NPR News: 08-31-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the Trump administration's push for international cooperation in pressuring Iran, noting China's refusal to comply. It also features Vice President J.D. Vance's criticism of Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, warnings about Tropical Storm Edouard approaching Texas, and a Supreme Court ruling allowing the White House ballroom construction to proceed. Additionally, the report highlights new research on edible cookies made from plastic waste and President Trump's request for Apple to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America.
Topics discussed
China refuses to join US sanctions on Iran
JD Vance attacks Michigan Senate nominee
Tropical storm threatens Texas with flooding
Wall Street Dow closes down 374 points
Supreme Court allows White House ballroom
Researchers create edible cookies from plastic
Trump asks Apple to rename Lake Ontario
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