U.S., Israel may attack Iran post-elections. And, SpaceX and Tesla consider merging

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.President Trump isn't the only one hitting key states in the last days before the midterm elections.

Democrats are bringing out big names, too.Former President Barack Obama will be in Ohio and Michigan this weekend, and next week he heads to Georgia.

Today, former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to visit Mississippi, which has a surprisingly competitive Senate race.The U.S.and Israel are preparing plans for a possible attack on Iran early next month, a person briefed on the matter, who spoke on condition of anonymity so they could discuss the preparations, told NPR today.

This potential strike would occur after the U.S.midterm elections and Israel's elections next week.

The development comes after Israeli security forces in the occupied West Bank detained about 80 people yesterday, including U.S.Democratic congressional nominee for New York Brad Lander and more than a dozen American rabbis.Tesla and SpaceX are exploring a merger.

Together, Elon Musk's two companies would potentially amplify his influence as one of the wealthiest individuals on Earth.The new company would become one of the largest globally, boasting a combined market cap of approximately $3.7 trillion.When news broke that Cardi B would be at the NPR Music office, so many people came to see the rapper perform an intimate set that staff had to turn some away, which is a rare occurrence.

People flocked to see the unfiltered rap star, who arrived in leather pants and a power blazer, bringing a mix of humility and humor.She opened her performance with the haunting synths of "Hello" and closed with two pivotal hits from her catalog: the breakout single "Bodak Yellow" and the boogaloo-heavy "I Like It." Don't miss out — catch her entire electrifying Tiny Desk Concert here.Chip Thomas has been creating public art...