California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday that he’ll change more than 500 death sentences in the state to life in prison without the possibility of parole, though the state Supreme Court will have the final say in hundreds of those cases. MORE: https://bit.ly/4AcGlBn

Florida Rep. Greg Steube joins “Wake Up America” to discuss his run for GOP Conference chair and more — TODAY at 8 AM ET on NEWSMAX. WATCH: nws.mx/tv

BORDER WARNING: President Donald Trump signals he's prepared to continue federal border enforcement in Texas even if Democratic Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa reverses Greg Abbott's immigration crackdown. https://bit.ly/4iHxmkI

TRUMP'S TRIUMPHAL ARCH: President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot monument in Washington gets federal approval, clearing a major hurdle toward construction despite a legal challenge. Trump wants the massive arch completed before he leaves office in 2029. https://bit.ly/3WdLT01

“REPUBLICANS LOST WHITE MALES”: New York Republican Club President Stefano Forte tells NEWSMAX that GOP policies alienated young white male voters, arguing Democrats didn't win them over — Republicans drove them away. https://bit.ly/4BNSAGf

Former acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf told NEWSMAX that the U.S. legal immigration system prioritizes family-based migration over merit and said some immigrants are unwilling to assimilate into American society. https://bit.ly/47Ygmll

SUPREME COURT SHOWDOWN: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer vows Democrats will block President Donald Trump from putting “a right-winger” on the Supreme Court, setting the stage for a potential confirmation battle if a vacancy opens in the next two years. https://bit.ly/4iCfDuG

Elon Musk deleted an Election Day post on X urging his followers to "Vote red today!" after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, in which he spent at least $474 million backing Republicans. https://bit.ly/4sImaJ0

Clergy members and other Democrat candidates with an unapologetically Christian message to "love your neighbor" helped their party flip control of Congress. https://bit.ly/487Wc8r

JAY ROCKEFELLER DIES AT 89: Former U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, heir to one of America's most prominent families, has died at his Washington home, according to a report. The West Virginia Democrat spent three decades in the Senate, championing healthcare for low-income Americans. https://bit.ly/4ztZ5wa

'THE WORST DAY OF MY LIFE': The mother of a California police officer killed in the line of duty blasted Gov. Gavin Newsom's decision to commute 548 death sentences and accused Newsom of putting presidential ambitions ahead of victims' families. https://bit.ly/4k16Ncw

TESLA AXES CYBERTRUCK: Tesla will wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas gigafactory around mid-2027, CEO Elon Musk said on Friday, after years of persistently weak sales for a futuristic model once touted as a rival to legacy pickup trucks. https://bit.ly/3Xa5P43

THE KNIVES ARE OUT: Is Chuck Schumer on his way out? “The Right Squad” debates calls for new leadership, a possible AOC primary challenge and what the revolt says about the Democratic Party’s direction.

https://youtu.be/OVtjvZEyV-A

JUST IN: U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in October, exceeding forecasts as the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%. The stronger-than-expected report signals continued resilience in the American labor market. https://bit.ly/3VaqFzJ

Democrats are preparing an aggressive legislative blitz during their first 100 hours in control of Congress, targeting President Donald Trump's healthcare policies, tariffs and military operations in Iran, but formidable obstacles could prevent much of their agenda from becoming law. https://bit.ly/484NRST

BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE: Rep. Keith Self urges Republicans to act while they still hold the majority, calling for codifying Trump's executive orders, passing the SAVE America Act, funding the government and tackling the debt ceiling.

https://youtu.be/JCle0IFziIg

DEMOCRAT CIVIL WAR?: Rep. Randy Fine says an internal battle is brewing over the Democrats’ speaker election and explains why the party’s margin could limit the power of dissenting members.

https://youtu.be/KKPg0a9e1mI

TRUMP'S NOT DONE: President Donald Trump reportedly plans to keep his political fundraising operation alive despite Republicans' midterm losses. He's weighing whether to continue MAGA Inc. or launch a new organization to back GOP candidates in 2028 and beyond, potentially extending his influence over the party. https://bit.ly/4ABUXuz

Rural voters across the country shifted sharply toward Democrats in Tuesday's midterm elections, helping the party capture control of Congress and delivering a stunning setback to Republicans in traditionally conservative strongholds. https://bit.ly/4k1Sqom

TRUMP PROTECTS OVAL OFFICE: President Donald Trump signs a proclamation designating the Oval Office and Cabinet Room as a national monument, aiming to prevent future presidents from substantially altering the historic spaces. https://bit.ly/4iZ5OZg