Bad blood in Texas Senate race and errors with Flock license plate readers: Morning Rundown

Key Points:

• Republican Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton faces internal party sabotage accusations amid leaks and personal attacks, with some allies blaming supporters of his primary opponent, Sen. John Cornyn, deepening GOP divisions ahead of the election.
• Flock license plate readers in Indiana have caused wrongful police stops and detentions due to system errors, leading to frightening encounters for innocent motorists and prompting some officers to manipulate hotlist entries to offset mistakes.
• Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has shown a strong comeback in NFL Week 5, throwing three touchdown passes for the third consecutive game and helping the Steelers secure a 34-22 win over the Colts.
• Young Chinese citizens are increasingly turning to Mao Zedong’s legacy and writings for inspiration amid economic slowdown and social pressures, visiting his hometown and monuments to find guidance for modern challenges.
• Additional news highlights include Trump’s rallies drawing smaller crowds, a contentious debate in South Carolina’s Senate race, and Americans preparing for increased Halloween candy spending despite economic concerns.