President Trump has offered Dana White, CEO of the UFC, the position of White House press secretary, according to a Truth Social post. While it remains unclear if White will accept, he shared an image of himself at the press briefing room podium with a caption suggesting a new chapter.

The 2026 midterm elections have resulted in a significant shift in Congressional control, with Democrats securing at least 54 Senate seats and gaining numerous House seats. Close races remain in Alaska and Mississippi, while several districts, particularly in Florida and North Carolina, are still awaiting final results.

Representative Robert Garcia outlined the House Oversight Committee’s investigative priorities for the next Congress, targeting the Trump family’s business dealings, corporate corruption, the Department of Homeland Security’s actions, and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Garcia indicated intentions to compel testimonies from several key figures, including Trump associates.

President Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles, following Republicans’ midterm losses. Miller, a long-time advisor known for his immigration policies, will begin his role on Monday, while Wiles transitions to Trump’s political operation after her resignation.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that two oil tankers caught fire after striking mines in or near the Strait of Hormuz, following claims of five similar incidents the previous day. Maritime officials have not confirmed these reports, amid rising concerns over regional shipping security.

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he will commute the death sentences of 548 individuals to life without parole, citing moral objections to state-sanctioned killing. While this action does not abolish the death penalty, it aims to address perceived inequities within the legal system. Reactions from officials vary significantly.