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AP NewsCast 6 p.m. EDT

Oct 14, 2026 · 2m

Summary

This AP News update reports that Pope Leo is recovering from lung cancer surgery, with doctors confirming normal post-operative tests. The segment also covers the Justice Department's threat to sue California over mail ballots and a Texas prosecutor's review of criminal charges against an ICE agent who struck a man with an SUV. Additionally, President Trump is campaigning in Arizona and Montana. The report concludes with a market overview noting a significant tech-driven stock drop and a projected 3.6% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for next year.

Topics discussed

Pope Leo's recovery and cancer surgery update DOJ threatens California over mail ballot concerns Criminal charges considered for ICE agent in Texas President Trump campaigns in Arizona and Montana AP Markets Report: Stocks fall on tech drops Social Security cost of living adjustment projection
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