Elon Musk donated over $365 million to help Republicans in the midterm elections. The book "Blockers" by Michael Lewis looks at Musk’s role in leading a group called DOGE and how some federal workers opposed it.
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Elon Musk gave more than $365 million to support Republican candidates in the midterms.
Michael Lewis wrote a book called "Blockers" about Musk’s influence on the government.
The book focuses on Musk’s leadership of a group named DOGE.
Some federal government workers resisted the efforts or actions taken by DOGE.
Lisa Desjardins interviewed Michael Lewis about the topics covered in the book.
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John James, the Republican candidate for Michigan governor, said President Trump does not represent the views of people in Michigan. James is behind Democrat Jocelyn Benson in the polls as issues like tariffs and the conflict with Iran are important in the race.
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John James is running for governor of Michigan as a Republican.
He is currently trailing behind Democrat Jocelyn Benson in the polls.
James stated that President Trump does not speak for Michigan residents.
The conversation covers how tariffs are affecting the state.
The war with Iran is a significant issue in the governor’s race.
The interview took place on CBS News’ program "The Takeout."
Economic and foreign policy concerns are influencing voter opinions in Michigan.
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A rider died after falling from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. The news also covers other topics including Selma Blair's recent arrest and new AI models unveiled by Meta.
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A person fell to their death from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Selma Blair was arrested during a flight; early details are available.
Meta introduced new artificial intelligence (AI) models to compete with other companies.
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering military strikes against Houthi rebels.
The news mentions increased diesel prices and Trump's deal involving Russian diesel.
There was a deadly tiger attack at a park in the United Kingdom.
Pope Leo is scheduled for lung surgery soon.
There are updates about a police search at the home of Ilhan Omar linked to immigration documents.
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President Donald Trump is considering sending U.S. forces to help Saudi Arabia in its ongoing fight against Houthi forces in Yemen. The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis has been escalating, and this potential involvement marks a significant development.
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President Trump is thinking about joining Saudi Arabia in fighting the Houthi forces in Yemen.
The Houthis are a group involved in the conflict in Yemen.
Saudi Arabia has been battling the Houthis for control in the region.
This possible U.S. involvement would mean sending American forces into the conflict.
The situation in Yemen has caused international concern and affected regional stability.
Joe Cirincione, a former House Armed Services investigator, provided analysis on this issue.
The article was reported by CBS News alongside other news updates.
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President Donald Trump said he is "looking at" firing Kimberly Guilfoyle from her role as U.S. ambassador to Greece. This comes after an associate of Guilfoyle alleged she asked for $100,000 to pay her credit card bill in exchange for helping with the Trump administration before her Senate confirmation.
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President Trump is considering firing Kimberly Guilfoyle as U.S. ambassador to Greece.
An associate of Guilfoyle claimed she requested $100,000 to pay an American Express bill.
The money was allegedly tied to her offering help with the Trump administration before her Senate confirmation hearing.
This issue was reported and discussed by CBS News.
The incident involves questions about ethics and proper conduct during government appointments.
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A federal judge criticized the Trump administration for cutting down 430 trees at East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C., with little notice to the plaintiffs involved in a legal case. The judge expressed frustration because the government had promised to give timely warnings before doing irreversible work but failed to do so as tree removal happened over a holiday weekend.
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Judge Ana Reyes questioned government lawyers about who ordered the cutting of hundreds of trees at the golf course.
The trees were removed at East Potomac Golf Course, a public golf course in Washington, D.C.
The tree cutting took place over the Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day holiday weekend.
The D.C. Preservation League had sued to stop changes connected to President Donald Trump’s plan to upgrade the golf course.
Government lawyers had promised to notify the plaintiffs ahead of any irreversible damage but gave notice late on the Friday before tree cutting began.
A Justice Department attorney admitted 430 trees were cut down during the weekend.
Judge Reyes called the government’s notice inadequate and expressed deep disappointment.
The judge demanded government officials explain the decision-making process for the tree removal and arranged for them to testify in court.
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The National Museum of the American Latino will soon have a permanent building. The Smithsonian's board decided to place the museum in the Arts and Industries Building on the National Mall.
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The museum has operated for six years without a permanent home.
The Smithsonian board of regents approved a permanent location in August.
The new site for the museum is the Arts and Industries Building.
The building is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Jorge Zamanillo is the founding director of the museum.
The decision marks a significant step in recognizing American Latino history and culture.
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British officials said a suspected plan to attack a U.S. military base in England was almost certainly directed by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. The plot targeted RAF Fairford, used by U.S. bombers, and seven men were arrested but released on bail without charges.
