NPR News: 08-24-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers Canada’s plan to retaliate against new U.S. tariffs, escalating tensions in the Middle East with China urging negotiations, and storm recovery efforts in Gary, Indiana. The episode also reports on Israeli election dynamics regarding a Palestinian state and a federal judge striking down a Trump administration visa ban on 75 countries.
Topics discussed
Canada retaliates against Trump's 50% tariffs
Rising U.S. tariffs and Supreme Court refunds
China calls for de-escalation in Iran conflict
Storm recovery efforts in Gary, Indiana
Israeli election and Palestinian state debate
Judge strikes down Trump admin visa ban
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