9am ET, October 16 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
Vice President Vance campaigned in Michigan, sparking a heated exchange with Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed over racial remarks. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia canceled major events following deadly Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport. A shooting at an Oregon elementary school left three children and a teacher dead, with the 16-year-old suspect killed by a bystander. Additionally, new customs rules threaten to restrict Americans' ability to import prescription drugs from Canada.
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Vance campaigns in Michigan for Mike Rogers
Vance's comments on El-Sayed's race and identity
El-Sayed responds and campaigns with Ocasio-Cortez
NPR Report: Rogers' claims and Ocasio-Cortez's 2028 run
Saudi Arabia cancels events after Houthi attacks
Details on cancelled EU-Gulf summit and other events
Economic impact of Houthi conflict on Saudi tourism
Shooting at elementary school in Bend, Oregon
Changes to rules for importing prescription drugs
New rules for importing meds and New England storm
Bryson Fire growth and high wind warnings in California
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