Obamacare could collapse under Trump's new plan, policy experts say … If younger, healthier consumers choose such so-called junk health plans — with lower costs and less robust coverage — or don't use the money for health insurance, it could throw off the balance of risk and prompt insurers …

Jack Schlossberg, Kennedy Heir, to Seek Nadler's N.Y. Congressional Seat  —  Mr. Schlossberg, the son of Caroline Kennedy, said the Democratic Party needed someone who could stand up to President Trump and his allies.  —  Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of John F. Kennedy …

Fannie Mae Watchdogs Probed How Pulte Obtained Mortgage Records of Key Democrats  —  FHFA's acting inspector general handed probe report to U.S. attorney office that had indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James  —  Fannie Mae watchdogs who were removed from their jobs had been probing …

White House weighs stepped up domestic travel and speeches to improve Trump's standing on the economy  —  President Donald Trump's advisers have had conversations about him traveling the country to give economy-focused speeches as they privately weigh a number of strategies to improve …

Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end  —  The Supreme Court on Tuesday extended an order blocking full SNAP payments, amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume.

Kash Patel's ‘Effin Wild’ Ride as FBI Director  —  In just one week in October, he ticked off his bosses with premature comments about a terror investigation and squeezed in a trip to the ‘Boondoggle Ranch’ on the bureau jet  —  On Halloween morning, FBI Director Kash Patel had a big announcement to make …

Mike Johnson finally schedules Grijalva swearing in  —  House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has finally set a date to swear in Rep-elect Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.), weeks after she was elected to her seat, his office announced Tuesday. … - Grijalva has pledged to be the final signature …

Utah's Cox supports effort to appeal court ruling on redistricting … “The Utah Constitution clearly states that it is the responsibility of the Legislature to divide the state into congressional districts,” Cox wrote.  “While I respect the Court's role in our system, no judge …

Starmer allies issue warning to PM's rivals as fears grow over leadership challenge  —  No 10 said to be in ‘full bunker mode’ over fears of attempt to oust him after budget or May local elections  —  Downing Street has launched an extraordinary operation to protect Keir Starmer amid fears among …

ICE Caged This Man For His Instagram Posts And Likes  —  A FEW WEEKS AGO, FOREVER WARS highlighted the ordeal of Yaa'kub Ira Vijandre, a DACA recipient whom ICE took into custody at gunpoint a month ago for nothing more than expressing support for U.S. foreign policy targets—and he alleges, for refusing to become an informant.

Trump defends H-1B visas: “You don't have certain talents” in the U.S.  —  President Trump said in a Fox News interview that aired Sunday evening H-1B skilled worker visas are necessary because “you don't have certain talents” in the U.S. … - Trump signed an executive order …

Graham Platner's online history means he'd lose to Susan Collins, Dem poll warns … Before testing a matchup between Platner and Collins, the poll summarizes pro-Platner messaging — including his military service and his promise to “fight the billionaire class” and make politics work …

Duffy: Travel disruptions will get “much worse” if shutdown doesn't end soon  —  Air travelers faced more flight delays and cancellations on Tuesday and Transportation Secretary Sean Duff warned if the record government shutdown doesn't end soon “we're not going to get to Thanksgiving.”

DHS takes credit for crime being down in Chicago.  Data shows that was happening before they arrived.  —  Immigration officials on Tuesday said a drop in crime numbers was thanks to their work.  Police data show the decrease was taking place before federal agents arrived in the city.

US firefighter detained on the job speaks out after deportation: ‘I feel betrayed’  —  Exclusive: Border patrol arrested José Bertin Cruz-Estrada while he was battling a wildfire in Washington.  He is now in Mexico, separated from his family in Oregon

Johnson to Seat Grijalva, Seven Weeks After She Was Elected  —  Johnson to Seat Grijalva, 7 Weeks After She Was Elected  —  Supreme Court Extends Order Allowing Limits on Food Stamp Payments  —  The justices allowed the Trump administration to withhold full benefits for two more days …

The I.R.S. Tried to Stop This Tax Dodge.  Scott Bessent Used It Anyway. … It was an easy and, by all accounts, legal way to avoid paying thousands, and potentially millions, in federal taxes.  —  Just set up an investment firm with the right legal structure, and the self-employment taxes …

The Supreme Court Just Took a Scary Voting Case That Has Trump Salivating.  He Might Be Disappointed.  —  President Donald Trump's obsession with mail-in balloting reached the Supreme Court on Monday through a bonkers 5th Circuit opinion written by Trump appointee (and Trump Supreme Court auditioner) Andrew Oldham.