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Oct 20, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump links French riots to US election stakes while campaigning in Kansas, where Senator Roger Marshall faces a tight race. The segment also covers the extension of Temporary Protected Status for Ukrainians and Sudanese, the resumption of commercial goods in Gaza after a merchant strike, and Alberta voters rejecting a referendum on Canadian independence. Additionally, the report details a plea deal for the Boulder attack suspect and announces the MLB World Series matchup between the Rays and Brewers.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Capital One Saver Card Trump campaign in Kansas and France protests Extension of TPS for Ukraine and Sudan Commercial goods and food prices in Gaza Alberta referendum rejects independence Boulder attacker reaches federal plea deal MLB World Series and WNBA Finals updates Sponsor: HomeServe protection plans
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