Special Report

CALLS FOR DIPLOMACY IN IRAN: "I wouldn’t leave our troops out to dry... I believe we need to find a path out of this war... I share the goal that you have to make sure we never have a nuclear Iran, but I do not believe entering this war was the path to achieve that goal... I think we need to lead with diplomacy first." @AnnieAndrewsMD

PEDIATRICIAN BACKGROUND: "I’m a board-certified pediatrician... I’m also proud of the work I did in the gun violence prevention space. My role at Everytown was actually to develop a program to educate medical students on how to talk to parents about the importance of secure firearm storage... It really only took one of those tragedies to compel me to want to do something." @AnnieAndrewsMD

FOCUS ON AFFORDABILITY: "Back in 2022, I was speaking up for vulnerable children who I felt like were being bullied by politicians in South Carolina... But I think it’s important that we focus on the issues that I have been hearing about in all 46 counties across the state of South Carolina over the past 18 months and it really all comes down to the high gas prices, high grocery prices, rising health insurance premiums, rent, and mortgage payments and home insurance rates. I have a plan for those things, and I want to get to work immediately." @AnnieAndrewsMD

SOUTH CAROLINA SENATE CONTRAST: "As a physician who has worked in South Carolina’s healthcare system for 15 years, that Medicaid is really the backbone of children’s healthcare here in South Carolina. If these budget cuts go through, rural hospitals will close, tens of thousands of South Carolinians will lose their insurance, and that will be my number one priority." @AnnieAndrewsMD South Carolina U.S. Senate Democratic candidate Dr. Annie Andrews detailed her legislative priorities, highlighting everyday affordability and healthcare protection as the top issues facing South Carolinians. Citing her 15-year background as a practicing physician, Andrews stated that preventing impending Medicaid budget cuts will be her immediate priority if elected, warning that reduced funding would jeopardize rural hospitals and healthcare coverage for families across the state.

OPERATION GHOSTBUSTERS: Federal law enforcement agencies have announced a major nationwide crackdown titled "Operation Ghostbusters," aiming to dismantle a massive international financial aid scheme. According to federal prosecutors, the network has used stolen and synthetic identities to create "ghost students" at universities since 2021.

FINAL STRETCH IN MICHIGAN: With just days remaining in one of the nation's most high-profile Senate contests, Michigan Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed and Republican nominee Mike Rogers are making their final campaign swings in Detroit and across the state. Joined on the trail by Senator Elissa Slotkin, El-Sayed focused on unifying party supporters and addressing community concerns, while Rogers highlighted high-profile crossover endorsements. Both campaigns are concentrating heavily on outreach to Jewish and African American voters as they deliver their closing arguments ahead of Tuesday's midterms.

POTENTIAL MASSIVE DATA BREACH: The Department of Homeland Security is currently investigating a potential security incident that may have compromised the identities and contact information of tens of thousands of federal employees. According to sources, the breach could impact up to 40,000 homeland security employees, including roughly 20,000 Customs and Border Protection employees and 10,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement personnel.

IRAN BATTLE PLAN DYNAMICS: In a significant military leadership change, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia from his role as head of Strategy, Plans, and Policy on the Joint Staff known as the J5. The Pentagon cited allegations of severe misconduct involving leaked classified information regarding operations in Iran and Ukraine, noting the investigation has been referred to the Department of Justice. The leadership shift occurs as civilian and military leaders assess strategic options and force posture in the Middle East. @JenGriffinFNC details the latest in the shifts.

OMAR OBAMA PROBE: New reporting from The New York Times reveals that federal investigators under the Obama administration uncovered evidence questioning the legitimacy of Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar’s 2009 marriage. While federal prosecutors did not pursue criminal charges before the five-year statute of limitations expired, the findings have reignited debate on Capitol Hill days before the midterms. Representative Omar and her campaign have repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, characterizing the renewed focus on her personal and legal records as a politically motivated smear campaign.

SOUTH CAROLINA SHOCKER: With the midterm election cycle entering its final stretch, the battle for control of the House and Senate is reaching a fever pitch across key battlegrounds. Incumbent GOP Senator Darline Graham and Democratic challenger Annie Andrews are currently deadlocked at 48–48 in South Carolina. With high-profile campaign stops, contrasting turnout strategies, and fresh economic indicators taking center stage, both parties are launching their final closing arguments to voters ahead of Election Day.

