NPR News: 09-21-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
President Trump heads to New York for the UN General Assembly amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, while also meeting with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Three media organizations are suing the White House over press access restrictions, and Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces political fallout after his coalition suffered historic election losses. Additionally, the report covers an ICE agent shooting in Texas, rising gas prices due to the Iran war, and food safety tips for produce.
Topics discussed
Trump's UN visit overshadowed by Iran conflict
Trump meets NYC Mayor Mamdani at Gracie Mansion
Media organizations sue government over White House ban
German coalition faces election setbacks and far-right gains
ICE agent shoots Hispanic motorist in Texas
Iran war drives up global oil and gas prices
Food safety tips for farmers market produce
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