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Oct 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

The DOJ filed an unusual request to block Alaska’s Senate election certification, citing voter confusion over two candidates named Sullivan. Additionally, Ukraine continues to face disruptions with Starshield speeds, prompting President Trump to pressure Elon Musk to lift restrictions. The administration also abandoned its effort to tighten student loan forgiveness rules after court rulings, while Meghan Markle expressed distress over allegations regarding her father’s home. Finally, an Egyptian journalist was charged with operating an unlicensed media outlet, highlighting a broader crackdo…

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DOJ filing to block Alaska Senate election certification Ukraine's Starshield speed limits and Trump-Musk call Abandonment of student loan forgiveness rule changes Meghan Markle's statement on child abuse allegations Egyptian journalist charged with unlicensed media operation Promotion of NPR Politics podcast
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