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NPR News: 08-28-2026 7PM EDT

Aug 28, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR covers Meta’s new child safety rules, with teens predicting they will find workarounds. A federal judge again rejected Trump’s bid to move his hush money case to federal court. Fed Chair Powell signaled potential rate hikes as inflation remains high. Berea College expands its debt-free model to cover housing and meals. Tennessee proposes renaming Nashville’s airport after Dolly Parton.

Topics discussed

Meta's new child safety rules and teen reactions Judge rejects Trump's attempt to move hush money case Fed Chair signals potential interest rate hikes Berea College expands debt-free coverage to housing Proposal to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton NPR Politics podcast promo for midterm coverage
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