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PoliticsOct 20Former Minnesota GOP governor sees ‘political layer’ to Omar probeTim Pawlenty, the former Republican governor of Minnesota, acknowledged on Tuesday morning there was a “political layer” to the Trump administration’s investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.). Federal agents searched the Democrat’s Washington, D.C., home on Oct. 12 as part of an ongoing criminal probe into allegations of fraud and false statements made in immigration…The Hill
PoliticsOct 20Attack Ad Featuring Candidate’s Mother Turns Ohio Governors Race Even UglierA Republican ad features Amy Acton’s estranged mother calling her daughter a liar. The two have not spoken since Dr. Acton’s mother backed her husband after his arrest on rape charges.NYT US
PoliticsOct 20Poll: Voters see Republicans as the party of Big Tech tax breaksStripping tax incentives from tech companies rated as one of the top tax priorities in the midterms, according to the POLITICO Poll.Politico
PoliticsOct 20Trump used taxpayer funds to make campaign-style ads — and now his super PAC is running themThe DNC accuses MAGA Inc of airing ‘propaganda’ developed by White House employees, in violation of federal lawThe Independent World
BusinessOct 20Mexico is "very close" to a trade agreement with the US, assures SheinbaumMexico and the US are close to finalizing a trade pact, according to the president, who highlighted the role of the US Department of Commerce. The agreement seeks to reduce tariffs on Mexican exports, especially in automobiles, steel, and aluminum, without harming the national economy.Clarín
WorldOct 20The era of parity is real and it won't be easy for teams to reach the NBA playoffsThe NBA is unpredictable with multiple title contenders. Philadelphia and Minnesota emerge as favorites for the Finals, with the Wolves taking the win. The East promises fierce competition, while in the West, teams like San Antonio and Oklahoma City stand out. Parity defines...Clarín
PoliticsOct 20Election forecaster shares predictions on Senate, House battlesDemocrats and Republicans are battling for control of the House and Senate. Sabato's Crystal Ball associate editor J. Miles Coleman shares his analysis.CBS News
PoliticsOct 20Khanna to campaign in Nebraska with Senate candidate Dan OsbornDan Osborn, who says he won't caucus with Republicans or Democrats if he wins, is campaigning with Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna Saturday.CBS News
BusinessOct 20Washington Trust forecasts 2.85%-2.90% Q4 NIM while planning ~$1.5M higher expensesWashington Trust forecasts a 2.85%-2.90% Q4 Net Interest Margin while simultaneously planning for approximately $1.5 million in higher expenses. This provides insight into the company's financial outlook and operational costs.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 20Alberta votes overwhelmingly to remain part of CanadaThe Canadian province has voted overwhelmingly to remain part of Canada, though deep political divisions endure.BBC World
PoliticsOct 20Michael Bloomberg Gives $80 Million to Help Democrats in Final Midterm PushThe money from the former New York City mayor and megadonor, who is focused on ensuring a sizable Democratic House majority, will help cut into Republicans’ financial advantage.NYT US
HealthOct 20Trump administration health leaders break down new women's health initiativeDirector of the National Institutes of Health Dr. Jay Bhattacharya and Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health Dr. Alicia Jackson sit down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss President Trump's executive order creating a women's health division within the NIH.CBS News
BusinessOct 20Texas Instruments Q3 preview: AI demand, EPS revisions, key risksThis article previews Texas Instruments' Q3 performance, focusing on AI demand, earnings per share revisions, and potential risks. It offers insights into the semiconductor industry and the company's financial health.Seeking Alpha Tech
PoliticsOct 20Farmers to get one-time payments from $8 billion program, Trump says: What to knowPresident Trump on Monday announced a program meant to give farmers one-time payments to help "offset diesel costs" this harvest season, but it likely won't have an immediate impact.The Hill
PoliticsOct 20French riots become Republican midterm boogeymanAs the French right-wing National Rally is seizing on fiery protests in the country for its pre-election pitch, so are President Trump and his Republican allies in the U.S.The big picture: The Trump administration has used the unrest, which began over education grievances, to bolster its messaging on immigration and the threat of "communists," a group Trump has repeatedly claimed is threatening American civilization.Driving the news: "When you see burning steeples and raging fires in France, just remember that is what the radical 'Dumocrats' want to do to America," Trump said before a Kansas rAxios
PoliticsOct 20Republicans raised $1.2 billion to reach young voters. Democrats must respond.The difference between a blue ripple and a blue wave will be the turnout of young voters.The Hill
Sci & TechOct 20More Americans are now worried about AI than biological warfare and terrorism, poll finds‘People’s fears about AI are much broader than concerns about automation or job displacement,’ says Seth Benzell, an assistant professor at Chapman UniversityThe Independent World
WorldOct 20Sam Altman's sister's sexual abuse lawsuit dismissed by US judgeAnnie Altman brought her lawsuit in St. Louis, Missouri, federal court in January 2025The Independent World
PoliticsOct 20Rubio has rejected claims that restrictions on U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine are costing Ukrainian livesU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed as "scandalous" and "outrageous" claims that Ukrainians were dying because the US was withholding intelligence from Kyiv.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 20US midterm elections: Trump approval rating falls to new lowWith US President Donald Trump’s approval rating falling to a record low of 31%, Republicans are facing mounting concerns ahead of November’s midterm elections. Republicans are at risk of losing control of the House of Representatives, but how big could the Democrats’ gains be? FRANCE 24’s International Affairs Editor Kethevane Gorjestani explains.France 24 [en]
WorldOct 20Santa Monica’s iconic pier sign coming down after 85 years — and it’s heading to Las VegasThe historic blue neon Santa Monica Pier sign, which has welcomed generations of tourists since 1941, will be removed beginning TuesdayThe Independent World
ConflictOct 2018-year-old accused of planning Mall of America terror attack will remain in jailThe Hill
Sci & TechOct 20Battery-powered apartment complex in New York aims to solve three issues - and save residents cashA medical research building in the city is using the battery system, tooThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 20Hinojosa sues for emails between Abbott, MuskTexas state Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D) filed a lawsuit on Monday to force her opponent in the state’s gubernatorial race, Gov. Greg Abbott (R), to release his emails with Republican ally Elon Musk. The complaint accuses Abbott of violating state public records law by refusing to provide Hinojosa with requested documents of the governor’s exchanges…The Hill