NPR News: 08-26-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
Meta faces a potential $17 billion settlement to address child safety concerns on its platforms. Meanwhile, President Trump downplayed CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s recent trip to Russia amid stalled Ukraine peace efforts. Iran proposed a temporary framework to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while a Texas judge considers extraditing an ICE agent accused of shooting a migrant in Minnesota. Additionally, the Trump administration approved a drought disaster declaration for Puerto Rico.
Topics discussed
Meta settles with states over social media risks to children
Trump confirms CIA Director's trip to Russia amid Ukraine war
Iran proposes temporary reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Legal battle over extradition of ICE agent in Minnesota shooting
Trump administration approves drought disaster declaration for Puerto Rico
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