5pm ET, October 20 | The latest headlines from NPR
Summary
President Trump announced a $25 million federal whistleblower program and plans to spend over $400 million on midterm elections, while U.S. officials deny harming Ukraine as early warning systems resume. A New Jersey importer sued to challenge Trump's 50% tariff on Canadian goods, and the EU unveiled a plan to boost its Arctic presence amid melting ice. Additionally, the report covers shifting grocery prices, heightened security for an NFL game in Paris, and efforts to restore oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay.
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Trump announces $25M federal fraud whistleblower program
Zelensky and Rubio discuss early warning systems and aid
Political spending: Trump's MAGA Inc. and Bloomberg
Grocery prices: rising costs and falling egg prices
Lawsuit challenges 50% tariff on Canadian goods
EU unveils plan to boost Arctic presence and security
Efforts to restore oyster populations in Chesapeake Bay
NFL heightens security for game in Paris
Promo: Up First midterm election coverage
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