The Brief — Monday, November 10, 2025
From gridlock to generational change, Washington braces for what comes next.
Welcome to the November 10 edition of The Brief.
This week, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history shows signs of ending, a political era closes with Nancy Pelosi’s retirement, and Democrats gain momentum after key election victories. Plus, a new study finds that political language has become more toxic. We look at how these shifts in power and messaging could define the road to 2026.


