El-Sayed, Rogers face off in Michigan Senate debate; DHS to test heat ray at border
Michigan’s Senate candidates clash in their final debate, with Republican Mike Rogers questioning Democrat Abdul El-Sayed’s loyalty to the U.S.
Plus, Vice President JD Vance fires back at Republicans criticizing a controversial attack ad against Ohio Democrat Amy Acton, defending the ad despite growing backlash.
And the Pentagon approves testing a military heat ray at the southern border, a weapon that causes an intense burning sensation to drive people away.
These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026.
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