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Oct 20, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Ukraine urgently requests U.S. Patriot missiles, but transfers are stalled at the Pentagon. A Montana House race is now a toss-up as a populist Democrat challenges a Trump stronghold. Albertans voted overwhelmingly to remain in Canada in a non-binding referendum. The Trump administration launches a federal education voucher program, prompting mixed reactions from governors. Finally, a nor'easter brings coastal flooding and rough surf to the East Coast.

Topics discussed

Ukraine's urgent need for Patriot missiles stuck at Pentagon Montana House race and Democrat strategy in swing district Alberta referendum results and market update Federal education voucher program and state opt-ins Nor'easter weather forecast for the East Coast Promo for Up First midterm coverage
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