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The story so far · 8 days, October 30 to November 9, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 8 editions, from Oleshky, Ukraine on October 30, 2026. Newest first.
Democrats won Congress in November.
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Trump told CBS the deportation policy was too tough. He also alleged fraud in the midterms without evidence. He named Stephen Miller chief of staff.
Why it matters: Trump's tone shifts after Republican losses.
Sources: El País, BBC News, Le Figaro · See it on the globe
President Trump said in a CBS interview that his deportation policy may have been 'too tough' after Republicans lost control of Congress. He said he is open to an immigration deal with Democrats and that some have already called him. Trump also vowed a political comeback. Incoming Democratic leaders plan investigations of his administration. Trump called the requests 'extortion', and the Justice Department said it could probe lawmakers.
Why it matters: A divided Congress will shape US immigration, trade and foreign policy for the next two years.
Sources: The Straits Times, France 24, The Hindu · See it on the globe
Democrats won the House and flipped the Senate in the midterm elections, and their gains grew as counting continued. Abdul El-Sayed won a Senate seat in Michigan and will be the first Muslim senator. Democrats say they will focus on living costs and investigate the administration. Trump replaced chief of staff Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller, the architect of his immigration policy.
Why it matters: Divided government will shape US spending, tariffs, immigration and foreign policy for the rest of Trump's term.
Sources: France 24, The Guardian, The Hindu · See it on the globe
President Trump announced that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as White House chief of staff. Wiles will move to a political role. Miller is a longtime adviser known for his hardline immigration policies. Democrats criticized the choice, and Senator Chuck Schumer said Trump learned nothing from the election. Marjorie Taylor Greene warned the shake-up would hurt Republicans in 2028.
Why it matters: The top White House staff job shapes how the administration deals with a Congress now controlled by Democrats.
Sources: The Guardian, Japan Times, Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
The first lady hosted Russian and Ukrainian officials at the White House and urged them to build on a six-day local truce in Oleshky. Trump met Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev separately and did not meet the Ukrainians. He again said a deal is very close but gave no specifics. Ukraine's Zelensky said the truce shows fighting stops when Putin wants it to.
Why it matters: Any real ceasefire in Ukraine would affect European security, energy prices and grain exports.
Sources: BBC News, Al Jazeera, The Hindu · See it on the globe
Both sides confirmed they will attend a White House meeting on Nov. 5. Russia sends ombudsman Yana Lantratova and envoy Kirill Dmitriev. Zelensky gave Melania Trump an honor for a humanitarian mission.
Why it matters: Any contact between Russia and Ukraine could affect prospects for ending the war.
Sources: OilPrice, Meduza · See it on the globe
Hundreds of residents of Russian-held Oleshky arrived in Ukrainian-controlled territory on Saturday. They traveled by bus and plane through Russia and Belarus. U.S. first lady Melania Trump announced the truce on October 23. Kyiv called it the longest ceasefire since 2022, while Russia's foreign ministry accused Ukraine of violations.
Why it matters: The pause eased shelling on nearby Kherson and showed the two sides can cooperate on civilian rescue.
Sources: BBC News, PBS NewsHour, CBS News · See it on the globe
Russia and Ukraine evacuated residents of Russian-held Oleshky during a rare local ceasefire. A joint aid mission brought food and medicine. Hundreds left for Russia's Anapa, and hundreds stayed. The UN said each day the truce holds brings hope.
Why it matters: Starving civilians cut off for months got food and a way out.
Sources: BBC News, CBS News, UN News · See it on the globe