NPR News: 08-18-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
Luigi Mangione’s state murder trial is postponed indefinitely after he pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges, while his defense seeks dismissal of remaining counts. Meanwhile, Jared Kushner negotiates a Gaza peace roadmap with Israel, and the House Ethics Committee investigates Rep. Jimmy Gomez for sexual misconduct. Other stories include a major lawsuit against Meta over youth mental health, inconsistent wildfire safety regulations in the West, and Asian market declines.
Topics discussed
Luigi Mangione's trial postponed indefinitely
Border wall construction on hold in Big Bend
Kushner's Gaza peace plan faces Netanyahu's rejection
House Ethics investigates Rep. Jimmy Gomez
Lawsuit against Meta over youth mental health
Wildfire regulations and vulnerable communities
Asian markets drop after Wall Street slip
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