NPR News: 09-30-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
The FTC has launched an investigation into OpenAI and Anthropic over consumer risks from autonomous AI agents. The Justice Department filed a misconduct complaint against Minnesota federal judges, alleging bias in their public comments on the immigration crackdown. Meanwhile, Dr. Nicole Saphire advanced toward confirmation as surgeon general, and experts debate if federal interference will suppress or boost midterm voter turnout. The segment also covers heavy tropical rain in the US, the Senate's failure to pass a data center energy bill, and the rise in hybrid car sales following the end o…
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FTC investigates AI companies over consumer risks
DOJ files misconduct complaint against Minnesota judges
Surgeon General nominee advances in Senate
Voter concerns and turnout predictions for midterms
Weather: Tropical rain and hurricane updates
Senate fails to advance data center energy bill
Impact of EV tax credit expiration on car sales
Auction of high-value impressionist artworks
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