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Sep 16, 2026 · 2m

Summary

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates to 3.9% amid elevated inflation, prompting criticism from President Trump and a market selloff. In Congress, Rep. Thomas Massie defied Speaker Mike Johnson by submitting an impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Hegseth over the Iran conflict. Additionally, the Kennedy Center was closed for repairs following a board vote, while a geomorphologist in California discovered a well-preserved mastodon tooth during a habitat restoration project.

Topics discussed

Federal Reserve raises interest rates and Trump's reaction Stock market drop and rising gas prices House recesses after Rep. Massey's impeachment resolution Fencing installed around Kennedy Center after closure vote Mastodon tooth fossil discovered in San Francisco Bay Area Shell Fuel Rewards advertisement Greenies dental treats advertisement
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