5am ET, November 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
Nov 6, 2026 · 4m
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the aftermath of the midterm elections, including Asian market declines, a threat to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and the resignation of the head of the DOJ's Civil Rights Division. The broadcast also analyzes exit polls on the religious vote, reports on Pope Leo's upcoming trip to Latin America, and details political tensions in Iraq's Kurdistan region alongside a search for a grizzly bear in Canada.
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Asian markets down following Wall Street sell-off
GOP congressman threatens impeachment of Pete Hegseth
DOJ Civil Rights Division head resigns
Exit polls show religious vote shifts in midterms
Pope Leo visits Latin America after lung cancer surgery
Kurdistan party threatens breakaway administration
Search continues for grizzly bear in British Columbia
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