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🏛️ Thune's post-election test Illustration: Aïda Amer/Axios. Photo: Eric Lee/Bloomberg via Getty Images Sen. Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) last night called for a delay in tomorrow's Senate GOP leadership elections, injecting a surprise note of uncertainty into what had been a largely foregone conclusion before Republicans' devastating midterm defeat, Axios' Hans Nichols writes. Why it matters: No one has officially challenged Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.). But the push to delay — also backed by Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) — signals growing unease with plans to quickly reelect him. 🖼️ The big picture: President Trump clashed repeatedly with Thune over his resistance to eliminating the filibuster and the Senate's failure to pass parts of his agenda, like the SAVE America Act. Trump renewed his criticism after the midterms, blaming the Senate in part for Republicans' election losses. Read McCormick's post ... ps:Well I think he should be elect leader, he's done a good job! He's not afraid of standing up to trump!!

⚡ Elon braces for Dem crackdown Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Photos: Getty Images Elon Musk's sprawling empire — from rockets to robots, electric cars to AI — is facing a political onslaught with few parallels in modern corporate history, Axios' Zachary Basu writes: 💰 1. Political: Musk's most humiliating defeat came in Texas, where a $160 million bet on Ken Paxton ended in a Democratic sweep of the Senate seat, governorship and attorney general's office. In a hint of a possible détente, Sen.-elect James Talarico praised the billionaire as a "great business leader and entrepreneur," and offered to work with him on technology and innovation. ⚖️ 2. Congressional: Armed with subpoena power, Democrats are preparing to investigate Musk's DOGE operation, its access to sensitive government data and whether his companies benefited from his extraordinary influence over the Trump administration. Screenshot via X 🏭 3. Regulatory: Musk moved his home and the headquarters of Tesla, SpaceX and X to Texas, betting on a safe haven for his expanding empire. Now, the Democratic takeover threatens to turn his political sanctuary into a regulatory minefield. 📉 4. Financial: Tesla and SpaceX shed roughly $460 billion in combined market value in the two days after the election, then rebounded Friday as investors raced to reassess the risks to Musk's business empire. Wall Street is especially concerned that Democratic scrutiny could complicate a potential Tesla-SpaceX merger. Keep reading.

Trump's Jensen loyalty President Trump stood by Jensen Huang last night, telling reporters that the Nvidia CEO is "an honorable guy" and "probably has an excuse" for his infidelity, Axios' Zachary Basu writes. Why it matters: Huang has become one of Trump's closest corporate allies, fashioning himself as a leader with unparalleled clout in Silicon Valley, on Wall Street and inside the White House. 🔭 Zoom in: The New York Times first exposed the suspected Chinese espionage operation on Oct. 29, reporting that a woman believed to be working for Beijing had developed a close relationship with Nvidia's CEO. The company portrayed their interactions as routine business dealings — an account now under scrutiny after Huang admitted he was "unfaithful" to his wife. U.S. officials believe Beijing's top spy agency recruited Alice Huang, an executive at Nvidia customer Megaspeed, to gather information and potentially influence Nvidia's campaign to expand advanced chip sales to China. The intrigue: The Trump administration reportedly knew about the suspected Chinese intelligence operation long before it became public. Trump was briefed in 2025, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio personally oversaw a classified intelligence memo warning senior officials this spring, according to the Times. Yet Trump continued to embrace Huang as a trusted adviser, welcoming him to the White House as the Nvidia chief pressed to loosen restrictions on advanced chip exports to China. 🥊 Reality check: There's no public evidence that Huang's relationship influenced his advocacy for selling to China, a longstanding commercial priority for Nvidia. John Rizzo, the company's head of public policy communications, said in a statement yesterday: "Today's news will not slow NVIDIA. Jensen is committed to continuing to lead NVIDIA as CEO without interruption."

