Night news, Oct 26, 2026, 22:00 ET

Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time BBC News · Oct 26, 2026, 20:07 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Prosecutors have filed two charges against Comey in Washington, and the case will now move through the federal court process. He denies wrongdoing, while his lawyers say the allegations were reviewed before and not charged.
Trump administration asks Washington to set aside hundreds of ballots from suspected noncitizen voters The Guardian · Oct 26, 2026, 21:26 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Washington officials will decide whether to set aside those ballots while they verify voters’ eligibility. The case could affect counting in a state with more than 5 million registered voters.
Trump offers $1 million reward for voter fraud tips that lead to convictions NBC News · Oct 26, 2026, 18:09 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The offer could encourage people to report alleged fraud, but the story does not say who would pay the reward or how convictions would be handled.
Manhunt underway for escaped murderer in Tennessee CBS News · Oct 26, 2026, 21:00 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Authorities are searching for him and asking residents to review security footage for any sign of where he went.
Stranded hikers cling to steep California mountain ridge as helicopter crew swoops in Fox News · Oct 26, 2026, 21:56 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Authorities say the three were safely flown out, and no further details on injuries or how they got stranded were released.

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