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Oct 21, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers Ukraine's urgent need for Patriot missiles currently stalled at the Pentagon, alongside early voting in Texas where Republicans back Ken Paxton over James Tallarico. The report also details General Motors' profit rise despite falling EV sales after the federal tax credit expired, and notes a strong U.S. stock market.

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Sponsor: Here There Are Blueberries play NPR News Now introduction Ukraine Patriot missile transfer delays Texas Senate race: Paxton vs. Tallarico GM Q3 profits up, EV sales down Stock market rises on strong earnings Florida executes 77-year-old inmate Utah sues prediction market Kalshi Lawsuits against Chicago delivery robots Sponsor: Jerry car insurance app
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