The husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was viciously attacked in their home. The suspect allegedly assaulting him even as the police arrived. The attack underscores the alarming number of threats to U.S. lawmakers and their families. Plus, with 11 days until midterms, the big names are hitting the field late in the game which may signal concern about election victories.

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