FirstFT: Republican infighting erupts after landslide midterms defeat

Republican infighting is intensifying following a significant defeat in the midterm elections, with internal conflicts threatening party unity. This turmoil comes as a wiretapping scandal in Indonesia shakes the nation and Oracle's decision to cancel a $7bn AI deal with Tencent under pressure from the Trump administration adds to the global political drama. The midterms' outcomes signal a shift in the U.S. political landscape, while international alliances and business deals are also facing unprecedented challenges.