4am ET, October 13 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s campaign rallies and his claims regarding gas prices, alongside the federal search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home amid immigration fraud allegations. The broadcast also reports on British Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s attribution of a security incident at a U.S. military base to Iran, prompting new sanctions. Additionally, the segment notes Six Flags closing nine roller coasters following a fatal accident, the start of Medicare open enrollment with rising premiums, and NASA’s Perseverance rover setting a new record for distance traveled on Mars.
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Trump promises gas prices will drop after Iran war
Gas prices hit record high; Trump campaign schedule
Federal agents search Ilhan Omar's home
Omar responds to search; UK links incident to Iran
UK sanctions Iranian nationals over base security threat
NPR News transition
Six Flags closes coasters; Medicare open enrollment begins
Medicare premiums rise; advice for plan selection
Medicare enrollment windows; Perseverance rover record
Perseverance rover breaks distance record on Mars
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