NPR News: 09-23-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
A federal judge ordered the White House to restore press passes for banned journalists, while Iran's president called for diplomacy amid tensions. President Trump is set to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a state visit focused on trade and AI. A new poll shows 53% of voters support Democrats in midterms, largely as opposition to Trump. Additionally, a $2.45 billion plan for Gaza reconstruction was proposed, and MLB teams are on track to set a record as division champions with losing records.
Topics discussed
Judge orders restoration of press passes for CNN, MS Now, Politico
Iran's President Pezeshkian addresses U.N. General Assembly
Xi Jinping arrives in D.C. for state visit and talks with Trump
Poll shows majority of voters back Democrats in midterms
Stock indexes sink on report of rising business costs
Board of Peace proposes $2.45B plan for Gaza reconstruction
Evangelical leaders urge administration to resume refugee resettlement
AL West teams tied for first with losing records
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