1am ET, October 23 | The latest headlines from NPR
Oct 23, 2026 · 4m
Summary
President Trump defended a controversial ad targeting Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, while France prepares for major security measures amid escalating Yellow Vest protests. The Justice Department indicted Virginia Senator Louise Lucas on racketeering charges, and a federal judge ordered Trump to sit for a deposition in his BBC defamation lawsuit. Additionally, a Nicaraguan man was mistakenly deported to the Central African Republic, prompting his lawyers to seek his return to Minnesota.
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Trump urges Ohio GOP to keep controversial ad
Context on Amy Acton's mother and custody
France prepares security for Yellow Vest protests
Steelers cancel Paris event due to security
Virginia Democrat indicted on drug charges
Judge orders Trump deposition in BBC suit
Nicaraguan man deported to Central Africa
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