5pm ET, October 06 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
Cornell University appointed former Acting AG Sally Yates to investigate its handling of sexual assault reports, including a gang-rape allegation. Meanwhile, the US withdrew bombers from a UK base due to fears of an Iranian drone attack. A new poll shows Democrats hold a significant trust advantage over Republicans on healthcare costs ahead of midterms. The episode also covers the death of televangelist Jim Bakker, Trump’s use of taxpayer funds for MAGA ads, and Connecticut’s advice on building electric doormats to deter bears.
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Cornell University appoints Sally Yates to lead sexual assault review
US military withdraws bombers from UK base due to Iranian drone threat
Poll shows Democrats lead on voter trust for health care costs
US stock market hits all-time high
Trump pledges to use MAGA funds for taxpayer-funded ad campaign
Former televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86
Connecticut officials advise building electrified mats to deter bears
Sponsor: Thumbtack
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