Jensen's "too-big-to-fail" test Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Photo: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Getty Images 🇨🇳 New overnight: China Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Guo Jiakun denied today that there was a spy plot to ensnare Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, calling the reports "nothing but smears against China." Axios managing editor for AI & tech Bradley Olson, writing from the Bay Area, zooms out to help us think about yesterday's bombshell news about Nvidia, which goes back and forth with Apple as the world's most valuable company: There's no Nvidia — or AI boom as we know it — without Jensen Huang. He has reassured jittery markets with his words, bankrolled a trillion-dollar buildout and put economies on his shoulders. Why it matters: The AI ecosystem's first "too big to fail" executive is suddenly vulnerable, with no visible, viable backup plan if he's forced to step down. Jensen Huang (pronounced wong), the founder and CEO, says he leads by "extreme co-design" with a "direct staff" of 60 people. ⚡ Catch up quick: Huang, 63, apologized to his staff yesterday after admitting to a relationship with an alleged Chinese operative. Nvidia's board launched an independent probe. (Read his letter.) The board expressed confidence in his leadership and said it had no reason to believe national security or company secrets were compromised. 💡 Three questions now loom over the AI boom: 1. What happens to Nvidia? The 33-year-old chip company — based in Santa Clara, Calif., in Silicon Valley — is uniquely founder-driven, making any potential leadership transition incredibly perilous. Huang eschews traditional corporate layers and hasn't publicly groomed a successor. Investors have little precedent for valuing Nvidia without him. 2. What happens to the market? Huang has repeatedly rescued the AI trade from bearish sentiment. In July, he argued that cheaper open models would boost demand for Nvidia's chips, pushing back against a market scare. Last month, he toured Europe pitching national AI projects as debt investors signaled limits to their appetite for AI financing. 3. What happens to the companies that depend on him? "Neoclouds" like CoreWeave, which rent out computing power, have the least room to maneuver. Nvidia has provided crucial backstops to many of them. AI giants have more options: Anthropic already uses chips from Google and Amazon, and OpenAI is developing its own. But replacing Nvidia isn't in the cards in the near term.

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1Co 14:34 Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience <5293>, as also saith the law. Eph 5:22 Wives, submit yourselves <5293> unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. Eph 5:24 Therefore as the church is subject <5293> unto Christ, so [let] the wives [be] to their own husbands in every thing. Col 3:18 Wives, submit yourselves <5293> unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord. Tit 2:5 [To be] discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient <5293> to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed. 1Pe 3:1 Likewise, ye wives, [be] in subjection <5293> to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the conversation of the wives; 1Pe 3:5 For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection <5293> unto their own husbands:

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It is really tough to have sympathy for people that are going to get exactly what they voted for. Many should be doing the happy dance while the illusion lasts . California’s put a hardcore socialist in charge of its broken insurance market. Now homeowners face a dangerous experiment California voters decided to put a socialist in charge of the state’s insurance industry — not even two years after fires tore through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena. California homeowners are still opening non-renewal letters. Premiums keep climbing. Companies that once competed for business here have pulled back. Apparently, voters decided the answer was to put a radical in charge. California insurance commissioner candidate Jane Kim speaks during a wealth tax rally at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026. San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images Jane Kim, the former San Francisco supervisor who served as Bernie Sanders’ California political director in 2020, has declared victory in the race for insurance commissioner. Her opponent, Democratic State Senator Ben Allen, who actually represents Pacific Palisades, called to congratulate her, although the count isn’t final. After working for Sanders, Kim went on to run the California Working Families Party, and the Democratic Socialists of America recommended her for this job. Even the California Democratic Party wouldn’t go there. It endorsed Allen. Voters went further left anyway. The DSA’s objective is to replace capitalism. The organization’s platform calls for democratic control over private resources such as insurance and credit. Now a candidate it backed will regulate every private insurer in California. The San Francisco Chronicle said that Kim would be a “disaster.” She won anyway. Democratic Socialists of America counterprotesters hold signs and flags while marching against an alt-right rally in Berkeley, Calif., Aug. 5, 2018. AFP via Getty Images

