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(Cape Canaveral , FL) -- NASA is taking another major step toward building a permanent presence on the Moon. During the MAX POWER aerospace expo at Kennedy Space Center this past weekend, the agency announced a new contract framework worth up to ten-billion dollars. Eight companies, including SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Lockheed Martin, will compete to make commercial cargo deliveries to the Moon's South Pole.

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(Heathrow, FL) -- Gas prices are dropping. AAA reports the national average fell to $3.87 today, below $4 for the first time in over three months.

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(Columbus, OH) -- Newly released 911 call audio is revealing disturbing details about the incident that led to an Ohio State fraternity being suspended. The "Columbus Dispatch" reports a caller can be heard telling the dispatcher that "they set their pledges on fire" adding that "they stood around watching while this kid just burned." A video of the incident quickly went viral, showing two men in sweat pants wrestling each other while their clothing went up in flames as a crowd stood around and watched before eventually trying to help them. The victims suffered second and third degree burns. According to the 911 call, they were doused with gasoline before being set ablaze.

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WASHINGTON, Nov 10 (Reuters) - US Senator John Thune has been reelected Republican leader by acclamation, an aide said on Tuesday.

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(Washington, DC) -- A new House report says conflicts of interest and institutional negligence enabled Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse to continue for years. The explosive investigation, led by Kentucky Republican James Comer, found a network of figures tied to politics, law enforcement, fashion and finance overlooked warning signs of sex trafficking to facilitate Epstein's abuse. The Republican-led investigation uncovered no evidence implicating President Trump in Epstein's criminal activities. The committee has recommended further investigations, stronger protections for trafficking survivors and reforms to prevent similar federal law enforcement failures.

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(Paris) -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio is doubling down on economic pressure against Tehran. Speaking from the G7 summit in Paris today, Rubio said the U.S. will keep imposing "devastating" economic costs on Iran. He went on to call Iran's leaders "lunatics" and said their peace demands "outrageous and ridiculous." Rubio said the U.S. will be prepared for diplomacy if Iran's demands change. He added Washington has options beyond resuming strikes or caving to Tehran.

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Congressman Jim Jordan of Ohio has been elected the new House Minority Leader. Today, GOP House members elected Jordan over Louisiana's Steve Scalise as their new leader. Current Speaker Mike Johnson announced last week he's stepping down from leadership.

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(Santa Barbara, CA) -- The number of runners medically treated after the Santa Barbara Half-Marathon in California is up to 30. That's an increase from 19 people on Monday, the day after the race. Twenty-six of them were taken to local emergency departments. The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department says all of the runners showed symptoms of heat illness after running in 86-degree weather. That's out of 75-hundred registered participants. But, other people believe someone may have spiked or drugged a water station. Health inspectors found no violations or areas of concern at locations where electrolyte drinks were being prepared for the race.

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(Suffolk, England) -- The U.S. is moving military aircraft off an airbase in the U.K. after threats from Iran. The aircraft, which include refueling tankers and Ospreys, left RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, England Monday. Some were transferred to Germany, Spain and Scotland. Aircraft were already moved from another airbase after police stopped a suspected Iranian-linked terror plot. The U.S. has used a number of bases in the UK to launch attacks against Iran.

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(Abu Dhabi) -- American, Ukrainian and Russian officials are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi today in an effort to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The Trump administration is seeking a breakthrough as the war drags on into its fifth year. The U.S. delegation, led by special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, joined Ukrainian and Russian representatives to discuss security guarantees, territorial disputes and a potential settlement. Major disagreements remain, as Russia demands Ukrainian territory and military restrictions while Kyiv seeks security guarantees. U.S. officials remain cautiously optimistic, but Ukrainian leaders doubt the talks will produce progress.

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(Washington, DC) -- Congressman Jim Jordan of Ohio is the new House Minority Leader. On Tuesday, GOP House members elected Jordan over Louisiana's Steve Scalise as their new leader. Jordan defeated Scalise by a vote of 106-73. Current Speaker Mike Johnson announced last week he's stepping down from leadership.

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An eighty-year Ohio veteran calls in with a raw, emotional message: the America he once proudly served is slipping away, and he’s heartbroken by what he sees. His response to the changes—and the specific policies he believes can reverse them—cuts straight to the heart of the national debate.

