Briefs for Wednesday, November 11, 2026 — U.S.
5 facts-only briefs of articles from The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, each written by a local AI model. They may contain mistakes; every brief links to its full article.
House Republicans selected Ohio Representative Jim Jordan as their new minority leader on Tuesday, defeating current Majority Leader Steve Scalise in a 106-73 secret ballot.
Opinion | A GOP House of Ideas, or Hacks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved to a U.S. military installation after reports indicated Iranian threats targeted his life.
Opinion | Iran’s Assassins Are on the Loose
An opinion essay argues that the Senate should confirm as many federal judges as possible during the current lame-duck session to offset the low number of judicial appointments made in President Trump’s second term.
Opinion | Making Up for Lost Time on Judges
An opinion essay argues that a durable settlement with Iran must prioritize restoring freedom of navigation, neutralizing highly enriched uranium, and imposing enforceable nuclear limits rather than accepting temporary ceasefires.
Opinion | It Matters How the Iran War Ends
An opinion essay argues that Democratic voters won the November 3, 2026, midterm elections primarily to check President Trump’s perceived erratic behavior rather than out of positive regard for the party.
Opinion | Midterms Add Madness to Chaos
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