ICE arrests nearly doubled to 474,850 and deportations hit a record 483,200 in the year through September, the agency said. The figures offer a rare precise tally as reports of arrests in homes, schools and public places fuel concern.

At Arlington, Trump said the U.S. didn’t start the Iran war and demanded “total victory,” despite the conflict beginning with U.S.-Israeli strikes in February. Pentagon figures show 23 Americans killed; polling finds broad opposition.

Raymond Smith has defeated Rep. Greg Murphy by nearly 300 votes in North Carolina’s 3rd District, capping a Democratic surge that could give the party 11 of the state’s 14 House seats. Murphy conceded Nov. 11; Smith takes office in January.

Dan Hicks, NBC Sports’ warm, engaging voice across golf, the Olympics and Notre Dame football, has died at 64. His calls spanned decades of defining moments, including J.J. Spaun’s 2025 U.S. Open victory.

ICE says it deported 483,200 people and made 474,850 arrests in the year through September 2026—both agency records. Arrests nearly doubled from a year earlier, but ICE did not report how many people had criminal histories.

The free Beyond Skyrim: Bruma 2.0 update brings the fan-made Cyrodiil expansion to PlayStation for the first time, arriving on Skyrim’s 15th anniversary. It adds quests, areas and upgrades, but requires a new save.

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is still in development, Skydance reportedly told staff, dismissing a viral cancellation rumor. The game has slipped to 2027 or later; reports say it’s nearing alpha, but Skydance hasn’t confirmed that.

Germany’s economic advisers forecast 1.3% growth in 2026 but warn it won’t fix a looming budget crunch, urging cuts to subsidies and pensions. Even after reforms, a funding gap of at least 2.4% of GDP may force tax increases.

DR Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi has signed a law setting rules for constitutional referendums, raising fears it could enable a third term. Opponents warn the measure may weaken term limits as political tensions mount amid conflict in the east.

After major election losses, Republicans are debating whether to court practical-minded voters or push further right. Moderates are dwindling as hardliners demand tougher policies, setting the stage for a contentious 2028 primary.