Rockefeller Tree Arrives The Rockefeller Christmas tree arrived in New York City Saturday, kicking off a tourist season that will see up to an estimated 750,000 people visit daily. The tradition dates back to 1931, when construction workers at what would become Rockefeller Plaza pooled resources to buy a 20-foot balsam fir tree (see more via YouTube). Since then, the tradition has involved larger trees, typically a Norway spruce lit with more than 50,000 LED lights and topped with a roughly 900-pound Swarovski-crystal star. This year’s tree is a 76-foot-tall, 11-ton Norway spruce from West Edmeston, New York, planted around 75 years ago. The tree will be lit from Dec. 2 to Jan. 9, after which the wood will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Ukraine-Russia Negotiations Resume Representatives from the US, Ukraine, and Russia will meet in Abu Dhabi tomorrow for a new round of talks. The two-day meeting is the fourth round of US-brokered trilateral negotiations organized by the Trump administration and the first since February. President Donald Trump predicted an agreement could be produced soon, potentially involving all of Europe, after meeting with a Russian envoy at the White House last week. Special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to participate in the US delegation, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggesting progress has already been made on what postwar security infrastructure could look like. France said yesterday Europe will be represented, although it is not clear to what extent it will be involved in negotiations. Kyiv and Moscow continued engaging in attacks over the weekend, including through drone strikes and ballistic missiles. See the latest war updates here.

Polish gunman who killed 6 in Krakow square dies in a hospital KRAKOW, Poland (AP) — People gathered in Krakow ’s main square on Monday evening for a silent march to commemorate the victims of Saturday’s mass shooting, in which a 24-year-old Polish gunman killed six people and wounded 15 others. https://apnews.com/article/poland-krakow-shooting-489bc2e25a2684b96b59682d0faee3e8? Krakow Shooting Polish prosecutors opened a terrorism investigation yesterday into a mass shooting in Krakow’s main market square that killed at least six people and wounded 15 others. It marks Poland’s deadliest shooting since the post-communism era began in 1989. Around 3 pm local time Saturday, a 24-year-old Polish man opened fire from his car by Rynek Główny, a historic plaza that attracts more than 40,000 visitors daily. He used an automatic weapon to shoot randomly (see video—warning, sensitive). Police later searched the suspect’s home about 93 miles northeast of Krakow and found the bodies of his father, mother, and younger sister. The gunman is in critical condition as of this writing after being shot by police. Authorities described him as having ultranationalistic views. Roughly 1% of Poland’s approximately 37 million people hold gun permits. Approximately 32% of US adults say they own a gun. See how gun ownership policies and homicide rates differ across several countries here.

