Politics news · 9 November 2026
Gadi Eisenkot invited to try to form Israel's next government
Former military chief Gadi Eisenkot has been asked by President Isaac Herzog to try to form a coalition after most parties endorsed him over Benjamin Netanyahu. An ABC explainer sets out five ways the talks could go.
Analysts say Trump could fire Hegseth as lawmakers plan impeachment effort
An analysis says there is growing speculation that President Trump could dismiss Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after the midterm defeat. Some lawmakers say they plan to impeach Hegseth, who denies allegations of corruption and abuse of power.
Trump says he was 'kidding' about offering UFC chief Dana White the press secretary job
President Donald Trump said he was "only kidding" when he announced he would offer the vacant White House press secretary role to UFC chief executive Dana White. He said he still expected to speak with Mr White on Monday.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits affair with woman suspected of being a Chinese spy
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang has admitted an affair with Alice Huang, an executive at a Nvidia customer who US officials reportedly believe worked for Chinese intelligence. Nvidia's board has launched an independent investigation, and Huang remains CEO.
Pope Leo urges Argentine leaders to 'safeguard democracy'
Pope Leo XIV met President Javier Milei on arriving in Buenos Aires and urged Argentina's political leaders to safeguard democracy and take care with their words, UPI reported on Nov. 8.