NPR News: 09-21-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the White House banning CNN, Politico, and MSNOW, prompting lawsuits and First Amendment concerns. The report also details a tanker attack in the Strait of Hormuz amid the U.S.-Iran conflict, which has driven diesel prices to record highs. Additionally, the segment features a Chicago Fed president warning that higher unemployment may be necessary to combat inflation, contrasting with the Fed Chair's views. Finally, researchers present findings on a 28% decline in daily spoken words over 14 years, highlighting the erosion of social connection in the digital age.
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Sponsor: Charles Schwab
White House TV pool suspends coverage after media bans
CNN, Politico, and MSNOW sue over credential revocation
First Amendment analysis of press access restrictions
UK tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz
Iranian attacks on commercial oil tankers
Diesel prices hit record high due to war
Rising gasoline prices and economic impact
Fed Chicago president warns of higher unemployment
Contrasting views on Fed rate hikes and labor market
Study finds significant drop in daily spoken words
Impact of reduced conversation on social connection
Sponsor: Angie.com
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