NPR News: 09-02-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
The Trump administration is expanding control over Venezuela’s oil reserves and mandating states report unauthorized immigrants, reversing prior legal guidance. A UN report warns the world is near a dangerous climate threshold, requiring zero fossil fuel emissions. Additionally, a Gallup poll reveals record-high perceptions of U.S. government corruption, while schools in the Democratic Republic of Congo remain open despite a severe Ebola outbreak.
Topics discussed
Trump administration secures Venezuela oil deal
New policy requires states to report illegal immigrants
UN warns world is close to climate change threshold
Gallup poll shows record high in perceived government corruption
Congo keeps schools open despite Ebola outbreak
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