NPR News: 08-20-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
President Trump paused planned tariffs on Canada while negotiators seek a deal by Saturday. NPR reports that a Census Bureau study alleging widespread illegal voting by non-citizens is questionable and linked to a Trump-aligned think tank. In Ukraine, missile strikes killed at least twelve in Kiev, though over 100 prisoners were exchanged. Meanwhile, the Justice Department defends the prosecution of James Comey, and China’s Evergrande founder received a life sentence.
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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian imports
Controversy over Census Bureau voting report
Russia strikes Kiev and POW exchange update
DOJ defends prosecution of James Comey
Pilot killed in PA plane-helicopter crash
Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison
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