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Politics news — October 29, 2026

Politics publications published on October 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  3. PoliticsElectionsIndictmentMiddle East

    Nicki Minaj Slams NY Gov. Kathy Hochul as 'Evil', Endorses Opponent Bruce Blakeman

    Rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul, calling her an 'evil woman' who will 'not escape God’s wrath'. Minaj urged New Yorkers to vote for Republican candidate Bruce Blakeman instead. Hochul responded by suggesting Minaj should 'get offline' and 'stop going to Trump rallies'. The exchange comes ahead of the state's gubernatorial election on Tuesday.
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  6. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaBaseball

    Raiders' Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors Intensify Ahead of Deadline

    The NFL trade deadline is approaching, and Las Vegas Raiders' defensive end Maxx Crosby has been a hot topic in trade rumors. Despite the Raiders' recent struggles, Crosby's value remains high, with an anonymous NFL GM suggesting he could fetch two first-round picks. The Raiders' upcoming game against the New York Jets could influence their decision. Crosby, however, remains confident in the team's ability to turn things around.
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  7. PoliticsPeace

    Sandy Hook Parents Urge Supreme Court to Uphold Assault Rifle Ban

    Parents of children killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting have filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to uphold an assault rifle ban. The brief comes ahead of a major case challenging the constitutionality of state laws barring the sale of assault-style rifles. The parents argue that these weapons, including the AR-15, have been used in numerous mass shootings and pose a significant threat to public safety.
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  8. PoliticsLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    US Deploys Patriot Battery to Israel Amid Iran Tensions

    The Pentagon has begun transporting a Patriot missile battery from Texas to Israel, aiming to bolster Israel's air defense capabilities amidst escalating tensions with Iran. This move comes as the US warns its allies in the Persian Gulf about a potential short but intense military campaign against Iran following the US midterm elections in early November. The US has significantly depleted its stockpile of Patriot interceptors, with estimates suggesting that between 1,060 and 1,430 missiles were used in the first 39 days of combat operations, corresponding to 45 to 61 percent of pre-war stocks. Restocking these supplies is complicated by limited production capacity, with shortages expected to persist until 2030.
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  10. PoliticsBillMiddle EastIsrael

    Zelensky Sabotages Russia-US Talks, Expects New Russian Strikes

    Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of obstructing efforts by Russia and the US to restart talks on resolving the conflict in Ukraine. She claimed Zelensky is intent on continuing the conflict to maintain his power. Meanwhile, Zelensky warned of impending Russian missile strikes, stating that Ukraine has intelligence on preparations for massive attacks using ballistic missiles, drones, and cruise missiles.
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  11. PoliticsPolicyResignationMiddle East

    Bolsonaro Family's Power Struggles After Election Defeat

    The Bolsonaro family, once a dominant force in Brazilian politics, is now grappling with the aftermath of their electoral loss. Jair Bolsonaro, the former president, is under house arrest, while his wife, Michelle, has taken a Senate seat. Two of their sons are in Congress, and a third, Flávio, has fled to the U.S. after his election defeat, facing judicial investigations and family feuds.
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  14. PoliticsMiddle EastBasketball

    Bruno Fernandes Retains Captaincy Despite Criticism

    After a week of speculation, Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has confirmed that Bruno Fernandes will retain his captaincy, despite the Portuguese midfielder's public criticism of Carrick's tactics following a heavy defeat in the Champions League. Fernandes was dropped for the Bournemouth match but is expected to start against Chelsea. Carrick held clear-the-air talks with Fernandes and expressed his confidence in the player's commitment to the club.
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  16. PoliticsRegulatorsLeadershipMiddle East

    President of Israel Offers Netanyahu Pardon for Leaving Politics

    President Isaac Herzog has reportedly proposed a deal to Benjamin Netanyahu, offering a full pardon for his corruption charges in exchange for leaving politics. According to Israeli TV channel C14, Herzog has been promoting this idea for about two years. The deal could be one of the options for forming a new government if the current distribution of mandates remains the same after the elections. However, the president's office has denied the reports, calling them 'a complete fabrication'.
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  18. PoliticsBillRegulators

    ECB Pauses Interest Rates Amidst Inflation and Bond Market Volatility

    The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at its October meeting, pausing its tightening cycle amidst high inflation and bond market tensions. Inflation in the eurozone reached 3.8% in September, driven primarily by energy prices. However, the ECB chose to maintain its current interest rates due to concerns about financial stability and the situation in France, where bond yields have risen significantly. Markets anticipate a further interest rate hike in December, with the deposit facility rate expected to reach 3% by the end of 2026.
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  19. PoliticsNorth AmericaHardware

    Russian Designer Lands Bentley Job After Five Lada Rejections

    Russian designer Ilya Razumov was rejected five times by Lada, failed to make it through to Aurus and Moskvich, but eventually landed a job at British company Bentley. He had previously interned at Porsche, Audi, and Volkswagen. Currently, Ilya is designing the exterior of new luxury cars. His first serial project was the Bentley Supersports, priced at $500,000, which will be released in a limited series.
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  20. PoliticsLawTalksMiddle East

    Bryan Adams Slams Trump's 'Lake America' Order with 'Lake Ontario' Song

    Canadian rocker Bryan Adams has released a new single titled 'Lake Ontario', criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order to rename Lake Ontario as 'Lake America'. The song, a digital bonus track on Adams' upcoming album 'How's It Goin'', references Trump's actions as 'another distraction' while 'the Epstein files were getting traction'. Adams joins other Canadian artists, such as Blue Rodeo, in defending the lake's name.
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  22. PoliticsLegislationLocal GovProtestMiddle East

    Trump Supporters in Michigan Reconsidering Votes Amid Economic Struggles

    In Detroit, Michigan, voters who helped re-elect President Donald Trump in 2024 are having second thoughts due to economic pressures. Rising costs, tariffs, and job losses are causing disillusionment among Trump supporters, with some considering voting differently despite unchanged political beliefs. This shift in sentiment could impact upcoming elections, as seen in the case of Brandon Haugabook, who works at Pure Detroit and teaches drama to children, witnessing the strain on businesses and arts organizations firsthand.
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