NPR News: 09-21-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
Three major news outlets are suing President Trump over a White House press ban, prompting a TV network boycott of his helipad ribbon-cutting ceremony. The episode also covers UK military support for Saudi Arabia, Brazil’s President Lula warning against US election interference at the UN, and growing bipartisan opposition to data center construction in the US. Additionally, a new lawsuit alleges major AI companies illegally colluded to slow development, while lighter segments feature Alaska’s Fat Bear Week and a Wendy’s franchisee filing for bankruptcy.
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Major news outlets sue Trump over White House ban
UK military support for Saudi Arabia and Iran warnings
Brazilian President Lula warns against US election meddling
Poll: Americans oppose new data center construction
Lawsuit alleges AI companies agreed to slow development
Fat Bear Week competition in Alaska's Katmai National Park
Wendy's largest franchisee files for bankruptcy
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