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Oct 30, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump resumes campaigning in Kansas and Iowa amid tight midterm races, while Alaska’s Mary Peltola denies allegations of recruiting a spoiler candidate. In Israel, election results show Netanyahu’s bloc lost its majority, triggering complex coalition negotiations. Additionally, the Milwaukee Brewers celebrate their 2026 World Series win, new FDA-approved blood tests for Alzheimer’s are highlighted, and Pope Leo XIV confirms he voted in the U.S. midterms.

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NPR News Now introduction Trump's campaign trips and midterm House race analysis Alaska Senate race: Peltola denies spoiler candidate allegations Israel election results and coalition negotiations Milwaukee Brewers celebrate 2026 World Series win New blood tests for Alzheimer's disease diagnosis Pope Leo XIV confirms voting in US midterms Sponsor segment: Charles Schwab Choiceology podcast
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