NPR News: 09-10-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
President Trump promised a $5,000 dividend to all adults if Republicans retain Congress, a claim experts question as polls suggest a likely GOP loss. The episode also covers a memorial for Charlie Kirk in Utah, Maine’s governor detailing the economic damage from Canada tariffs, and Rhode Island’s primary results. Additionally, it reports on the resignation of the special education office leader amid the dismantling of the Department of Education and the Poetry Foundation’s latest awards.
Topics discussed
Trump promises $5,000 dividend if GOP wins midterms
Political hurdles and polling on GOP midterm prospects
Charlie Kirk memorial event at Utah Valley University
Impact of tariffs on Maine and trade war with Canada
Rhode Island primary results and Ed Dept leadership change
Resignation of Special Education Office head
Poetry Foundation awards to Pinsky and Grimes
Promo for Sources and Methods podcast episode
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