NPR News: 09-02-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
President Trump faces pressure to lower gas prices ahead of midterms, with reports on Venezuela's oil recovery and domestic production meetings. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the AI boom's economic impact, while Ukrainian President Zelensky warns that Russian airspace is becoming unsafe due to drone activity. The episode also covers missing Americans in Nepal, a new study on adult smartphone addiction, and Tiger Woods' court appearance regarding a DUI case.
Topics discussed
Pressure on Trump to lower gas prices via Venezuela
Treasury Secretary Bessent on AI's economic impact
AI startup boom and public skepticism
Zelensky warns Russian airspace unsafe due to drones
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Americans missing after Nepal and Tibet floods
Study finds adults struggle with smartphone overuse
Tiger Woods pleads guilty in Florida DUI case
Planet Money: Mark Cuban on Medicare for All costs
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