Morning Wire Evening Wire: Pelosi Calls It Quits & FAA Cuts Flights | 11.6.25
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Nov 6, 2025 Nancy Pelosi announces her retirement, stirring responses from various political figures. The FAA reveals a 10% reduction in flights due to controller shortages, raising safety concerns. A Virginia teacher receives a shocking $10 million payout after a shooting incident involving a 6-year-old student. Furthermore, President Trump calls for increased U.S. nuclear testing to keep up with other powers, while three men face charges linked to a Halloween terror plot. The changes and challenges in the political landscape are further highlighted with discussions around election turnouts and legal battles over voter maps.
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Pelosi Announces Retirement
- Nancy Pelosi announced she will retire from Congress at the end of her term in 2027 after decades in office.
- She reflected gratefully on her service as the only woman to serve as House Speaker.
Crash Spurs Safety Measures
- A UPS MD-11 crashed during takeoff in Louisville after an engine detached and caught fire, prompting federal probes.
- The incident and controller shortages prompted the FAA to cut flights by 10% in 40 high-volume markets to preserve safety.
Prepare For Planned Flight Cuts
- The FAA is proactively reducing flights where controller shortages create the most pressure to maintain safety.
- Travelers should expect additional disruptions and prepare for cancellations at major hubs like LAX and O'Hare.