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A former surgical nurse at Loma Linda Medical Center. In Loving Memory of Dominador “Doods” Tamares Jr. December 8, 1944 – October 29, 2026 It is with heavy hearts, yet with gratitude for a life that brought so much joy to others, that we remember and celebrate the life of Dominador “Doods” Tamares Jr., who passed away on October 29, 2026, at the age of 81. Fondly called “Doding” by his relatives and “Doods” by his friends, he will be remembered for his quick wit, infectious humor, warm smile, and genuine kindness. He possessed that rare gift of making people feel comfortable and welcome. With a well-timed joke, a cheerful greeting, or a simple act of kindness, he could brighten a room and lift the spirits of those around him. His laughter was contagious, his friendship sincere, and his presence a source of happiness to many. Doods was the third of five siblings born to Pastor Dominador Tamares and his wife, Consorcia Pagonzaga Tamares. He completed his studies at Mountain View College (MVC), graduating in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science degree. Like many MVC alumni, he became part of a community whose bonds often extended far beyond the classroom and graduation day. The friendships and memories he built along the way became part of a life story that his family, friends, and fellow alumni will continue to cherish. In his personal life, Doods experienced both the joys of love and the sorrows of loss. He was previously married to Loida Javellana Tamares, who preceded him in death. Together, they were blessed with two children, Ryan and Shanalee, who remained precious parts of his life and legacy. Family was at the heart of Doods' story. He was a devoted father whose love for his children was woven into the memories they shared. His life was enriched by the relationships he nurtured, the laughter he brought into his home, and the affection he generously gave to those closest to him. About thirteen years ago, Doods returned to the Philippines, beginning another chapter in his life's journey. There, he married Chona Basal, who served as one of the chaplains at Bacolod Adventist Medical Center. Their union brought new companionship and meaning to his later years. Through life's changing seasons, including the health concerns he faced during his final years, the importance of family, companionship, and the support of loved ones remained deeply meaningful. Today, we mourn his passing, but we also celebrate the life he lived. A person's legacy is not measured solely by the years spent on this earth, but by the lives touched, the friendships treasured, and the happiness shared along the way. By that measure, Doods leaves behind a legacy that will endure. To his family, friends, and fellow MVC alumni, the memories of Doods will always bring a smile. We will remember his humor, his friendliness, and his remarkable ability to make ordinary moments a little brighter. Although we can no longer enjoy his physical presence, the stories we tell, the laughter we recall, and the love we continue to share will keep his memory alive. As we bid farewell to Doods, may we remember him not only with tears of sorrow, but also with smiles of gratitude for the many moments of joy he gave us. Let us take comfort in the precious memories he leaves behind and in the Christian hope that death is not the end of the story. For those who hold fast to the promise of Scripture, we look forward to that glorious day when the trumpet shall sound, the dead shall be raised, and death itself shall be no more. Until that promised resurrection, we entrust Doods to the loving care of our Creator and hold close the hope of a joyful reunion when time shall be no more. Farewell, Doods. Thank you for the laughter, the friendship, and the kindness you shared so freely. You will be missed, fondly remembered, and lovingly cherished by all whose lives you touched. “For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:16 (KJV) Thanks of to Wilfredo Loriezo

🤔 MAGA castoffs plot Libertarian spoiler bid An unusual coalition wants to recruit outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie as the Libertarian Party's 2028 presidential nominee, betting that MAGA fractures can turn a third-party candidacy into a spoiler for the Republican nominee. 🥊 Why it matters: Organizers see a fighter in Massie, a frequent critic of Trump who pushed hard on releasing the Epstein files and lost a bitter primary rather than quietly walking away. Massie raised almost $10 million in the process and has a large online donor list and base. 🪖 For his parting act in Congress, Massie is pushing an impeachment vote against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Driving the news: For months, Libertarian Party operatives and MAGA defectors have been privately and publicly encouraging Massie to run under a rebranded party. "Libertarian Jesus is Ron Paul, and one of our saints is Thomas Massie," Larry Sharpe, a perennial Libertarian candidate and longtime third-party operative, told us. Sharpe has spoken with Massie several times about a potential presidential run. Aside from playing GOP spoiler, organizers believe the Libertarian Party's existing ballot access and infrastructure could help them win 5% of the national vote — which would qualify its next presidential nominee for federal funding. Massie didn't respond to several requests for comment. 🖼️ The big picture: The plan is for libertarians to claim dibs on the "America First" agenda, mainly focusing on anti-war sentiment. Organizers believe they can build consensus among supporters of the MAGA wing that's closer to Tucker Carlson, former Trump official Joe Kent and former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), as well as disillusioned "Make America Healthy Again" activists and populist-inclined voters on the right and left. "A party that would speak clearly about the disaster of the war in Iran, that would speak clearly about the mistake to continue to give military aid, taxpayer-funded military aid, to Israel — that would perk up a lot of ears among young people," said James Fishback, a former GOP gubernatorial candidate in Florida who met with the organizers in October. "The idea is if one can take 5, 10, 15% of the vote from one of these parties, then that party has to listen and cave to interest of the people," Bret Weinstein, a lead organizer of this effort, said on his podcast last week. Read more. — Brittany Gibson

