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NPR News: 09-07-2026 7AM EDT

Sep 7, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers the NTSB investigation into a deadly Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami, with experts analyzing weather and approach factors. It also details President Trump’s plan to spend over $400 million from his super PAC to support GOP candidates in the upcoming midterms. Additionally, the show reports on Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s South American tour to address narco-terrorism and trade, a look at Hollywood’s diverse fall film slate following a record summer, and record-high gas prices driven by geopolitical disruptions.

Topics discussed

Sponsor message from Angie NTSB investigates Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami Trump's Super PAC spending for GOP midterm candidates Secretary of State Rubio's South America trip Hollywood's fall and winter movie lineup Gas prices hit record high for Labor Day Wall Street holiday closure and sign-off
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