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NPR News: 10-02-2026 1PM EDT

Oct 2, 2026 · 4m

Summary

G7 leaders agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil to stabilize energy prices amid US export threats. New York Attorney General Letitia James is taking over the investigation into a Cornell University fraternity rape case. The US administration began mailing $500 checks to eligible ACA insurance buyers, while September job growth slowed to 29,000. Additionally, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned against Western escalation and rejected US proposals to halt strikes on energy infrastructure.

Topics discussed

G7 leaders coordinate release of 100 million barrels of oil NY AG Letitia James to oversee Cornell fraternity rape investigation ACA marketplace customers receive $500 checks from Trump admin US economy adds 29,000 jobs in September, unemployment rises Putin warns West against escalation and rejects US peace proposals Pentagon opens new Office of Religious Affairs
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