NPR News: 09-09-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, where President Trump is scheduled to speak amidst a trade war with Canada that has led to new bans on Canadian imports. The report also details a federal judge’s order keeping Andrew and Tristan Tate in jail as they fight extradition to the UK, and discusses the Trump administration’s proposal to exclude non-citizens from 2030 census apportionment. Additionally, the episode highlights Ben Shelton’s historic late-night victory over Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open, securing an American spot in the final.
Topics discussed
Introduction to the Republican Midterm Convention
Details on the convention agenda and Trump's speech
Competition with the NFL season kickoff
US-Canada trade war and new import bans
Canadian response to US trade measures
Tate brothers denied bail in US jail
Extradition process to the UK for the Tates
Proposal to exclude non-citizens from 2030 Census
Political implications of census changes
Ben Shelton's historic US Open victory
Upcoming US Open final and American drought
Promotion for Fresh Air podcast
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