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The suspected attack was planned against RAF Fairford, a U.S.-run air base in England.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the plot was likely coordinated and directed by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard.
Police arrested seven men in their 20s; six are British and one has dual U.K.-Iranian citizenship.
Gasoline was found in suspects’ vehicles, but no explosives were discovered.
Britain summoned the Iranian ambassador, who denied involvement and asked for evidence.
The U.K. added two Iranians to its sanctions list for roles in espionage and attacks in Europe and the U.S.
The U.S. removed its bombers from RAF Fairford recently due to the threat.
Western countries condemned Iran’s use of proxy groups in attacks extending outside its borders.
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President Donald Trump said he is thinking about firing Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece. This comes after reports that she may have used her official role and her connection to the Trump family to get money from a donor.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle is the current U.S. ambassador to Greece.
President Trump is considering firing her.
Reports claim Guilfoyle used her job and Trump family links to get money from a donor.
Trump said his administration is unhappy about these reports.
The comments were made as Trump was leaving the White House for a rally.
The situation is still developing, and more details may come later.
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A lawsuit was filed against the Chi Phi fraternity at Cornell University, accusing seven members of gang-raping a woman at a party in October 2024. The case has brought attention to problems within fraternity culture, including issues of exclusivity, harmful behavior, and sexual assault on college campuses.
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The lawsuit was filed by an anonymous woman called Jane Doe.
The incident allegedly happened at a Chi Phi fraternity party at Cornell University on October 19, 2024.
Jane Doe also sued her sorority Delta Delta Delta and Cornell University.
Fraternities, often part of “Greek life” on campuses, use Greek letters and have membership rituals.
Fraternities are promoted by many universities as ways to build friendships and professional connections.
Critics say some fraternities foster violence and use exclusivity to hide bad actions like sexual assault.
Fraternities have a long history in the U.S., starting as male-only clubs with secret rituals in the 1700s.
Today, fraternity culture is linked to ideas of toughness, popularity, and risky behavior.
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Pope Leo XIV, 71 years old, will have surgery to remove a small lump in his lung this week at Rome’s Gemelli hospital. Doctors expect him to recover in about a week, allowing him to travel to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru on November 6 as planned.
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Pope Leo XIV announced he will have lung surgery to remove a nodule, a small growth on the lung.
The operation is expected to happen at the beginning of the week, possibly Tuesday, but the exact date is not confirmed.
Doctors predict about a one-week recovery after the surgery.
The pope plans to start an 11-day trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru on November 6.
A pulmonary nodule can be non-cancerous but sometimes indicates early lung cancer.
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia with breathing support.
The operation will take place at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, a facility often used for treating popes.
Gemelli hospital has a special apartment for the pope, with security, medical staff areas, and a chapel.
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Christa Pike's execution in Tennessee failed after she survived two lethal injections. She was unconscious and had trouble breathing for over an hour, leading to 911 being called for emergency help, and she later regained consciousness and was returned to prison.
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Christa Pike is the only woman on Tennessee's death row.
She was sentenced to death for a 1995 murder conviction.
During her execution, two lethal injections of pentobarbital were given, but she did not die immediately.
Authorities called 911 about an hour after administering the drugs because Pike was still alive but had labored breathing.
Pike was placed on a ventilator and woke up nearly a week later.
She was released from the hospital and returned to prison.
Pike's lawyers raised concerns before the execution about the risk of pain and suffering from the drugs used.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee was asked to reduce Pike’s sentence to life in prison without parole.
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Military veterans have important leadership skills from their service, but it can be hard for them to find jobs in civilian life. Dwight Boddorf, a Marine Corps veteran injured in Iraq, talks about why veterans should get fair chances in the workforce.
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Military veterans gain leadership and experience during their service.
These skills are valuable for civilian jobs.
Veterans often face challenges when applying their military skills to new careers.
Dwight Boddorf is a Marine Corps veteran wounded in Iraq.
Boddorf discusses the need for fair opportunities for veterans after their service.
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Shannon O’Brien resigned as chair of the Montana Democratic Party and endorsed independent candidate Seth Bodnar in the upcoming Senate election. She stepped down just weeks before the November midterm elections.
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Shannon O’Brien was the chair of the Montana Democratic Party since 2025.
She resigned from her position on Monday.
O’Brien publicly supported independent candidate Seth Bodnar for the U.S. Senate seat.
The resignation and endorsement came shortly before the November midterm elections.
O’Brien shared her reasons in an opinion piece for MS NOW.
She mentioned divisions within the Montana Democratic Party.
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President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama are actively campaigning for the 2026 midterm elections with three weeks left until November 3. Trump is holding rallies in many states to boost Republican turnout, while Obama is making fewer appearances but supporting key Democratic candidates.
