Stevenson’s army, November 7

Warning: election results may be a long time coming. RollCall notes that floor maneuvers could delay organizing the new House.

The polls are suspect this year [only 1% response rates lately] and quite close for Senate tossup seats. Nate Cohn is right to see 4 possibilities.

Reuters notes growing opposition to machines.

GOP lawsuits oppose mail-in ballots.

The Hill speculates on a GOP House and defense.

In other news: SAIS wins Space Force training role.

Lawfare compares Biden and Trump NSS

WaPo says administration has urged Zelensky to be open to peace talks.

Jake Sullivan has secret contacts with Russia.

Israeli elections could affect US defense relations.

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