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Washington Examiner

Debate Over Populism Emerges in GOP Following Midterm Elections

Top Republicans are debating the future of populism in the GOP following significant midterm losses. Some conservatives advocate for a return to traditional economic policies, while others defend Trump's populist agenda. Polls indicate that many voters believe Trump's tariffs have harmed the economy, leading to discussions about the party's direction ahead of the 2028 presidential election.

Guardian — US

Democrats Gain Majority in House During 2026 Midterm Elections

In the 2026 midterm elections, Democrats have expanded their majority in the House of Representatives to 253 seats, while Republicans hold 157. Key races remain undecided, and Nithya Raman has been elected mayor of Los Angeles, defeating incumbent Karen Bass.

Axios

Religious Nones Surpass White Evangelicals in 2026 Midterms Electorate

In the 2026 midterm elections, religiously unaffiliated voters surpassed white evangelicals in the electorate. White evangelicals accounted for 17% of voters, down from 23% in 2024, while religious 'nones' made up 27%. Their support for Democrats increased significantly. Robert P. Jones from PRRI noted the decline of white evangelicals extends beyond elections, as their population has decreased over the years.

Deutsche Welle

European Shares Decline Amid Global Market Sell-Off

European shares have decreased in value after notable declines in Asia and on Wall Street. Concerns about large investments in AI and possible regulatory actions following the US midterm elections are influencing market reactions.

The Daily Beast

Pentagon Authorizes National Guard Deployment in Washington, D.C.

The Pentagon has authorized the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., to support police operations amid a declared crime emergency. The deployment includes military vehicles and is set to run through the end of the year. While thefts have decreased, other crime rates remain unchanged. The operation is projected to cost $1.4 billion through 2028.

Fox News — Latest

UAE and OpenAI Announce Partnership to Integrate AI in Energy Sector

At the ADIPEC 2026 conference in Abu Dhabi, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and UAE officials announced a partnership to integrate AI into the energy sector. The collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency and position the UAE as a global AI hub, leveraging its energy resources and financial strength. Discussions highlighted the importance of human decision-making in AI applications, while also addressing the energy demands of AI technologies.

Deutsche Welle

Pope Leo begins 12-day tour of South America

Pope Leo has started a 12-day tour in South America, visiting Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. This journey marks the longest and farthest trip of his papacy thus far.

Deutsche Welle

Trial of alleged leaders of far-right group in Germany begins

The trial of four members of the far-right group 'Kingdom of Germany' has commenced, with charges related to criminal organization activities. Additionally, a study highlights potential water stress issues linked to data centers in Germany.