TURNOUT VS. PERSUASION: "If we look at early vote right now, it’s outpacing where we were in 2018 or 2022. That demonstrates a high level of enthusiasm... What determines elections? Well it's is persuasion, but it’s also turnout. And so I think President Trump’s visiting the Sunflower State to try to get that base out... If you are Roger Marshall, you are looking for some of those late-breaking Republicans to maybe come home at the end of the day." @mattysmoof Park University Associate Professor of Political Science Matt Harris offered expert analysis on the turnout trends and closing strategies defining the Kansas U.S. Senate race. Harris highlighted that early voting participation is currently outpacing both the 2018 and 2022 midterm elections, demonstrating elevated enthusiasm across the state. Pointing to high-profile campaign stops by former President Trump, Harris emphasized that mobilization is just as critical as persuasion in the final days.

THE TRUMP FACTOR: "I think you are seeing a lot of the issues that candidates are facing nationally. We have got economics, gas, groceries, fuel... The distinction here in the U.S. Senate race with Roger Marshall and Mr. Hamilton is that the Trump factor has become a big key role in this race. You have somebody speaking against the President and somebody who is one of his most loyal supporters trying to rebut that." @TimVCarpenter Kansas Reflector senior reporter Tim Carpenter discussed the closing dynamics of the tight U.S. Senate race between incumbent Republican Sen. Roger Marshall and Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton.

METHODIST DENOMINATIONAL SPLIT: "The people of Kansas deserve to know this guy... In his sermons, rather than preaching the Gospel... he attacks Kansas' cattle industry and encourages us not to eat beef... He caused the split. One out of four [Methodist] churches left because of his wokeness." @RogerMarshallMD

MILITARY SERVICE & FOREIGN POLICY: "Look, I want this Iran war over as much as anybody. I hate war. My son is serving. My dad, my brother served. I served. I hate war. I want it over with as soon as possible... I think President Trump is going to do something very definitive when this war is over and the price of gas will come down as long as republicans are in control of the Senate." @RogerMarshallMD Reflecting on his family's deep military roots, including his own service and his son's active duty, Marshall emphasized his desire to see the conflict brought to an end as swiftly as possible. Marshall voiced confidence that President Trump will take decisive steps to resolve the situation following the midterm elections, arguing that ending the war is essential for restoring stability and lowering gas prices nationwide.

PAST VOTES & DONATIONS: "Oh, absolutely. I've given to Republicans... I voted... Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, George H.W. Bush... Biden, Kamala—they weren't people I would have picked. I kept thinking, is this the best we can do in this country...?" @RevAdamHamilton Adam Hamilton defends his independent credentials when questioned about past campaign donations to national Democrats like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

IRAN WAR STANCE: "You know, I'm not sure yet. I haven't looked at the bills. I'm just saying this is what we want to do. And I believe there's a lot of Republicans who want to do the same thing, but they've been afraid to do it before we get through the midterm elections." @Hamilton4Kansas Kansas Democratic Senate nominee Adam Hamilton on how he plans to carry out his campaign pledge to end the war in Iran.

ISRAELI ELECTION IMPACT: "Netanyahu has played a role in elections here. There are a lot of Democrats, particularly, who have run and have had to answer—especially those that are pro-Israel— for Netanyahu’s actions, and had to separate the Jewish people that live here in America, our allied relationship with Israel, and then Netanyahu himself." @yemisi

UNCOMFORTABLY FINE DIFFERENCE "You are talking about an uncomfortably painful difference between having a fine election for Republicans and having a catastrophic one... You can’t lose those [Texas, South Carolina, and Kansas] in a midterm election. Now, if they can figure out a way to get to 50—which is wins in places like Iowa, if you can hold Ohio, Alaska being one... there is a very minute difference between something that is extraordinarily painful and something that is not." @HolmesJosh

THE RED UNDERTOW: "Democratic pollsters and Republican pollsters they have been talking about this idea of a 'red undertow' and what they mean is Republicans staying home in the midterms, allowing Democrats to over-perform... Having the President out there from the White House’s perspective is to really get those Republicans out to vote. They are his people, and he has proven that he is able to get them out." @AnnieLinskey

SWALWELL INVESTIGATION: Federal authorities raided a Beverly Hills mansion in connection with an ongoing investigation into former California Congressman Eric Swalwell. Swalwell withdrew from the California gubernatorial race earlier this year after facing multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.