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Monday, November 9

The Daily Briefing

 

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Welcome to Monday! It’s Nov. 9, and over the weekend: Nvidia opened a probe into its CEO. Israel's president tapped Prime Minister Netanyahu's rival to form a government. And President Trump said his Dana White press secretary offer was a joke.

I’m Mallorie Sullivan, and I'm glad finding out I need a new furnace coincided with this November winter weather forecast. Here's what to know this week.

🏛️ Congress gets back to work

Lawmakers return to Capitol Hill today, and there’s plenty to get done before the end of the year. Republicans remain in control through December, with must-pass legislation to tackle and a possible impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth ahead. But Democrats’ midterm wins could change the dynamic in the final stretch. Here's what to watch as Congress comes back.

• Also: Today is Trump aide Stephen Miller's first day as chief of staff.
• However: Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats won't work with Miller.

📰 What else we're watching

• The Alaska and Mississippi Senate races, which remain undecided.
• Today's Supreme Court case that could make it harder to sue federal officers.
• Trump's hint that there may be more Cabinet changes on the horizon.
• And the latest on inflation, which we'll learn in Tuesday's CPI report.

🩺 Open enrollment is, well, open

And while it has been since last week, some of you may just be getting around to assessing your options for next year. If your move is to stick with the same plan, you’re hardly alone: 91% of Americans do, according to a 2024 survey. But experts say changes to health insurance make this a good year to take a closer look. Here’s what to consider before making your picks.

• Did your job-based insurance cut GLP-1 coverage? Here are some options.
• Your Medicare drug plan costs will be higher in 2027. Here's why.

👀 A few things on my radar

• ❤️ The "Love is Blind" Boston reunion, which dropped last night. Here's our recap, which contains lots of spoilers.
• 📧 And if you need someone to talk to about it, I have some thoughts.
• 🏈 The latest NFL injury updates, including Lions linebacker Jack Campbell's recovery and Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' elbow pain.
• ☄️ The Northern Taurid meteor shower, which is expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday.
• 💰 "How to Rob a Bank," featuring Pete Davidson and Nicholas Hoult, in theaters on Friday.

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Veterans, government officials and residents participate in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 8, which was held in the Pennsylvania Veterans Memorial. Matthew Toth/Lebanon Daily News

☝️ And one more thing

• Veterans Day is Wednesday, with parades and ceremonies planned across the country. And if you’re a veteran or active-duty military, don’t forget to check out the freebies and deals. Thank you for your service!

Keep scrolling for more news. Here's your crossword! I’ll see you tomorrow 👋

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