2pm ET, November 05 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
This episode covers the post-midterms stock market sell-off driven by AI skepticism and voter opposition to data centers, alongside Texas Republicans grappling with their losses and the need to repair ties with Latino voters. It highlights record-breaking wins for Democratic women in Congress and historic firsts for female governors, while also noting the departure of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division head.
Topics discussed
Stock market sell-off and AI investment doubts
Texas Republicans react to midterm losses
Record wins for Democratic women in midterms
Civil Rights Division head Harmeet Dillon departs
Record share of first-time homebuyers pay cash
Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international soccer
Russell Brand convicted of rape and assault
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