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Midterms Near as Trump Deals and Raids Draw Fire

What it means

Trump made five days of concessions to Russia and directed appointees to assess ousting Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Federal agents raided Rep. Ilhan Omar's home 22 days before the November 3 midterms.

Why it matters

Republicans are distancing from Trump three weeks out; Musk has given $276 million to GOP super PACs. Voter anger over $6.51 diesel and corruption threatens GOP control of Congress.

How it affects you

Diesel at a record $6.51 a gallon raises shipping and food costs. The SBA suspended 870,000 borrowers tied to $39 billion in suspected pandemic fraud, and Texas prisons must install air conditioning by 2029.

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