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Good morning, Daily Briefing readers. The leaves are changing, the people are voting, and the pumpkins are more spiced than ever before. What's that smell in the air? No, it's not autumnal whimsy, it's DEALS. Today kicks off Prime Day, and Reviewed is rounding up the best deals out there today. Thank me later from atop your holiday gift stockpile.

It's Lindsay filling in for Jane with Tuesday's news.

Today in brief: It's day 2 of ACB's hearing to replace RBG on the Supreme Court. President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail and making comments about kissing. And five men who allegedly conspired to kidnap the governor of Michigan will appear in court.

But first: Today is an important voting deadline

There are 21 days until Election Day, and it's a major day for voter registration deadlines. Are you ready? If not, register at vote.usatoday.com and go through our comprehensive election guide here. Tuesday:

  • Utah starts mail-in voting
  • Kentucky and Texas start early voting  
  • Last day to register to vote online, in-person and mail-in (postmarked Oct. 13) in Kansas, Oregon, Virginia and West Virginia 
  • Last day to register online in Louisiana 
  • Last day to register to vote online and mail-in (postmarked Oct. 13) in Maryland. But you can register to vote in person on Election Day 
  • Last day to register to vote online and mail-in (received Oct. 13) in Maine, and Minnesota. But you can register to vote in person on Election Day 
  • Last day to register to vote in person, online and mail-in (received Oct. 13) in New Jersey 
  • Last day to register to vote mail-in (received Oct. 13) and online in Washington, D.C.). But you can register to vote in person on Election Day

Barrett confirmation hearing expected to heat up

The confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett resumes Tuesday, led by the Senate Judiciary Committee. While Monday's hearing consisted of opening remarks, things are expected to heat up. Senators will question Barrett on her career and her position on issues that could come before the court, including health care, guns, abortion and religion. Each senator will have about 20 minutes to question Barrett. The hearings could be key for a number of senators before the November election, including vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, who sits on the panel.  

Some important coronavirus updates

President Trump is back at the rally podium

President Donald Trump will host a rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday as part of a string of rallies following the president's bout with COVID-19. Claiming he is both cured and "immune" to the deadly virus, Trump held a rally in Florida on Monday – just a week-and-a-half after testing positive. "I just feel so powerful," he said. "I'll kiss everyone in that audience." However, lingering questions remain about Trump's health. White House physician Sean Conley said Monday that Trump has tested negative for COVID-19 "on consecutive days" – he didn't say which ones or how many – and "the President is not infectious to others." With the election just weeks away, numerous polls have found that Trump is trailing Democratic challenger Joe Biden nationally. 

5 men accused of plot to kidnap Michigan's governor to appear in court

Five men accused in a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will appear in federal court Tuesday for a hearing on whether they should be detained before trial. Some defendants conducted coordinated surveillance of the Democratic governor's vacation home in northern Michigan in August and September, a criminal complaint states. The FBI has revealed the suspected plot also involved a "plan to target and kill police," prompting state law enforcement to say it is on high alert. "This is one of the tactics these anti-government, domestic terrorism groups use," said 1st Lt. Mike Shaw of the Michigan State Police. "Law enforcement is the face of the government. If you're mad at the government, you're mad at the police."

More important news to know

Amazon Prime Day has arrived! We're excited for deals

Happy Amazon Prime Day! Amazon's two-day Prime Day sale kicked off early Tuesday, and it's full of tremendous discounts you can get with an Amazon Prime membership. It's not just tech and gadgets on sale either. You'll find hot deals across just about every category from furniture to music to fashion. But many deals expire quickly, and new ones appear steadily, often without much notice (here are some insider tips to help you get the most bang for your buck). Amazon Prime Day runs through Wednesday, Oct. 14. Happy shopping!

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