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‘He will be jailed’: Rahul Gandhi attacks India’s election chief at mass rallyPolitics

Thousands rallied in New Delhi on Sunday demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over disputed voter-list changes. Opposition parties allege that removing more than 130 million names disproportionately harmed Muslims and other minorities to benefit Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP. Rahul Gandhi vowed legal action against Kumar, Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, saying justice would be delivered to the people.

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Trump policies won’t change despite outcome of US midterms: BurkePolitics

With control of Congress uncertain, Trump is making a final, controversial appeal to voters, promising $5,000 to every American adult. The midterm results will shape his power during his final two years in office. The report considers how he might respond if he loses control of Congress and whether that could bring tariff relief for Canada or intensify trade-war rhetoric.

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Haley Stevens shocks Michigan Senate race by endorsing Mike RogersPolitics

Democrat Haley Stevens broke with her party to back Republican nominee Mike Rogers. They appeared together at a Detroit church today after days of public tension between Stevens and her former primary rival, Abdul El-Sayed. Two sources told CNN that Stevens’ chief of staff and communications director quit after the endorsement.

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This Week with George Stephanopoulos: Full Broadcast, Sunday, November 1, 2026Politics

ABC News’ political team examines key races and issues two days before Election Day. The program also reports from South Texas, where Democrats seek to elect the state’s first Democratic senator in more than 30 years, and Michigan, where a contentious Senate race is underway.

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Sunday Scrum: Carney speaks with Trump ahead of budget dayPolitics18:51

CBC Morning Live host David Common discusses Prime Minister Mark Carney’s account of a good trade conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump with this week’s Sunday Scrum guests. The panel also looks ahead to Thursday’s federal budget and reflects on the Canada-EU summit.

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US midterms could affect Trump’s trade war with Canada ‘down the road,’ expert saysPolitics

Americans vote Tuesday in a charged political climate, with the result potentially shifting the balance of power in Congress. Surveys cited in the report found tariffs are an important consideration for many voters and that most respondents believe they harm the US economy. An expert said the election could have an effect on Trump’s trade war with Canada later on.

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What might associate membership in the EU look like for Canada?Economy

CBC’s David Common speaks with International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu about Canada’s trade ties with the EU and beyond. EU-Canada partnership special envoy Joost Korte also joins from the Canada-EU summit, where Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada seeks to become the EU’s first associate member.

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Why is the UK prime minister saying he is open to a slavery apology?Politics38:02

Ahead of King Charles’s Caribbean tour, Buckingham Palace said he would acknowledge the slave trade’s impact but, in line with the UK government’s position, would not apologise for Britain’s role or offer reparations. Laura Kuenssberg, Joe Pike and Paddy O’Connell discuss what the timing of Andy Burnham’s comments means for the King.

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Protesters accuse India's government of rigging voter rollsPolitics5:44

India's opposition has made a voter-list dispute a nationwide political battle. Demonstrators allege that more than 130 million names were unfairly removed during a voter-roll revision, a claim denied by the Election Commission and Prime Minister Modi's BJP. As protests grow and opposition leaders rally behind Rahul Gandhi, the controversy is testing public trust in India's electoral system.

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Which races could offer early clues on election night?Politics

With President Trump’s approval ratings declining, voters increasingly worried about affordability and Democrats leading in polls, history points to a difficult midterm for Republicans. CNN’s Manu Raju and Jake Tapper discuss which races might signal a blue wave, while Michael Smerconish reviews historical indicators and Doug Sosnik discusses shifts in the political landscape.

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Why are some Republican voters backing Democrats in the U.S. midterms?Politics

Former Republican senator Jeff Flake explains why he endorsed Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in Georgia. Pollster John Della Volpe and an Iowa farmer discuss why some young Americans are moving away from the Republican Party. A roundtable will also examine how tariffs on Canadian goods have become an election issue in the U.S.

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Route du Rhum yacht race sets sail from FranceSports

The 115 sailors in the Route du Rhum began their solo transatlantic race from Saint-Malo on Sunday in mild weather. Starting at 12:02 GMT, they headed along the Brittany coast toward a required checkpoint near Cap Fréhel, where spectators had gathered. Competitor Nicolas d’Estais called the conditions ideal before boarding Café Joyeux.

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Thousands join Indian opposition protestPolitics1:51

India’s opposition parties held large protests in New Delhi on Sunday against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government and a nationwide review of voter lists. The review has fuelled demonstrations since the summer, led by the youth movement Cockroach Janta Party.

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Oleshky evacuations end during first humanitarian truce of the warWorld2:12

Oleshky residents who requested evacuation reunited with loved ones in Ukraine on Saturday, October 31. The frontline city, under Russian occupation, faces a humanitarian crisis, with civilians lacking basic necessities. A localized ceasefire has been in place since Tuesday.

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How will the Iran war shape the US midterm vote?Politics

The Iran conflict has become a major issue in the US midterm campaign, with voters set to cast ballots on Tuesday. Fuel prices have surged, pushing up the cost of other goods. Polls indicate many Democrats and Republicans alike believe the conflict was not worth its consequences. The discussion considers whether it could help Democrats win the House and Senate and what that would mean for the rest of Donald Trump’s term.

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