#ourCOG Daily Brief [October 25, 2025]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 25, 2025.

Today in U.S. news, we’re tracking the resilience of individuals like Connie Bell, who is charting a new future after tragic personal loss and the devastating LA wildfires. Political disputes are highlighted in Arizona, where a House seat remains vacant due to delays in Adelita Grijalva’s swearing-in, sparking lawsuits against Speaker Mike Johnson. Virginia’s gubernatorial race is shaping up as a crucial test for Democrats aiming for a comeback, with Senator Spanberger in the spotlight, while in New York, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch’s modernization efforts are contrasted with mayoral front-runner Zohran Mamdani’s differing views on crime. In Washington, President Trump’s merging of public and private spheres is evident as the East Wing makes way for a new, opulent ballroom. On the world stage, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro accuses the U.S. of fabricating a “new eternal war” as a U.S. aircraft carrier draws near. Argentina is gearing up for critical midterm elections this Sunday, serving as a report card on President Javier Milei’s economic policies, which have curbed inflation but stalled the economy, leaving many worse off. And in Ivory Coast, a notable youth voter apathy is emerging ahead of the presidential election, seen not as a rejection of democracy, but rather a cynicism about political change.

Our latest video titles making waves include “What Happens When You Speak LIFE Into Your Darkest Moments,” “2026 Israel Promo with Perry Stone!,” and the intriguing “Masterpiece.”

From our FaithNews feed, we’re seeing stories like “Ministry to Israel ‘Lone Soldier Program’ Looks to Welcome One of the Hostages,” “New Book Examines Generational Shift in Leadership and Discipleship,” “VPN.com Honors TPUSA Founder Charlie Kirk,” and “Intercultural Ministries Hosts ‘Seat at the Table’ Conference.”

In prophecy news, we’re hearing that President Trump’s diplomacy has reportedly freed an unprecedented 73 Americans wrongly detained abroad during the first nine months of his second term. Also, the Department of Justice is investigating claims that Democrat cities are reportedly manipulating crime statistics to boost midterm election hopes. On the geopolitical front, despite a Gaza peace plan, Hamas is said to be reasserting power and continuing violence against rivals. Lastly, a criminal referral has been issued against former CIA director John Brennan regarding alleged false statements about the Steele dossier.

Finally, in Jewish history, we look back to October 26, 1235, when King Andrew II of Hungary passed away. His reign saw Jewish officials in significant roles, but under pressure from nobles, the Golden Bull of 1222 stripped Jews of these high offices. Later, when the king needed funds, he farmed royal revenues to Jews, prompting Pope Honorius III to excommunicate him. Eventually, he yielded to papal demands from Pope Gregory IX, promising to enforce anti-Jewish decrees, distinguish them with badges, and forbid certain interactions with Christians.