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Nov 5, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers President Trump's reaction to Vice President Vance blaming the Iran war for Republican midterm losses, alongside Jamie Raskin's upcoming role as House Judiciary Committee chair. The report also details Israel's efforts to form a new right-wing government and Florida voters' approval of a major property tax cut that threatens local public services. Finally, the episode notes the end of the Swift space telescope after it burned up in Earth's atmosphere.

Topics discussed

Sponsorship and show introduction Trump comments on Iran war and Vance's post Jamie Raskin to chair House Judiciary Committee Israel coalition talks and election disputes Analysis of right-wing dominance in Knesset Florida voters approve major property tax cut NASA Swift satellite re-enters atmosphere Sponsorship and closing remarks
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