8pm ET, October 21 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump claims he secured the release of Michigan teacher Stephen Hubbard from Russia without concessions, despite recent sanctions waivers. The Supreme Court ordered the Trump administration to continue providing gender-affirming care to federal inmates. A new report reveals that nearly 90% of U.S. school districts have not recovered from pandemic-era learning losses. Additionally, California state workers began a one-day strike over contract disputes, while the Orionids meteor shower reaches its peak visibility.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Capital One Saver Card
Trump supports Sen. Graham in South Carolina race
Trump claims no deal made for Hubbard release
Supreme Court rules on trans inmate care
Report: School districts struggle post-pandemic
State math and reading recovery efforts
California state workers begin one-day strike
Orionids meteor shower peak viewing tips
College basketball doubleheader in Rome
Sponsor: HomeServe protection plans
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