NPR News: 09-02-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
US and Iranian forces exchange fire as tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz, while G20 leaders meet in Asheville amid criticism of slow Hurricane Helene recovery. In politics, Sen. Ed Markey defeats primary challenger Seth Moulton, and a judge allows the murder trial of Charlie Kirk’s accused killer to proceed. Meanwhile, the jury in the Lindsey Clancy case resumes deliberations, and Tropical Depression Edard causes widespread power outages in Texas.
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US-Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz strikes
G20 meetings in Asheville and Hurricane Helene recovery
Ed Markey wins primary challenge in Massachusetts
Charlie Kirk murder case moves to trial
Lindsey Clancy trial jury deliberations resume
Tropical depression impacts southeast Texas
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