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Politics Washington

Trump Names Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff

President Donald Trump said on November 6 that Stephen Miller is set to succeed Susie Wiles in the administration’s top staff post, with Miller taking over on November 9. Wiles is moving to the Trump political operation.

Society Everett

Everett Transit Merger Sets April 2027 Handover

Community Transit will take over Everett’s bus operations on April 1, 2027, after unanimous approval of the merger on November 5. The agreement calls for a 50% increase in service by 2031 and doubles the city’s transit sales tax.

Crime Lumpkin County

Person Hospitalized After Law Enforcement Shooting in Lumpkin County

A person was taken to a hospital after a law enforcement shooting on Emory Stephens Road in Lumpkin County, Georgia, on November 6.

Politics U.S.

Tillis Criticizes Hegseth Over Pentagon Video and Record

On November 6, retiring North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on X over a Pentagon video, his conduct and spending. The post drew sharp replies defending Hegseth and attacking Tillis.

Health U.S.

Chris Murphy Leaves Hospital After Stroke

Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy was discharged from the hospital on November 6, 2026, and will miss several weeks of Senate votes while recovering at a rehabilitation facility.

Politics U.S.

Bongino Calls Michigan Senator-Elect a Security Threat

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.

Politics U.S.

Pope Leo Says He Was Proud to Vote in US Midterms

On November 6, 2026, Pope Leo XIV said aboard his plane to Uruguay that he was proud to vote in the US midterm elections, while declining to comment on the results. He also discussed his recovery from lung cancer surgery ahead of a 12-day Latin American tour.

Crime Ventura County

Murrieta Man Arrested in Ventura County Fuel Theft Case

Tigran Gabrielian, 61, was arrested in Newbury Park on November 4 in an alleged scheme involving stolen credit cards and large fuel purchases across Ventura County.

Entertainment

Julia Stiles and Ezra Sosa Mark DWTS Run With Tattoos

After their elimination from Dancing With the Stars on November 3, Julia Stiles and partner Ezra Sosa revealed matching tattoos honoring their time together on the show.

Entertainment Los Angeles

Macklemore Says Nine Arenas Rejected Palestine Benefit Shows

On November 6, Macklemore said nine U.S. arenas declined to host his Palestine benefit tour, alleging the venues withdrew available dates after learning the shows’ purpose. He said he is still seeking ways to bring the tour to the United States.

Politics U.S.

Two Senate Races Remain Uncalled as Parties Seek Recount Funds

On November 5, campaigns and party committees were raising money as vote counting continued in the close Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska.

Politics Washington

Baumgartner Demands GOP Leaders Cut Off Reporter Over Leaks

On November 6, Rep. Michael Baumgartner of Washington called on House Republican leadership candidates to stop speaking with Punchbowl News co-founder Jake Sherman over leaks from private meetings, drawing swift criticism after Republicans lost the House.