NPR News: 08-16-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
Attorney General Todd Blanche refuses to pledge independence from the White House, asserting he will act with integrity under President Trump. Severe flooding forces evacuations in Indiana, while federal aid is approved for the disaster. In international news, the death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday sparks debate in the UK, and an earthquake in Indonesia kills at least 53. Finally, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez addresses criticism regarding her decision to freeze her eggs.
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AG Blanche on independence and anti-weaponization fund
Severe flooding and evacuations in Indiana
Death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake in eastern Indonesia
AOC on egg freezing and Republican criticism
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