Politics
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Shooting at Des Moines Post Office Injures Multiple People
Gunfire at a postal center in Des Moines, Iowa, injured multiple people on November 5. Police said a suspect was detained.
Washington
Politics
Washington
Trump’s 250-Foot Washington Arch Faces Final ApprovalTrump’s Monument Push Puts Washington’s Historic Views at RiskTrump’s Washington Arch Advances Despite Lawsuits Seeking Delay
A federal planning panel is expected to approve President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot memorial arch in Washington on November 5, even as lawsuits seek to halt construction.A federal panel is poised to approve President Donald Trump’s 250-foot arch near Washington on November 5, despite lawsuits challenging its legality and impact on nearby landmarks.A federal planning panel is expected to approve President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch in Washington on November 5, while court challenges seek to block construction.
Politics
Washington
Natalie Harp Appears to Screen Calls to Trump’s CellphoneTrump’s Open Phone Line Appears to Close After Midterm LossesTrump’s Call Screening Reflects a President’s Control of His Time
Published November 4, 2026: President Donald Trump’s aide Natalie Harp appears to be screening calls to his personal cellphone in the days after the midterm elections.Published November 4, 2026: In the days after the midterms, aide Natalie Harp appears to have begun screening journalists’ calls to President Donald Trump’s personal cellphone.Published November 4, 2026: Natalie Harp appears to be screening calls to President Donald Trump’s personal cellphone after the midterm elections, while Trump continues to decide which calls to take.
Politics
Washington
Companies Brace for Democratic Oversight After Courting TrumpCompanies Must Answer for Their Trump-Era DealsDemocrats’ Coming Corporate Probes Risk Becoming Political Theater
After Democrats won control of Congress on election night, companies that built ties to President Donald Trump began preparing for investigations expected to start in January. Some have opened communications with Democrats and hired lawyers.With Democrats set to control Congress, companies that aligned themselves with President Donald Trump are preparing for oversight investigations expected to begin in January. Their concern shows the leverage lawmakers have when corporate records can illuminate White House dealings.Democrats are preparing investigations of companies that dealt with President Donald Trump after winning control of Congress. The White House has called the prospective probes sham investigations, and some Trump allies may resist demands for records.
Business
Washington
Floriana to Leave Dupont Circle for Old Town Alexandria
Floriana will close its Dupont Circle restaurant in Washington on December 31 and relocate to Old Town Alexandria, the restaurant announced on November 4.
Politics
Washington
Democrats Prepare to Take Control of CongressDemocrats Can Check Trump and Tackle CostsDemocratic Congress Sets Up a Showdown With Trump
After winning both chambers in the November 3 midterms, Democrats outlined priorities in Washington on November 4, including lowering costs and scrutinizing President Donald Trump’s nominees.After Democrats won both chambers on November 3, party leaders in Washington on November 4 pledged scrutiny of Trump’s nominees and attention to costs, Iran and corruption.Democrats’ November 3 sweep puts them in charge of both chambers from January, and party leaders outlined plans on November 4 to scrutinize Trump’s agenda and nominees.
Politics
Washington
Alito Says He Will Remain on Supreme Court for NowAlito’s Decision Leaves Trump’s Supreme Court Window ClosingAlito Stays, Leaving GOP Senators a Final Chance on Judges
Justice Samuel Alito has told those in his circle he does not plan to retire immediately, after Democrats won Senate contests on November 3. His decision leaves President Donald Trump with little time to nominate another justice while Republicans control the chamber.Justice Samuel Alito does not plan to retire immediately, after Democrats won Senate contests on November 3. The result leaves President Donald Trump with a shrinking chance to name another justice before Republicans lose control of the Senate.Justice Samuel Alito says he does not plan to retire immediately, after Democrats won Senate contests on November 3. Republicans are expected to lose control of the chamber in January, leaving the lame-duck session as their remaining opportunity to confirm pending lower-court nominees.
Sports
Washington
Alexander-Walker leads Hawks past Wizards
Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 26 points as Atlanta beat Washington 120-105 in Washington on November 4. Trae Young scored 18 for the Wizards in his first game against Atlanta since his January trade.
Politics
Washington
New Yorkers Could Lead Congress and the White HouseVoters Put Democrats in Position to Challenge TrumpDemocratic Leaders Face a Test After Midterm Gains
After Democrats won both chambers in the November 3 midterms, Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer emerged as potential leaders of the House and Senate. Their rise could put three New Yorkers in top federal posts alongside President Donald Trump.Democrats’ November 3 wins positioned Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer as prospective heads of the House and Senate, setting up a potential check on President Donald Trump.Democrats’ wins made Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer leading contenders for top congressional posts, but the pair will face President Donald Trump and pressure from their party’s progressive wing.
Politics
Washington
Democrats Sweep Key Races Across DC, Maryland and VirginiaVoters Back Democrats and Reproductive Rights in Regional SweepMaryland Redistricting Vote Opens Door to Partisan Map Fight
On November 3, Democrats won major races across Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia, while voters approved Virginia amendments and a Maryland redistricting measure.On November 3, Democrats won key races across Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia, and voters approved measures on reproductive rights, marriage equality and voting rights.On November 3, Democrats swept major races across the region, while Maryland voters approved a measure that could allow lawmakers to redraw congressional districts before 2028.
Sports
Washington
Five Free-Agent Pitchers Who Could Fit the Nationals
On November 4, 2026, the Washington Nationals entered the offseason needing pitching help after a late-season slump. Five potential free-agent targets include starters Kris Bubic and Matthew Boyd, along with three relievers.
Crime
Washington
Former US Contractor Admits Sharing Secrets With EthiopiaA Contractor’s Espionage Shows the Stakes of Secret IntelligenceEspionage Guilty Plea Underscores the Need to Guard US Secrets
Abraham Teklu Lemma pleaded guilty on November 3 to conspiring to transmit classified US intelligence to Ethiopia, where officials used it in military operations.Abraham Teklu Lemma admitted on November 3 to passing classified US intelligence to Ethiopian officials, who used it in military operations during conflict.Former US contractor Abraham Teklu Lemma admitted on November 3 to transmitting classified intelligence to Ethiopian officials, who used it in military operations.
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