NPR News: 09-11-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
At the Republican midterm convention, VP Vance honored the late Charlie Kirk while President Trump urged voters to support GOP candidates. In Michigan, focus groups reveal swing voters’ concerns over rising prices due to escalating tariffs on Canada. Additionally, AI company Anthropic detailed its efforts to disrupt malicious use of its model for bioweapons, while a researcher resigned over safety concerns. The episode also features a story on "Sing for Hope," which places pianos in public spaces to foster community, and brief updates on Asian markets and the 49ers' win in Australia.
Topics discussed
JD Vance tribute to Charlie Kirk at RNC
Trump urges GOP voters to vote in midterms
Michigan swing voters worry about tariff prices
Anthropic report on disrupting AI threat actors
Anthropic researcher resigns over AI concerns
Piano in transit hub honors 9/11 responders
Sing for Hope organization and community arts
Markets drop and 49ers win in Australia
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