2am ET, October 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump signed an executive order to lower diesel fuel costs during a campaign rally in Nebraska, aiming to aid farmers ahead of the midterms. The episode also covers the U.S. Supreme Court’s new term, noting a surge in emergency appeals and key cases on immigration and climate. In Canada, a separatist party won a minority government in Quebec, promising a sovereignty referendum. Additionally, Trump approved a firing squad execution for a 2009 Fort Hood shooter, while Minnesota’s gubernatorial candidates, both cancer survivors, pledged to prioritize cancer care and prevention.
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Sponsor: Charles Schwab
Trump signs executive order to lower diesel costs
Supreme Court new term and emergency appeals
Quebec election results and sovereignty plans
Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter
Minnesota gubernatorial candidates prioritize cancer care
Sponsor: Cure Alzheimer's Fund
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