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In a special edition, “Start Here” travels around eastern Pennsylvania to witness the final push by both campaigns. New polling gives one last look at voters across the country. And Harris campaigners claim many women are keeping their votes secret from their husbands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump make what could be their final trips to western states. Economists describe stark realities that would accompany a victory by either candidate. And election workers get ready for a small army of poll watchers to descend on precincts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Supreme Court allows Virginia to purge hundreds of names off its voter rolls, days before the election. Voters react to a trend of “disappearing” polling places, particularly in Black communities. And New York City finally enacts a law allowing jaywalking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Harris makes her case to undecided Americans on the National Mall. Former President Trump tries to change the narrative about his controversial Madison Square Garden rally. And election analysts say get ready for a long night - or possibly several nights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump campaign begins its final week on the defensive. Police suggest that ballot boxes set on fire in the Pacific Northwest may be linked. And voters consider drastically different visions for the Department of Education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new ABC News/Ipsos poll shows Kamala Harris with a slim national lead. Washington Post journalists react to a decision, reportedly by Jeff Bezos himself, not to issue a presidential endorsement. And Iran responds to targeted missile strikes by Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With early votes flooding into precincts, the candidates plan some of their biggest events yet. Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon calls for a more lenient sentence for the Menendez brothers. And parties prepare for the possibility of rogue election officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris and her allies have begun explicitly labeling Donald Trump as a fascist. Russia brings in North Korean troops for support. And McDonald’s tries to manage an E.coli outbreak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sources tell ABC that a list of Donald Trump’s possible Attorney General choices includes Aileen Cannon, the judge who dismissed charges against him. The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is arrested on sex trafficking charges. And Texas Latinos describe why fears of “non-citizen voting” are resulting in voter intimidation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Federal investigators are trying to determine how classified documents on Israel went public. Donald Trump tries to capitalize on improving poll numbers. And a Texas man on death row for a “shaken baby syndrome” conviction takes his case to the Texas legislature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel continues intense air and ground campaigns against Hezbollah in Lebanon and against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. A ferry dock gangway collapses in Georgia. And election polling accuracy questions are answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a year-long manhunt, Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is killed in Gaza. A 911 call reveals new details about former One Direction star Liam Payne’s death. And our partners at 538 walk through the closest Senate races this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thirty-five years after Erik and Lyle Menendez murdered their parents, family members are calling for their release. Vice President Kamala Harris talks immigration in a contentious new interview. And election workers in battleground states impacted by hurricane damage are racing to be ready for Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former President Trump offers few substantive rebuttals to challenges to his economic vision. Local officials sound the alarm over Election Day deepfakes. And military insiders debate the consequences of U.S. involvement in the Middle East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democrats scramble in the three weeks leading up to Election Day after concerning polls. As Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, PM Netanyahu vows to "continue to hit Hezbollah mercilessly." And campaign embeds get their questions answered... on an orange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon deploys its THAAD missile defense system, along with 100 troops, to Israel. The Harris and Trump campaigns court male voters as new polling shows a wide gender gap. And hospitals grapple with a national shortage of intravenous fluids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Residents and rescuers examine damage left by Hurricane Milton. A new forecast from 538 shows a toss-up for control of the House. And the Navy concludes that two SEALs died from drowning under the weight of their heavy packs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Siesta Key, Florida, sending flood waters surging and tornadoes swirling throughout the state. Election workers describe holding emergency drills, anticipating potential violence and chaos on Election Day. And Spirit Halloween tries to work its magic on Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Homeland Security Sec. Alejandro Mayorkas previews the arrival of Hurricane Milton, while battling damaging misinformation. Investigative journalist Bob Woodward reports that Donald Trump has held numerous conversations with Vladimir Putin since leaving office. And the Supreme Court appears poised to uphold government regulations on “ghost guns.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 as it surges toward the Florida coastline. The Supreme Court allows a controversial rule on Texas abortions to remain in place. And Los Angeles authorities accept new evidence in the case of the Menendez brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices