Powerful storms hit the US, Supreme Court Rejects Missouri Maps, Mortgage Rates Rise
Summary
Hawaii braces for Hurricane Nolo as a powerful nor'easter threatens the East Coast, with experts linking the unusual Pacific storm activity to a strong El Nino. The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Missouri's new congressional map, preserving Democratic incumbent Emanuel Cleaver's seat and reducing the GOP's redistricting advantage. Additionally, NPR reports that average 30-year mortgage rates have climbed above 7%, driven by rising 10-year Treasury yields and persistent inflation, which is further squeezing the housing market.
Topics discussed
Intro: Storms, Supreme Court ruling, and mortgage rates
Sponsor segments: Midi Health and The Conservation Fund
Nor'easter impacts: Flooding, winds, and power outages
El Niño's role in Pacific hurricanes and Hawaii flooding
Hurricane Polo's rapid intensification and Atlantic calm
Potential link between El Niño and the Nor'easter
Supreme Court rejects Missouri's new congressional map
National redistricting implications and primary map confusion
Election logistics and relief for Missouri voters
Mortgage rates climb above 7% and housing market slump
Impact on sellers and the 'stuck' homeowner phenomenon
Treasury yields, Fed policy, and cost of living pressures
Credits and preview of Sunday's story on clergy candidates
Sponsor segments: Conservation Fund and MS Now membership
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