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Summary
This episode covers the political fallout from the midterms, including VP JD Vance blaming the Iran war for Republican losses and Democrats preparing to oversee the White House. Reports also highlight the historic election of Gina Hinojosa as Texas governor and the shifting influence of Latino voters. Additionally, the show details Saudi Aramco’s record profits despite regional conflict and the appointment of a former federal prosecutor to lead the investigation into the Cornell sexual assault case.
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Vance blames Iran war for GOP midterm losses
Democrats plan oversight and affordability bills
Latino voters swing back to Democrats
Historic Democratic wins in Texas elections
Aramco profits rise despite Gulf war disruptions
New York AG leads Cornell assault investigation
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