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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.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Charles Schwab 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 Sponsor: Allianz Travel Insurance
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