NPR News: 09-06-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval for a USPS plan restricting mail-in voting, while the House compels Oracle’s Larry Ellison to testify about a $17 billion VA health record overrun. Additionally, US strikes on Iranian oil tankers have driven diesel prices to record highs, impacting global markets. The episode also covers a far-right victory in Germany, new lung cancer treatments, and the rise of ostrich meat as an alternative for those with red meat allergies.
Topics discussed
Supreme Court weighs USPS mail-in voting restrictions
Oracle VA health records project over budget and subpoenaed
US strikes Iranian tankers; diesel prices hit record high
New lung cancer treatments improve survival rates
Ostrich meat as alternative for red meat allergy sufferers
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