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FCC to Vote on Allowing Signal Jamming in Prisons

The FCC is set to vote on November 19th to potentially allow prisons to use signal jamming technology to combat contraband cellphones. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr emphasized the need for jammers due to their use in criminal activities within prisons.

Fox News — Politics

DOJ Faces Legal Challenges Over Alaska Senate Election Certification

The Department of Justice is attempting to delay the certification of Alaska's Senate election results due to potential voter confusion between candidates with similar names. Mary Peltola's campaign is accused of recruiting a candidate to create confusion, while the DOJ's legal arguments face skepticism regarding their validity and the ability to prove voter confusion.

Mother Jones

Dolores Huerta, Labor and Feminist Activist, Passes Away at 96

Dolores Huerta, a key figure in labor rights and feminist activism, died at 96. She co-founded the United Farm Workers and was instrumental in advocating for farmworker rights, including leading a national grape boycott. Huerta's activism spanned decades, addressing issues like voting rights and women's rights. Recent investigations into César Chávez revealed troubling allegations, which Huerta publicly addressed, leading to discussions about renaming honors previously given to Chávez.

The Intercept

Concerns Rise in Maine Over Election Monitoring Amid Federal Involvement

In Maine, concerns about voter suppression are rising ahead of the November 3 elections. State officials have updated training materials to address potential federal election interference, particularly in response to claims of fraud among the Somali American community. The Department of Justice confirmed it would send election monitors to Maine, although specific locations were not disclosed. Local progressives worry about the impact of political operatives on voter rights.

Guardian — US

FDA Scientists Oppose Easier Access to Unproven Peptide Drugs

FDA scientists have expressed opposition to a plan that would ease access to unproven peptide drugs, which is favored by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The policy was developed with limited input from FDA scientific staff.

Guardian — US

Two Influencers Charged with Felonies for Election Stunt in Minneapolis

James O’Keefe and Cam Higby face felony charges in Minneapolis for attempting to disguise themselves as local voters during the August primary. Their actions were aimed at demonstrating vulnerabilities in the vouching process, which allows registered voters to vouch for others’ eligibility.

The Hill

Federal Reserve maintains interest rates amid ongoing inflation

The Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75 percent to 4 percent on October 28, 2026. This decision comes despite ongoing inflation concerns. Two members of the committee dissented from the majority vote.