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Oct 12, 2026 · 4m
Summary
Seven senators demand Trump reverse an illegal diesel deal with Russia, while Calci hires an ex-FBI agent to combat money laundering amid rising legal scrutiny. The episode also covers record-breaking September heat driven by El Nino, a federal judge ordering the cancellation of government-funded political ads, and a 71% five-year surge in Halloween candy prices. Finally, the show previews upcoming economic reports on home sales and consumer inflation.
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Senators challenge Trump's diesel deal with Russia
Political impact of high gas prices
Calci hires ex-FBI agent for anti-money laundering
Record-breaking September heat and El Nino
Judge orders cancellation of Trump's TV spots
Rising prices for Halloween candy
Upcoming U.S. economic reports this week
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