Evening news, Oct 30, 2026, 18:00 ET

Midterm Updates: Trump heading to Florida for rally as election nears CBS News · Oct 30, 2026, 17:26 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The final four days will test candidates in close races as Trump rallies in Florida and voters decide the next Congress. In Alaska and Maine, the campaign is still centered on ballot choices and Senate control.
Appeals court rejects Justice Department request for California to set aside disputed ballots PBS News Hour - The Latest · Oct 30, 2026, 16:56 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The case could go to the Supreme Court, while California officials continue counting processed ballots and outside groups review the disputed list.
Federal prosecutors announce investigation into Alaska Senate race NBC News · Oct 30, 2026, 17:37 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Prosecutors are now investigating whether ballot-related actions in the Alaska race broke federal law, which could affect the campaign and election results.
Judge opens misconduct inquiry into Trump officials in golf course case CBS News · Oct 30, 2026, 14:23 ET
Explain the Big Deal: The judge will review possible misconduct and may appoint a special master after the Justice Department has five days to object.
ICE officer charged in Texas after allegedly hitting man with vehicle CBS News · Oct 30, 2026, 16:11 ET
Explain the Big Deal: Prosecutors expect Morales to be taken into custody soon, and the case will move through Texas courts while ICE disputes the charge.

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