Voters want Congress to lower costs and end Iran war: AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll shows voters from both major political parties want the next Congress to focus on making life more affordable and ending the war in Iran. Fewer are looking for an emphasis on President Donald Trump — whether it’s investigating him or supporting his Republican agenda. The results suggest that voters of both parties are ready for Congress to tackle core issues, despite Trump’s centrality in the midterm campaign.
About 8 in 10 registered voters, including most Republicans and Democrats, say lowering the cost of living should be one of the highest priorities for the coming session.
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UK plans military aircraft support for wildfires ahead of first resilience summit
Fire services across the UK are set to be able to request RAF aircraft for difficult wildfires, alongside plans for specialist protective equipment and an AI unit.
Full details of Burnham’s water overhaul may wait until 2027 spending review
A broad plan for England’s water sector is expected in December, but officials are still working through how greater public control would operate and what it might cost.
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