NPR News: 09-09-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
US-Iran tensions escalate after the US military destroys five Iranian oil carriers, prompting Iranian retaliation against ships in the Strait of Hormuz. In Missouri, conflicting court orders create confusion over which congressional map to use for upcoming elections. A federal appeals court hears arguments in a case that could restrict nationwide telehealth abortion access. Additionally, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III announces his resignation amid political criticism, while Ben Shelton makes history by becoming the first American man to reach the US Open final since 2000.
Topics discussed
US and Iran military conflict in the Middle East
Missouri congressional redistricting legal chaos
Telehealth abortion access case in the 5th Circuit
Rhode Island primary elections and gubernatorial race
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch resigns
US Open: Ben Shelton beats Alcaraz in record match
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