AP NewsCast 6 p.m. EDT
Summary
AP News covers the transfer of a Cornell University rape investigation to a special prosecutor, the 10-year prison sentence for former congressman David Rivera, and Defense Secretary Hegseth’s order for a one-day military stand-down to boost voter turnout. The report also details the Democratic National Committee’s lawsuit against the Pentagon regarding overseas voting access. Finally, markets closed higher as a soft jobs report eased inflation concerns, pushing the S&P 500 near record highs while oil prices settled above $102 per barrel.
Topics discussed
Cornell University rape investigation handed to special prosecutor
David Rivera sentenced for Venezuela lobbying campaign
Pentagon orders one-day military stand-down for voting
DNC sues Pentagon over overseas civilian voting access
Stocks rise as jobs report eases inflation worries
Oil prices and national gasoline averages
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