4am ET, October 13 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s campaign stops and his claims about gas prices, alongside the federal search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home. It also reports on Britain’s attribution of a security incident at a U.S. military base to Iran, the temporary closure of Six Flags roller coasters following a fatality, and the start of Medicare open enrollment amid rising premiums. The broadcast concludes with NASA’s Perseverance rover setting a new record for distance traveled on Mars.
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Trump links gas prices to end of Iran war
Gas prices hit record high; Trump campaign schedule
Search of Ilhan Omar's home and DOJ response
Omar's reaction and immigration fraud allegations
UK blames Iran for security incident at RAF base
Six Flags closures and Medicare open enrollment start
Medicare premium increases and plan comparison tools
Medicare enrollment windows and assistance programs
NASA Perseverance rover sets distance record
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