Evening news, Oct 26, 2026, 18:00 ET

James Comey charged for a third time by the Trump administration NBC News · Oct 26, 2026, 17:21 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The case now faces an early legal fight over timing and procedure. Comey’s lawyers are seeking dismissal, and the judge has not yet ruled.
Trump administration asks Washington state to set aside ballots from 400 voters it says may be noncitizens PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 26, 2026, 17:52 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Washington officials are reviewing the federal request and have not said whether they will isolate any ballots before the midterm.
Trump administration pushes for food assistance card upgrade to fight fraud NPR · Oct 26, 2026, 14:41 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The USDA will take public comments for 60 days, then may finalize a rule giving states two years to upgrade cards and terminals.
Dollar General overcharged people at checkout for years, FTC says CBS News · Oct 26, 2026, 15:24 ET
Explain the Big Deal: A federal court will decide whether Dollar General must change pricing practices and pay money back. The complaint covers millions of purchases, but the outcome is not yet decided.
Is the Federal Reserve likely to raise interest rates this week? CBS News · Oct 26, 2026, 16:10 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Most economists expect the Fed to hold rates steady on Wednesday, then watch for a possible hike in December. Investors will listen for any clues in the statement and press conference.

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