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What happens next in Washington? Make your calls before each question closes: 10 points for each one you get right once the answer is in. You can change them until they close.

Who will win the Mississippi Senate race?

Closes as soon as the race is called, or when counties certify on November 13.

Closes: Nov 13, 12:00 AM ET · Background

Who will win the Alaska Senate race?

Closes as soon as the race is called, or when the ranked-choice count starts on November 18.

Closes: Nov 18, 12:00 PM ET · Background

Will Congress send the defense bill (NDAA) to the president before January 3?

Yes if both chambers pass the same final version by then.

Closes: Nov 26, 12:00 AM ET · Background

Will the federal government shut down on December 12, 2026?

Yes if funding lapses at 12:01 a.m. Eastern on December 12, even briefly.

Closes: Dec 11, 12:00 PM ET · Background

Will the House elect its Speaker on the first ballot on January 3?

Closes: Jan 3, 12:00 AM ET · Background

How many votes will the winning Speaker candidate get on the ballot that elects them?

Exact guess: 10 points; one point fewer for each vote off.

Closes: Jan 3, 12:00 AM ET · Background

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