NPR News: 08-22-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers new 50% U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods following failed trade talks, prompting promised retaliation. The broadcast reports on Trump’s endorsement of Darlene Graham in South Carolina and a U.S. Navy aircraft transit through the Taiwan Strait. Additionally, it details deadly Russian strikes in Ukraine, a reduced defamation payout for Alex Jones, and testimony at the Meta trial regarding child safety.
Topics discussed
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US imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
Trump endorses Darlene Graham in SC Senate race
US Navy aircraft flies through Taiwan Strait
Russian drone strikes kill in Ukraine
Alex Jones Sandy Hook damages reduced
Meta trial: profits prioritized over child safety
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