🐊 GOP eyes the "alligator people" Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch. Photos: Alex Wong and Eloisa Lopez / Getty Images Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is positioning himself for a presidential run. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is running away from the idea of his own campaign for the White House. Why it matters: The political posturing of the two Florida Republicans — or the efforts to draft either for 2028 — underscores the sudden volatility of the way-too-early GOP preprimary campaign to succeed President Trump. 👀 Before Tuesday's midterm Republican wipeout, the party's 2028 primary looked like a relatively easy coronation for Vice President Vance (if he runs, as expected). Now there's a nascent movement to kneecap Vance and promote other possible opponents. Zoom in: As Trump's home base, Florida was bound to take center stage in the conversation. But two things distinguish Florida from other states: DeSantis and Rubio have national profiles rooted in their own prior presidential campaigns, in 2024 and 20216, respectively. 🟥 Florida was the lone red-wall state that the national blue wave couldn't top, which DeSantis has been happy to emphasize repeatedly since Tuesday. "The alligator people are stirring," said one national Republican consultant with extensive Florida experience, referring to the Sunshine State's official reptile. Zoom out: The differences between DeSantis and Rubio are vast when it comes to their political futures and styles. DeSantis is hungry. Rubio isn't. DeSantis terms-out of the governor's office in January and is looking for work. He hasn't made an official decision on whether to run for president — but he has stoked speculation with a media blitz that began with an Election Day appearance on Stephen A. Smith's podcast. Rubio repeatedly has said he plans to stay put in the Trump administration and serve out the rest of his term, until January 2029. He also said in May that he wouldn't run against Vance, and hasn't changed his position publicly. ☎️ The intrigue: During the somber election watch party at the White House on Tuesday night, Rubio's phone "blew up" with supporters urging him to reconsider running for president, according to a source familiar with the scene. "There was this sense of 'We lost the Latino vote, you can get it back, etc.,'" said the source. "To some people, Rubio seemed to entertain the idea for the first time. Or he didn't shut it down fast enough." Two days later, two publications reported that Rubio was actively considering resigning to lay the groundwork to run for president. Rubio denied it to the New York Times, and longtime associates of Rubio's told Axios that the reporting was bogus. "Now if Vance doesn't run or if POTUS tells him to step aside so Marco can run, does he? Maybe. I don't see that. But maybe," said one insider. That same night, Vance got feedback from one supporter who said he shouldn't run. And some GOP donors said they would back DeSantis, according to The Wall Street Journal. 🔮 What's next: There's no debate about whether DeSantis is considering a bid. He is. DeSantis's postelection appearance on CNN with Jake Tapper was a sign he learned a lesson from his 2024 presidential campaign: Earning free media by sitting for more podcast and TV interviews is crucial. Asked whether he plans to run again, DeSantis wouldn't say. But he emphasized that "I haven't planned anything because I just think this is a very uncertain time. But last night should be a wakeup call for our party." "We really got blasted into oblivion," DeSantis added. "And Florida is kind of the last one standing." — Marc Caputo

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Collision between 2 trains in Egypt kills 7 and injures at least 125 AL-AYYAT, Egypt (AP) — Two trains collided Sunday south of the Egyptian capital of Cairo, killing seven people and injuring at least 125, the Chief Prosecutor’s office said in a statement. The train’s conductor was among those killed, the office said. https://apnews.com/article/egypt-train-crash-giza-collision-cairo-injuries-4ad591268ce015d85ae302e22185b235?

Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet PHOENIX (AP) — Recent flooding across the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to thirsty reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a yearslong megadrought. https://apnews.com/article/flooding-nino-colorado-drought-river-southwest-water-a71ee754e28e2bb12a9687420ea1d5fb?

Russia targets emergency crews at the site of a deadly strike in southern Ukraine ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian drone struck emergency workers on rescue missions in southern Ukraine on Sunday, hitting a former school and nearby shelter that had been earlier blasted by multiple Russian guided bombs as residents waited for humanitarian aid, authorities said. https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-strike-bomb-humanitarian-aid-e64dd583955f11e4cf08ef5af6eaf35b? ps:So I guess we're more interested in killing innocent people and if a few actual soldiers get killed the better?????