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Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Before the high seat, the hot seat

Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation hearing resumes for questioning, President Trump heads to Pennsylvania and more news to start your Tuesday. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
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Tuesday, October 13
Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett is sworn in during a confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Monday, Oct. 12, 2020, on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Before the high seat, the hot seat
Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation hearing resumes for questioning, President Trump heads to Pennsylvania and more news to start your Tuesday.

Good morning, Daily Briefing readers. The leaves are changing, the people are voting, and the pumpkins are more spiced than ever before. What's that smell in the air? No, it's not autumnal whimsy, it's DEALS. Today kicks off Prime Day, and Reviewed is rounding up the best deals out there today. Thank me later from atop your holiday gift stockpile.

It's Lindsay filling in for Jane with Tuesday's news.

Today in brief: It's day 2 of ACB's hearing to replace RBG on the Supreme Court. President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail and making comments about kissing. And five men who allegedly conspired to kidnap the governor of Michigan will appear in court.

But first: Today is an important voting deadline

There are 21 days until Election Day, and it's a major day for voter registration deadlines. Are you ready? If not, register at vote.usatoday.com and go through our comprehensive election guide here. Tuesday:

Utah starts mail-in voting
Kentucky and Texas start early voting
Last day to register to vote online, in-person and mail-in (postmarked Oct. 13) in Kansas, Oregon, Virginia and West Virginia
Last day to register online in Louisiana
Last day to register to vote online and mail-in (postmarked Oct. 13) in Maryland. But you can register to vote in person on Election Day
Last day to register to vote online and mail-in (received Oct. 13) in Maine, and Minnesota. But you can register to vote in person on Election Day
Last day to register to vote in person, online and mail-in (received Oct. 13) in New Jersey
Last day to register to vote mail-in (received Oct. 13) and online in Washington, D.C.). But you can register to vote in person on Election Day

Barrett confirmation hearing expected to heat up

The confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett resumes Tuesday , led by the Senate Judiciary Committee. While Monday's hearing consisted of opening remarks, things are expected to heat up. Senators will question Barrett on her career and her position on issues that could come before the court, including health care, guns, abortion and religion. Each senator will have about 20 minutes to question Barrett. The hearings could be key for a number of senators before the November election, including vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, who sits on the panel.  

Law review pieces: Barrett's articles show how Supreme Court rulings like Roe v. Wade could be challenged
Who is Amy Coney Barrett? Talented judge, popular professor brings solid conservative credentials
Six conservative justices? 10 ways the Supreme Court could change

Some important coronavirus updates

Johnson & Johnson has paused its COVID-19 vaccine trial due to unexplained illness — the second US trial now on hold
An otherwise healthy 25-year-old Nevada man is the first American confirmed to have caught COVID-19 twice, with the second infection worse than the first
Americans plan to stockpile food this fall over fears of COVID-19 surge, election unrest. Can we please agree to not hoard TP?!
For daily updates from USA TODAY's news team, subscribe to the Coronavirus Watch newsletter.

President Trump is back at the rally podium

President Donald Trump will host a rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday as part of a string of rallies following the president's bout with COVID-19. Claiming he is both cured and "immune" to the deadly virus, Trump held a rally in Florida on Monday – just a week-and-a-half after testing positive.  "I just feel so powerful," he said. "I'll kiss everyone in that audience." However, lingering questions remain about Trump's health. White House physician Sean Conley said Monday that Trump has tested negative for COVID-19 "on consecutive days" – he didn't say which ones or how many – and "the President is not infectious to others." With the election just weeks away, numerous polls have found that Trump is trailing Democratic challenger Joe Biden nationally. 

'I'm feeling great': Trump delivers White House remarks in first public event since COVID-19 diagnosis
Columbus Day: Trump accuses 'radical activists' of trying to undermine explorer's legacy in holiday proclamation
New poll: Biden leads Trump by 12 points nationally, president trails on pandemic trust

5 men accused of plot to kidnap Michigan's governor to appear in court

Five men accused in a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will appear in federal court Tuesday for a hearing on whether they should be detained before trial. Some defendants conducted coordinated surveillance of the Democratic governor's vacation home in northern Michigan in August and September, a criminal complaint states. The FBI has revealed the suspected plot also involved a "plan to target and kill police," prompting state law enforcement to say it is on high alert. "This is one of the tactics these anti-government, domestic terrorism groups use," said 1st Lt. Mike Shaw of the Michigan State Police. "Law enforcement is the face of the government. If you're mad at the government, you're mad at the police."

Inside the investigation: How the FBI spent months tracking the plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
'I'm not worried': In wake of plot, Gov. Whitmer isn't concerned about Election Day violence, says Michigan is prepared
'They're domestic terrorists': Gov. Whitmer objects to calling men charged in kidnapping plot 'militias'

More important news to know

Democrats are trying to flip the Senate in 2020. These are the seats considered up for grabs on Election Day
Grand juror: Kentucky AG Daniel Cameron's 'statements and actions' in Breonna Taylor case remain a 'mystery'
Triple-digit temperatures, strong winds forecast this week 'elevate fire risk' in California – again
FedEx text scam alert: Don't fall for delivery notifications texts claiming to be from FedEx
Ready for a new iPhone? Apple is expected to unveil four new editions of the iPhone on Tuesday during a virtual event on Apple's website and YouTube channel

Amazon Prime Day has arrived! We're excited for deals

Happy Amazon Prime Day! Amazon's two-day Prime Day sale kicked off early Tuesday, and it's full of tremendous discounts you can get with an Amazon Prime membership. It's not just tech and gadgets on sale either. You'll find hot deals across just about every category from furniture to music to fashion. But many deals expire quickly, and new ones appear steadily, often without much notice ( here are some insider tips to help you get the most bang for your buck). Amazon Prime Day runs through Wednesday, Oct. 14. Happy shopping!

From Reviewed: These are the best Amazon Prime Day deals you won't want to miss
Amazon isn't the only major retailer having a massive sale this week. Walmart is launching its own big sale event
Amazon Prime Day 2020: How small businesses can also benefit from the shopping event
 
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