2pm ET, October 29 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump leverages strong economic growth figures to rally support, while a Nebraska farming couple highlights rising costs and skepticism toward GOP candidates. The report also covers Defense Secretary Hegseth firing a top general, a deadly train collision in Spain, and RFK Jr.'s new policy on unapproved peptides. Additionally, the episode details the Milwaukee Brewers' World Series win and DoorDash's $17 billion acquisition of Instacart.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and show introduction
Trump rallies on economic growth and Fed policy
Nebraska farmers face rising costs ahead of election
Pentagon fires Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia over leaks
Spain train crash death toll rises to 69
RFK Jr. allows unapproved peptides in pharmacies
Milwaukee Brewers win World Series
DoorDash acquires Instacart for $17 billion
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