AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMidterm Fallout: Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in a sweeping rebuke to President Donald Trump, with cost-of-living concerns and opposition to his Iran policy among the factors cited. The result is already fueling debate over the GOP’s direction and the 2028 race. Iran Conflict: Trump said U.S. forces carried out limited strikes on an air-defense system on Qeshm Island, while Iran claimed it shot down a U.S. drone. Washington also offered up to $20 million and possible relocation for information on Iran’s nuclear program, even as talks continue through Qatar. Election Dispute: The Justice Department dropped its bid to block the counting of 20,000 California ballots after courts rejected the challenge and the Supreme Court declined to intervene. Economy: Employers added 165,000 jobs in October, and unemployment edged down to 4.1%. California Clemency: Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan to commute all remaining state death-row sentences drew sharp criticism from prosecutors and victims’ families.
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