Tampa Braces for First Time Since ‘21, Associated Press
Hurricane Milton, a Category 4 storm with 155 mph winds, threatens Florida’s Gulf Coast with an 8-12 foot surge, prompting evacuations as Tampa Bay faces its first direct hit since 1921.

Trump Blames Migrant Genes for Crime, Politico
Trump blamed migrant genes for crime in a radio interview, claiming immigrants commit murders due to genetics, prompting the White House to condemn it as “fascist rhetoric.”

Musk Repossesses @America, disruptionist
Elon Musk seized the @America handle from its original user on X to promote Trump’s campaign, sparking controversy over political bias and misuse of platform power.

Harris Makes Her Case on 60 Minutes, CBS News
In her “60 Minutes” interview, VP Harris made her case for the presidency, addressing the economy, immigration, and Middle East conflict while promoting bipartisan solutions.

Major NC Newspaper Raps Trump Falsity, The Hill
The Charlotte Observer criticized Trump for falsely claiming Democrats neglected Republican areas and misused FEMA funds after Helene, calling his statements divisive during recovery efforts.

Clinton Wants To Overturn Sec. 230, Reason
Hillary Clinton told Smerconish on CNN that repealing Section 230 should be a top priority, emphasizing the ongoing bipartisan push to weaken free speech protections for tech platforms.

Ground News

Jean-Pierre Takes Dual Role at WH, For the Left
Karine Jean-Pierre has been promoted to senior adviser to the president while continuing as White House press secretary, marking the first time in decades both roles are held simultaneously.

Four Arrested in Gang Assault of Ex-NY Gov. For the Right
A 40-year-old man, a 34-year-old woman, and two juveniles, aged 12 and 13, were arrested for gang assault on former New York Governor David Paterson and his stepson.