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Nov 1, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers a federal judge dismissing the Trump administration's lawsuit over the Alaska Senate race, noting the administration's intent to appeal. It also reports on high early voting rates in Michigan, where a Democratic House member endorsed a Republican Senate candidate, and the start of ACA open enrollment amid a significant drop in coverage. Additional headlines include constructive U.S.-Canada trade talks, the results of the New York City Marathon, and Senator Chris Murphy's hospitalization following a stroke.

Topics discussed

Federal judge dismisses Trump admin lawsuit over Alaska Senate race Michigan early voting stats and Haley Stevens endorsement ACA marketplace open enrollment begins amid enrollment drop PM Carney discusses trade deal with President Trump Swedish runner wins men's New York City Marathon Senator Chris Murphy hospitalized after stroke Sponsor message from Squarespace
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