Trump celebrates shock endorsement ahead of US midterms

BBC World Service· Nov 2, 2026· 29m 58s

A shock endorsement in Michigan just days before the US midterm elections has been welcomed by President Trump. Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens backed Republican, Mike Rogers, rather than her own party's candidate, Abdul El- Sayed. Also: Hamas says at least eight people have been killed during Israeli air strikes on Gaza. Thousands participate in demonstrations in Germany over the cost of living and spending on education. Buddhists in Bhutan gather to build 108 structures in 24 hours in o

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Welcome to the program. I'm your host.
Welcome to the program. I'm your host.
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Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.
Today we look at the major stories shaping the news cycle.
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We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.
We start in Europe, where leaders met in Brussels.
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The summit focused on energy policy and migration.
The summit focused on energy policy and migration.
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Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.
Reporting from the ground, our correspondent has more.
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Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.
Thank you. The mood here was tense but constructive.
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