No. 72 · Monday, October 26, 2026
At a Michigan rally this weekend, President Trump attacked Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed over what characteristic?
DHis Muslim faith
Why
Trump delivered an Islamophobic rant at a Michigan rally, contending that El-Sayed, a Muslim, would invite jihadists to U.S. shores in a tight Senate race against Republican Mike Rogers.
New York TimesWhich Venezuelan opposition leader returned from nearly 10 months in exile this week to challenge the government?
CMaría Corina Machado
Why
María Corina Machado, a Nobel laureate, returned to Venezuela after nearly 10 months in exile to challenge leaders who have sidelined her and press for new elections.
New York TimesA massive data center being built in which Wisconsin city is sparking community division over potential local impact?
DPort Washington
Why
A data center as large as 500 football fields is under construction in Port Washington, Wisconsin, with residents divided over whether it could save or destroy their community.
NPR NationalWhich state has been hit hardest by the current measles outbreak, with at least 1,338 confirmed cases across 44 counties?
CPennsylvania
Why
Pennsylvania is the worst hit state in the measles outbreak, with at least 1,338 cases confirmed in 44 counties according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
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