NPR News: 09-16-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
The CBO reports the Iran war has cost over $38 billion as the House passes a war powers resolution. Defense Secretary Hegseth orders troops to attend a "state of the force" address, while new data reveals high student loan delinquency at for-profit colleges. Additionally, the Fed is expected to hike rates, and a Los Angeles news helicopter crash killed five people.
Topics discussed
CBO estimates Iran war cost at $38B; House passes war powers resolution
Hegseth demands well-groomed troops for Quantico gathering
For-profit colleges show highest student loan delinquency rates
Federal Reserve expected to hike interest rates for first time in 3 years
Pennsylvania reports 4th measles-related death
New maps reveal limited access to low-cost birth control in US
Five killed in LA after news helicopter crashes during bus collision coverage
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