NPR News: 08-18-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers Jared Kushner’s diplomatic efforts in Gaza, including meetings with Netanyahu and Hamas. It reports on Republican primaries in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming, highlighting out-of-state candidates. The broadcast also details the indefinite postponement of Luigi Mangione’s state trial and an ethics investigation into Rep. Jimmy Gomez. Finally, it examines rising unemployment among recent college graduates and the potential impact of AI.
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Kushner's Gaza peace plan and meetings with Netanyahu
GOP primary in Florida's 19th district and carpetbagging
Luigi Mangione trial postponed after federal guilty plea
Rep. Jimmy Gomez investigated for sexual misconduct
Recent grads struggle with entry-level jobs and AI impact
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