9am ET, October 24 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s and Barack Obama’s midterm campaign efforts, highlighting independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana. The report also details historic flooding in New Mexico, where National Guard helicopters rescued stranded residents, and mixed Wall Street results driven by rising oil prices and AI spending concerns. Additionally, the episode addresses a deadly shooting in Jordan that prompted a national mourning period and ongoing military searches in Hebron following attacks on Israeli soldiers.
Topics discussed
Introduction and midterm election campaign updates
Independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana races
Historic flooding and helicopter rescues in New Mexico
Stock market weekly review: oil prices and AI concerns
Church shooting in Jordan and interfaith mourning
Military search and road closures in Hebron, West Bank
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