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NPR News: 09-23-2026 3AM EDT

Sep 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump warned Iran of potential destruction while confirming recent diplomatic talks, as the UN urged de-escalation amid Red Sea threats. The episode also covers a lawsuit regarding a Venezuelan man shot by a federal officer, a former Forest Service head criticizing the agency's controversial reorganization, and a grand jury's decision not to charge officers in the death of a Mississippi student. Additionally, the Supreme Court denied an appeal in a multistate custody battle over a newborn, and Hurricane Polo intensified to a Category 5 storm near Mexico.

Topics discussed

Trump's UN address and Iran tensions Venezuelan man shot by federal officer in Texas Former Forest Service head criticizes reorganization Grand jury declines charges in Nolan Wells death Supreme Court denies intervention in custody battle Hurricane Polo gains strength near Mexico coast
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