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Nov 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers the aftermath of the midterm elections, detailing Democrats' expanded control of Congress and key state governments. The report also highlights a planned strike by Portland city workers, Gadi Eisenkot's efforts to form a new Israeli government, and upcoming peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Additionally, the episode discusses the Department of Justice's lawsuit against Penn State over its tuition policy for undocumented students and anticipates the release of new consumer price data.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Charles Schwab Midterm election results and congressional control Portland city workers prepare for strike Israel: Gadi Eisenkot tapped to form government Ukraine peace talks scheduled in Abu Dhabi DOJ sues Penn State over undocumented student tuition Upcoming consumer price report preview Sponsor: Integrative Therapeutics
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