On November 5, former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino criticized Michigan’s choice of Abdul El-Sayed for the U.S. Senate, alleging security concerns over his associations. El-Sayed has no ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and has condemned its ideology.
MTA leaders are urging the incoming Democratic-led Congress to protect and increase federal transit funding, citing risks to New York projects and operations. They outlined their priorities on November 5.The MTA is pressing the incoming Democratic-led Congress to restore transit funding and protect New York projects from administration policies. The authority laid out its demands on November 5.The MTA wants the incoming Democratic-led Congress to preserve funding, exempt transit purchases from tariffs and increase security grants. It announced its priorities on November 5.
On November 5, newly elected Arizona Rep. Amish Shah said lowering everyday costs and working across party lines would be priorities as he prepares to represent the state’s 1st Congressional District.On November 5, Arizona’s newly elected Rep. Amish Shah said he will focus on gas, grocery and health care costs, while criticizing the administration’s handling of the war in Iran.On November 5, newly elected Rep. Amish Shah promised bipartisan work on everyday costs, Social Security and Arizona’s water supply as he prepares to represent the state’s 1st District.
After prediction markets accurately anticipated Democratic gains in the House and Senate, traders turned to bets on which Trump administration officials might leave first. The shift comes as lawmakers in both parties push to restrict election-related contracts.Prediction markets correctly anticipated Democratic control of both chambers, but their growing reach is intensifying concerns about insider trading and consumer protections. Traders are now betting on possible departures from Trump’s Cabinet.Prediction markets anticipated Democratic control of Congress and correctly picked most midterm races, even as lawmakers seek to ban election contracts. Traders have since turned to bets on possible Trump Cabinet departures.
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai practiced on November 6 for the first time since injuring his toe in Week 4. He is questionable for the Bears’ November 8 game against Tampa Bay.
Newark Councilmember Eve Marie Little said she was attacked at a park on October 25 while speaking with residents about park updates. A 31-year-old Fremont woman was arrested four days later and charged in connection with the assault.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Montevideo on November 6 to begin a three-country South American tour, fewer than four weeks after undergoing an operation on his lung. His three-day Uruguay visit will be followed by stops in Argentina and Peru.Pope Leo XIV arrived in Montevideo on November 6 for a three-day visit, bringing the Catholic Church’s message to a country with a long record of secularism and laws the church opposed.Pope Leo XIV arrived in Montevideo on November 6 to begin a three-day visit, offering a prominent reminder of Uruguay’s Catholic heritage in Latin America’s most secular country.
The cast of Hulu’s All’s Fair celebrated the second season’s New York premiere on November 4, previewing new conflicts and changing relationships in the legal drama.
Illinois beat Penn 112-70 at the State Farm Center in Champaign on November 5, moving to 2-0 with another high-scoring performance.
Published November 6, 2026: University of New Hampshire researchers linked legal online sports betting to a nearly 23% rise in National Problem Gambling Hotline calls. Nearly half of contacts were from people ages 18 to 34.Published November 6, 2026: A University of New Hampshire study linked legal online sports betting to nearly 23% more hotline calls, as young adults make up nearly half of contacts seeking gambling help.Published November 6, 2026: Researchers linked legal online sports betting to a nearly 23% increase in gambling hotline calls. The figures highlight concerns about expanded access, but describe an association rather than proof of cause.
Northwestern will likely have to play without starting quarterback Aidan Chiles when it hosts Iowa in Evanston on November 7. Backup Nicco Marchiol is set to start.
On November 6, Maine senator-elect Troy Jackson said he would support someone other than Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader. His statement added to growing Democratic opposition to Schumer’s leadership after the election.On November 6, Maine senator-elect Troy Jackson said he would back someone other than Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader. His stance adds to calls for party leaders to step aside after the election.On November 6, Maine senator-elect Troy Jackson said he would support someone other than Chuck Schumer for Senate majority leader. His refusal adds to a growing Democratic challenge to Schumer after the election.
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