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Oct 21, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump campaigns in North Carolina ahead of midterms, while the Trump administration launches a new federal education voucher program facing mixed reactions from governors. Nigeria confirms its first Ebola case in Abuja as the outbreak spreads geographically. In Florida, the state carries out its 18th execution of the year, while Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commutes a death sentence to life in prison. Finally, the NFL announces heightened security for a game in Paris following recent protests.

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Sponsor: Angie.com and show introduction Trump campaigns in North Carolina for Senate race Federal education voucher program rollout Nigeria confirms first Ebola case in Abuja Florida carries out 18th execution of the year Alabama governor commutes death sentence to life NFL heightens security for game in Paris Sponsor: Angie.com
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