Expert panel on what to expect on Election Night

"Habibi" literally translates to "my beloved" and is peppered through Arab pop songs. In everyday speech, it often means "buddy," "pal," or "bro." El-Sayed's supporters have sported shirts reading "Habibi for Abdul."

Topics: 2026 Midterms | Abdul El-Sayed | arabic | arabs | JD Vance | Michigan | Vote 2026

By: Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press

President Donald Trump's plan to allow imports of Russian diesel appeared to falter this week after state and federal officials warned that handling any shipments could bring legal consequences and two tankers initially bound for the United States changed course.

Topics: Diesel | Donald Trump news | russia

By: David McHugh, Associated Press, Paul Wiseman, Associated Press

As Democrats prepare to take control of Congress and Republicans grapple with stunning losses, every remaining race matters. Some races are still too close to call, including Senate battles in both Alaska and Mississippi. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports.

Topics: alaska | Democrats | midterms | mississippi | Vote 2026

By: Amna Nawaz, Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura, Winston Wilde, Genesis Magpayo

As Trump ponders his next move, the stakes couldn't be higher for Iran, the Middle East and the global economy writ large.

Topics: Donald Trump news | Iran | iran war

By: Aamer Madhani, Associated Press, Linley Sanders, Associated Press, Samy Magdy, Associated Press, Matthew Lee, Associated Press

With Democrats set to take control of the House, they are making plans to use their majority not only to advance legislation but also to ramp up congressional oversight. California Rep. Robert Garcia is expected to become the new chairman of the House Oversight Committee. He says Democrats have plans to move quickly with a series of investigations. Garcia joined Liz Landers to discuss more.

Topics: Democrats | Donald Trump news | house oversight committee | robert garcia | trump family | Vote 2026

By: Liz Landers, Doug Adams