NPR News: 09-04-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
Vice President J.D. Vance stated the U.S. is not at war with Iran and is investigating a strike that killed five at a wedding. Fox News has ousted veteran anchor Maria Bartiromo following her involvement in election fraud defamation lawsuits. The Trump administration is appealing to the Supreme Court to advance mail ballot restrictions, while OpenAI launches its new GPT-6 model amid concerns over previous AI safety incidents. The episode also covers Missouri's redistricting appeal, an LSU eligibility ruling, and a feature on the Colorado Peaches senior softball team.
Topics discussed
Vance on Iran conflict and wedding strike investigation
Maria Bartiromo ousted from Fox News after 12 years
Trump administration appeals mail ballot restrictions
OpenAI launches new model Astra after security incident
Missouri AG appeals ruling on House district map
Judge clears way for LSU to include former NFL players
Colorado Peaches softball team celebrates 35th anniversary
Promo for NPR's Shortwave science podcast
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