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Oct 7, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News Now covers President Trump’s visit to San Antonio amid low Latino approval ratings and Secretary Rubio’s speech urging Europe to defend Western civilization. The report also details a proposed $70,000 fee for international students, rising support for Medicare for All, and FCC plans to loosen rules on political robocalls. Additionally, it highlights bipartisan calls to enforce new Russia sanctions, a study on shared gut microbes in indigenous populations, and a record-tying number of winless NFL teams.

Topics discussed

Trump's San Antonio visit and Latino voter disapproval Marco Rubio's speech in Athens on Western civilization Proposed $70,000 fee for international student workers Rising support for Medicare for All in new polling FCC considers loosening rules on political robocalls Senators urge administration to enforce Russia sanctions Study on shared ancient microbes in indigenous populations NFL standings: Five teams winless after four games Sponsor message from Designer Shoe Warehouse
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