DOJ launches antitrust probe of TV networks. And, Trump says Ukraine needs new leader

Trump Pressures Ukraine, Trump's Midterm Priorities, Saudi Arabia Airport Attacks Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top stories President Trump is urging Ukrainians to hold wartime elections and replace President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as he blames him for not ending the war. He accuses Zelenskyy of causing rising global fuel prices due to Ukraine's long-range drone strikes on Russian oil refineries. Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel on Friday temporarily, and stated both sides agreed to an "energy ceasefire." President Trump speaks to members of the press after landing on Oct. 10, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Trump is returning to the White House after attending a political rally in Clarksville, Tennessee. Roberto Schmidt/Getty Images hide caption Roberto Schmidt/Getty Images 🎧 Trump has urged Ukrainians to elect a new leader before, but each time he does that, Zelenskyy's popularity rises, NPR's Joanna Kakissis tells Up First. She adds that, through conversations with Ukrainians in Kyiv, a common sentiment eme...