1pm ET, October 07 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump returns to Texas as Senate candidate Ken Paxton faces criticism over low approval ratings. Tropical Storm Isaias strengthens into the season's first hurricane, prompting emergency declarations in Florida. Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 21 people, including children, on Putin's birthday. New federal data reveals a significant racial gap between the U.S. teaching workforce and student population. Additionally, Germany's former spy chief faces espionage charges for allegedly sharing classified information with foreign agencies.
Topics discussed
Trump campaign event in Texas and Ken Paxton poll leaks
Paxton vs. Tallarico: Election dynamics and policy differences
Tropical Storm Isaias strengthens into first hurricane
Florida emergency declaration and El Nino impact on season
Russian drone strikes on Ukraine kill 21 on Putin's birthday
Ukraine's struggle with new Russian jet-powered drones
Federal survey reveals lack of diversity in US teaching workforce
Preschool enrollment rebounding post-pandemic
Former German spy chief charged with espionage and treason
Promotion for NPR LifeKit podcast on mental health
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