NPR News: 08-22-2026 10PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the breakdown of U.S.-Canada trade talks, resulting in 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and planned retaliatory measures. A federal judge struck down a Trump administration visa ban for citizens of 75 countries, ruling it discriminatory. Other stories include President Trump’s involvement in a Washington IndyCar race, rising gas prices, heavy rainfall in Hawaii, and reports on workplace violence against nurses.
Topics discussed
Canada-U.S. trade talks breakdown and tariffs
Judge strikes down Trump admin visa ban
Trump to wave green flag at IndyCar race
Gas prices rise and Hawaii weather updates
Nurses raise alarm over workplace violence
Texas judge denies new trial for stabbing
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