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Nov 7, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Democrats outline their legislative priorities for taking control of Congress, including restoring health subsidies and reversing Medicaid cuts, while Gina Hinojosa becomes Texas's first Latina governor after breaking a decades-long Republican hold. The episode also covers a looming strike at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Pope Leo's recovery and tour of Latin America, and cleanup efforts following catastrophic flooding in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Angie.com Democratic legislative agenda for 2025 Gina Hinojosa elected Texas governor LA and Long Beach port strike deadline Pope Leo begins Latin America tour Cleanup after Blue Ridge Mountains flooding Arrest near White House over Trump threat Ukraine strikes and peace talks update Stock market weekly close and sponsor
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