Trump Waives New Russia Sanctions, Anthropic AI Bill, More
Oct 17, 2026 · 4m
Summary
Bloomberg News Now covers President Trump's waiver of new Russian energy sanctions ahead of midterms, alongside early voting and "No Kings" protests. The episode also highlights Anthropic's push for AI safety legislation, a chip stock sell-off, and a Southern California wildfire. Other stories include a school shooting in Oregon, a boat rescue off Mexico, Pope Leo's hospital discharge, and updates on the WNBA and ALCS.
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Trump waives sanctions on Russian energy exports
Midterm election ads and No Kings protests
AI regulation bill and NVIDIA CEO comments
Chip stocks sell off and school shooting vigil
Wildfire in Southern California
Coast Guard rescue off Baja California
Pope Leo released from hospital
United and Air Canada route expansion
Sports: WNBA Finals and ALCS update
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