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The midterm elections are on November 3, 2026, with control of the House and Senate at stake.
Democrats currently have an edge in the House, while the Senate race is very competitive.
President Trump has held rallies in about two dozen states, focusing on both conservative and battleground states.
Trump's rallies aim to increase turnout among Republican voters, especially in states where enthusiasm is lower.
Barack Obama is campaigning selectively, endorsing candidates and appearing at a few key events and ads.
Obama supports candidates in Michigan, Mississippi, and Texas through rallies and advertisements.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Trump is targeting areas where he can help increase voter turnout.
Democrats hope to benefit from economic concerns and President Trump’s lower national approval rating.
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President Donald Trump traveled to Youngstown, Ohio, for a rally scheduled at 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Before the event, he boarded Air Force One accompanied by Jon Gruden, a former NFL coach, and Jake Paul, a social media influencer and boxer.
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President Trump traveled to Youngstown, Ohio, for a rally.
The rally was scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Eastern Time.
The president flew on Air Force One for this trip.
Jon Gruden, a former NFL coach, joined President Trump on Air Force One.
Jake Paul, known for social media and boxing, also accompanied the president.
President Trump arrived by helicopter, Marine One, before boarding Air Force One.
The event was part of President Trump's midterm rally tour.
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A research team has arrived at Nikumaroro Island in the Pacific to investigate possible plane wreckage linked to Amelia Earhart, who disappeared in 1937. The team will search for a mysterious object spotted in 2020, while dealing with challenges such as large crabs and rough weather caused by El Niño.
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The research team is from the Archaeological Legacy Institute (ALI) and Purdue University.
They arrived at Nikumaroro Island, part of Kiribati, after a five-day voyage across 830 nautical miles.
The search focuses on the "Taraia Object," seen in satellite images near the island’s lagoon since 2020.
Some think the object could be Earhart’s plane wreckage; others think it might be a fallen tree.
Giant coconut crabs live on the island; they are large, active at night, and pose safety concerns.
The team plans to spend nights on their ship instead of on the island to avoid the crabs.
El Niño, a climate pattern that affects weather and ocean conditions, may limit their daily work.
This is the first official visit to Nikumaroro Island in seven years and to the Taraia Peninsula in over 15 years.
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Democrat Mary Peltola is leading Republican Senator Dan Sullivan by six points in Alaska polls three weeks before the election. President Donald Trump plans to hold a rally in Alaska to support Sullivan’s reelection campaign.
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Mary Peltola currently has a 6-point lead over Dan Sullivan in recent Alaska polls.
Polls show Peltola with about 48-51% support, while Sullivan has about 42-49%.
Alaska uses a ranked choice voting system, where voters rank candidates by preference.
Some polls suggest Peltola could win more than 50% in the final round of voting.
Around 14% of Republicans say they would vote for Peltola, the Democrat.
Prediction markets give Peltola about a 72-75% chance to win the Senate seat.
President Trump plans to rally for Sullivan in Alaska on October 13th.
Sullivan has previously benefited from support by President Trump but faces challenges as Trump’s popularity in Alaska has dropped.
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A 39-year-old unvaccinated woman in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, died from complications related to measles, becoming the sixth death in the state during a large outbreak. The outbreak began in April and has infected over 1,100 people, with many hospitalizations and no sign of slowing down.
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The woman died on October 10 and had several existing health problems.
Her death was linked to a likely sudden heart event caused by measles complications.
All six measles deaths in Pennsylvania involved unvaccinated individuals; two infants were too young to be vaccinated.
Since the outbreak began, Pennsylvania has reported 1,136 measles cases, with 218 hospitalizations.
The outbreak covers 41 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania.
Measles was declared eliminated in the US in 2000 but is now increasing due to lower vaccination rates and misinformation.
The US has had 4,080 measles cases this year, the highest since 1991.
The US may lose its official measles elimination status when reviewed by health experts in November.
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RJ Mitte, the American actor known for playing Walter White’s son in the TV show Breaking Bad, has died at age 34. He lived with cerebral palsy and used his experience to bring awareness about disabilities through his acting and charity work.
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RJ Mitte was best known for his role as Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad.
He died in Brownsville, Texas, with no cause of death given yet.
Mitte had cerebral palsy and used this in his acting role to add realism.
Breaking Bad aired from 2008 to 2013 and won many Emmy awards.
Mitte won a Screen Actors Guild Award in 2014 for his role in the show.
He was an advocate for disability rights and worked with related charities.
Mitte founded The Mitte Foundation to support community and disability causes.
He acted in other shows like Hannah Montana and Switched at Birth.
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