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Nov 7, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Democrats broke a three-decade Republican hold in Texas as Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott to become the state's first Latina governor. The episode also covers resignations at the Justice Department following midterm losses, Tesla's decision to wind down Cybertruck production in favor of robotaxis, and the death of former West Virginia senator Jay Rockefeller. Additionally, the report highlights Pope Leo's visit to Uruguay and President Trump's announcement that Stephen Miller is replacing Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff.

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Sponsor: Google Workspace with Gemini Gina Hinojosa elected Texas governor DOJ National Security and Florida prosecutors resign Tesla to wind down Cybertruck production Death of former Senator Jay Rockefeller Pope Leo visits Uruguay Trump replaces White House Chief of Staff Sponsor: Midi Health
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