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NPR News: 09-23-2026 2AM EDT

Sep 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump addressed the UN General Assembly, defending his Iran war and economic agenda despite falling approval ratings. Meanwhile, the family of Nolan Wells pushes back after a grand jury found no criminal conduct in his death. Families of individuals killed by immigration officers testified before Congress, demanding thorough investigations. Additionally, Vice President Vance announced plans to remove 760,000 ACA enrollees, and scientists discovered a new heat-resistant amoeba species in California.

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Sponsor: Thumbtack home services Trump defends Iran war and economy at UN Grand jury declines charges in Nolan Wells death Families of ICE victims testify to Congress Vance plans to remove 760k ACA enrollees Court hearing on CNN and Politico White House ban Discovery of heat-resistant 'fire amoeba' Sponsor: Charles Schwab Financial Decoder
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