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Nov 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers a potential federal government shutdown and an upcoming vote to impeach the Secretary of Defense. It reports on a deadly shooting in Krakow, Poland, linked to far-right ideology, and the failure of a new experimental drug to reduce heart attack risks. Additionally, the segment discusses a U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, Colorado voters approving a graduated income tax, and Pope Leo's tour of South America.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Charles Schwab and NPR News Now intro Government shutdown risk and DoS impeachment vote Shooting in Krakow, Poland leaves six dead Experimental heart drug fails in major clinical trial US Navy disables ship in Strait of Hormuz Colorado voters approve graduated income tax Pope Leo begins 12-day tour of South America Sponsor: Allianz Travel Insurance
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