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Nov 7, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers the push by Democrats to cut off funding for the war in Iran, alongside the closely contested Senate races in Alaska and Mississippi. The episode also reports on major tech companies challenging a new California law restricting social media features for minors, as well as the New Zealand general election focused on economic issues. Additionally, the segment details the arrest of a Venezuelan man near the White House who allegedly threatened President Trump.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Here There Are Blueberries and show intro Democrats plan to defund Iran war via appropriations Alaska and Mississippi Senate races too close to call Tech companies challenge California social media law New Zealand general election and economic issues Man arrested near White House with weapons
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