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NPR News Now reports that Democrats hold an eight-point lead in the latest congressional poll, driven by high voter enthusiasm and a desire to vote against President Trump. The episode also covers the timber industry's pushback against overturning the 2001 roadless rule, which would open 44 million acres of national forests to development. Additionally, a U.S. intelligence agency released a photo of a Chinese space plane, highlighting rapid advancements in space weapons by China and Russia. Other stories include a slight rebound in American economic confidence, Cornell University's review o…
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Midterm election polls show Democratic momentum
Timber industry pushes back on roadless rule changes
US intelligence reveals photo of Chinese space plane
Consumer confidence rebounds as gas prices fall
Cornell reviews housing for suspended student
France announces education reforms amid student protests
Villanova University deepens ties to Vatican
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