NPR News: 09-06-2026 1PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the first midterm GOP convention in Dallas, noting that President Trump will attend despite some candidates avoiding him due to his unpopularity. The report also highlights record-high diesel prices driving up costs for goods and services. Additionally, it details Tesla's launch of driverless taxis in Austin, which prompted an immediate NHTSA investigation, and reports on escalating Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon that destroyed a hospital and killed civilians. The episode concludes with former coach Nick Saban endorsing a bipartisan bill to regulate college sports.
Topics discussed
GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas and Trump's attendance
Record high diesel prices and impact on goods
Tesla launches driverless taxis in Austin
Israel escalates attacks in South Lebanon
Nick Saban supports college sports regulation bill
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