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Oct 26, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers the DOJ’s third set of charges against former FBI Director James Comey and a federal judge’s order to reinstate his fired daughter, Maureen. It also examines how mid-decade redistricting has failed to secure Republican advantages in upcoming midterms and reports that AI giant Anthropic is preparing for a massive IPO. Additional stories include France’s plan to replace its university admissions platform, Maryland and Virginia schools serving invasive blue catfish to control populations, and a rare "sports equinox" featuring five major pro leagues playing simu…

Topics discussed

Introduction to NPR News Now DOJ charges former FBI Director James Comey Judge orders reinstatement of Maureen Comey Midterm redistricting fails to favor Republicans Anthropic files for initial public offering S&P 500 market update and earnings preview France to replace online university admissions platform Blue catfish served in Maryland and Virginia schools Sports equinox: Five pro leagues playing simultaneously Promotion for NPR Politics Podcast
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