says TikTok is allowed again on government devices10:38 AM CBS News

Trump backs a candidate to replace Sen. Graham10:38 AM Axios

England beats France 6-4; Saka nets a hat trick10:38 AM AP

Cyclospora tied to Taco Bell lettuce; recall issued9:11 AM AP

Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami; UK seeks extradition9:11 AM AP

Smoke forecast to clear Northeast before World Cup final9:11 AM AP

Final on turf at MetLife draws mixed reviews amid rain risk9:11 AM AP

Josh Kerr breaks men's mile world record, runs 3:42.669:11 AM AP

Yesterday

U.S. widens strikes on Iran, targeting bridges and ports8:08 PM AP News

Trump alleges China accessed voter data; experts push back8:08 PM CBS News

Interior removes automatic protections for 'threatened' species8:08 PM AP News

Federal judge blocks OMB clause to cut state grants8:08 PM AP News

Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce sold in 27 states over Cyclospora risk8:08 PM AP News

France vs. England for World Cup third place in Miami8:08 PM The Guardian

Networks refuse Trump's primetime speech; he warns about their licenses4:15 PM Wash. Post

Acting AG courts GOP votes after meeting with accusers4:15 PM AP News

Messi’s Argentina to face Spain in New Jersey final4:15 PM AP News

Canadian wildfire smoke prompts air-quality alerts4:15 PM AP News

World leaders accept invites to the World Cup final4:15 PM AP News

Two U.S. troops killed, one missing after attack in Jordan3:11 PM AP

Texas prosecutor releases new details contradicting initial ICE account in fatal Houston shooting3:11 PM AP

Trump urges Darline Graham to run for full Senate term after her appointment to succeed late brother3:11 PM AP

AG nominee Todd Blanche meets Epstein accusers after GOP senator’s demand during confirmation3:11 PM AP

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