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NPR News Friday 30 October 2026, 08:47 UTC By A Martínez 1 min read
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Candidates make their final push to voters, Alaska roiled by allegations that Democrats tried to prop up a spoiler candidate, U.S. could resume conflict in Iran after monthslong pause.

Candidates make their final push to voters, Alaska roiled by allegations that Democrats tried to prop up a spoiler candidate, U.S. could resume conflict in Iran after monthslong pause.

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