NPR News: 09-01-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s G20 efforts to pressure nations into isolating Iran’s economy, noting China’s rejection of US sanctions. The episode also reports on Vice President JD Vance’s attacks on Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, Tropical Storm Edward’s landfall in Texas, and ongoing search operations at the Grand Canyon following flash floods. Additionally, the show details a new federal lawsuit against Amazon for allegedly manipulating advertising prices and Kalshi’s permanent ban of former Congressman George Santos for suspected insider trading.
Topics discussed
G20 finance ministers and US pressure on Iran
JD Vance attacks Michigan Senate nominee
Tropical Storm Edward hits Texas
Flash flooding at Grand Canyon National Park
FTC sues Amazon over advertising prices
Kalshi bans George Santos for insider trading
Palantir-themed dating event in New York
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