AI companies are drawn to Culver City as Hollywood experiments with technology. LA Times

VOA VIEW: It will be interesting.

A White House that has enjoyed relative stability over the past two years has returned to a state of disarray that characterized much of Trump's early political career. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Liberal media stupidity.

The outcome gives Republican candidates an advertising edge in the final weeks of the campaign. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Good!

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Vlad is the villain President Trump’s call for Ukraine to replace its president, Volodymyr Zelensky, is a blunder of huge proportions (“Zel: Don on ‘wrong side’ in Vlad deal,” Oct. 15). Ukraine has been conducting a valiant, underdog effort in its war against Russia and has had America’s support for over four years. Now, because... New York Post

Cabinet members are seldom major figures in campaigns, but the defense secretary’s forays into politics and his bravado in defense of an unpopular war have made him a target. New York Times

Voting rights advocates fear the Trump administration may use the federal government to cast doubt on the election, discourage participation or try to delegitimize results. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Liberal media madness.

Organizers are hoping to promote early voting ahead of the midterm elections in this latest round of nationwide demonstrations that have previously focused on President Trump. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Liberal fools.

After a former student named seven men in a lawsuit saying they had sexually assaulted her, a movement gained steam online to reveal her identity. New York Times

The president’s crazy actions have Democrats on the cusp of victory — and they’ll be coming for him. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Dems have not won.

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United States Secret Service (USSS) Deputy Director Matthew C. Quinn has announced his resignation from the federal law enforcement agency, according to an internal email circulated to staff. OANN

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk debuted Tesla’s new vehicle prototype that appeared to take flying cars from science fiction to reality. OANN

VOA VIEW: It works, so far.

President Donald Trump signaled a public end to Katie Zacharia’s brief tenure as White House press secretary on Friday, suggesting her role may not be a fit for her just days after a heavily criticized briefing room debut. OANN

VOA VIEW: She did not get a good chance.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) have announced a 95% drop in southwest border apprehensions compared to the previous administration of former President Joe Biden, according to preliminary Fiscal Year 2026 data. OANN

VOA VIEW: Good!

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Washington Times reporters Susan Ferrechio and Seth McLaughlin explain how Trump's legislative agenda would hit the brakes and why the White House would likely lean even harder on executive orders. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Chaous!

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Friday it reached a settlement forcing reforms in a Mississippi city and its police department, which the DOJ found discriminated against Black people, used excessive force and retaliated against critics. Washington Times

The Democratic nominee for Wisconsin secretary of state says her "number one priority" is to see the next governor sign a law granting driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants, a policy the office she is seeking does not control. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: She has gone mad.

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A federal judge ruled Thursday in favor of New York City's sanctuary policy, saying the federal government can't force local authorities to assist in arresting and deporting illegal immigrants. Washington Times

The Justice Department sued California, alleging that the federal government has identified more than 20,000 noncitizens who are unlawfully registered to vote. CBS

VOA VIEW: They broke the law.

The price of heating oil in Maine has soared from $3.34 per gallon one year ago to $5.97 today, a jump of roughly 79%. CBS

VOA VIEW: Madness!

Federal investigators said they are looking into suspicious letters containing unknown substances that were mailed to state election officials and congressional offices. CBS

The White House described Katie Zacharia as "uniquely qualified" to be the new press secretary. CBS

VOA VIEW: So!

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Nine former FBI employees sued the bureau, saying they were unlawfully terminated for working on the investigation into President Trump's classified documents case. CBS

The demands come amid mounting public concerns about the potential risks posed by frontier AI models. CBS

VOA VIEW: It has to be investicated.

Polls show GOP Attorney General Ken Paxton trailing Democratic Rep. James Talarico in the Texas Senate race. CNBC

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Mortgages and student loans are often called "good debt." Experts say that label can hide the real question: Can you actually afford the risk? CNBC

KFC is switching from PepsiCo to Coca-Cola as its beverage supplier for U.S. restaurants. CNBC

Southwest Airlines is overhauling its loyalty program and replacing A-List and A-List Preferred with three new tiers. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Why and when?

JetBlue announced that BlueFirst, its new domestic first class option, is available for booking on more than 30 routes. It launches December 8. CNBC

Bend police responded to Silver Rail Elementary School for an active shooter report, where three children and an adult were killed. The suspected gunman was shot dead. FOX News

Operation Show Me Justice yielded 435 arrests, 80 kilos of drugs and 166 illegal firearms as federal agents surged into St. Louis over months. FOX News

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