6AM ET 09/30/2026 Newscast
Summary
The U.S. completed its troop withdrawal from Iraq, raising concerns about Iranian influence and a potential ISIS resurgence. A Dubai-to-Israel flight was diverted after a cockpit brawl left one pilot stabbed. Russia continued drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure. The Senate held a hearing on AI regulation following a new presidential agreement with industry leaders, while former special counsel Jack Smith faced heated questioning from GOP senators. MLB playoff action featured Ben Rice’s record-setting performance for the Yankees.
Topics discussed
US troops complete withdrawal from Iraq
Dubai flight diverted after cockpit brawl
Russia strikes Ukraine; Senate AI hearing
Trump's AI safety agreement and America.gov
Sponsored segment: Tax Relief Advocates
Senate hearing: Jack Smith and Trump indictments
MLB recap: Yankees and other playoff results
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