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Republicans are still arguing among themselves over messaging and leadership while Democrats quietly coordinated a massive online push focused on everyday costs—and the timing of falling gas prices only sharpens the contrast. The gap in hustle is clearer than most on the right want to admit.

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The 2026 midterms were a tsunami Democrats rode, and now they have nearly 260 seats in the House and will likely get close to 60 in the Senate. It’s a repeat of the 2006 and 2008 election cycles.

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In this interview, Tim Murtaugh discusses the recent changes within the Trump administration, including the transition from Susie Wiles to Steven Miller as Chief of Staff. Murtaugh emphasizes the stability these changes bring and highlights President Trump’s zero-tolerance policy towards those profiting off their association with him. He also addresses the GOP's goals for the upcoming lame-duck session, suggesting they focus on passing critical legislation, such as codifying immigration policies and setting multi-year budgets to counter Democratic threats. Murtaugh reflects on the midterm election results, noting that while some conservative ideas and ballot initiatives were successful, individual Republican candidates faced challenges. He stresses the importance of cohesive messaging and the potential effectiveness of being in the minority to rally against opposing ideas. Murtaugh concludes by commenting on the political dynamics within the Republican party, acknowledging both Jordan and Steve as key figures.

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Governor Scott Walker, former Governor of Wisconsin and President of Young America's Foundation, discusses a new initiative titled "Freedom, Not Socialism." In this interview, he addresses the rising support for socialism among young Americans and the need to educate the younger generation about the benefits of free enterprise and limited government. Walker emphasizes the importance of taking the message directly to the most liberal and radicalized cities across the country, starting with Los Angeles. The initiative aims to engage students in high schools and colleges, offering programs and materials to middle and elementary school students as well. Walker highlights the contrast between the optimism of the Reagan era and the current state of American politics, stressing the urgency to reignite the spirit of freedom and patriotism among the youth.

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The New York Times has reported concerns within the administration about Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, potentially being compromised by Chinese intelligence. This situation raises significant national security issues. Dan Hoffman, a former CIA senior officer and station chief, joins the discussion to shed light on this matter. Hoffman explains that China does not distinguish between US government officials and the defense industrial base, particularly focusing on semiconductor chips critical for military applications. The Chinese government's extensive espionage campaign aims to collect intelligence and steal intellectual property. Hoffman emphasizes the need for a stronger partnership between the federal government, law enforcement, and the private sector to combat this threat. He also highlights the importance of companies developing their own counterintelligence strategies, in collaboration with intelligence experts, to protect against Chinese infiltration. Hoffman warns that failure to address this issue could have severe consequences for national security and the economy.

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is pushing back against an impeachment effort led by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky, calling the move a political stunt aimed at undermining President Donald Trump and the U.S. military. Speaking at the Pentagon Tuesday morning, Hegseth strongly criticized the resolution, arguing that disagreements over military policy do not justify impeachment. Hegseth defended the Trump administration's military operations in Iran, including strikes targeting the country's nuclear and military infrastructure. He also highlighted the administration's campaign against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and other waters. The defense secretary argued that the impeachment effort could have consequences beyond his own position, warning that American service members carrying out military orders could eventually face similar accusations. "Make no mistake about what is happening. This is not about me," Hegseth said. "If they want to come for the warriors, they're going to have to come through me." Hegseth also accused lawmakers of undermining national security by questioning military operations that he maintains were lawful. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has expressed support for the impeachment effort, while Massie is leading the push in Congress. Hegseth maintained that he has the support of President Trump and said he remains focused on military readiness, national security and securing additional funding for the armed forces.

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President Donald Trump is responding to questions about allegations involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and a woman suspected of having ties to Chinese intelligence. Reporters questioned the president about when he first learned of the allegations and whether he was aware of them during his trip to China earlier this year. The controversy has raised questions about Huang's reported connection to the woman and what information was known about her alleged activities. According to Reuters, Trump said Huang told him he did not know the woman was suspected of being a spy. The allegations come as Nvidia, one of the world's leading artificial intelligence chipmakers, remains a major player in U.S.-China technology relations. The allegations have not established that Huang knowingly participated in espionage or was aware of any suspected intelligence connections.

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