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Sep 15, 2026 · 4m

Summary

The Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s push to restrict mail-in ballots, blocking new USPS requirements. A new investigation reveals a sanctioned Russian businessman financed lavish post-wedding parties for Donald Trump Jr. China criticized US AI leaders for calling for a slowdown, while the Kennedy Center faces potential closure due to bankruptcy. Additionally, the segment covers the death of designer Bob Mackie, the Emmy Awards, and a drone shot down near Vilnius.

Topics discussed

Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions Russian businessman funded Trump Jr.'s wedding parties China criticizes US AI leaders calling for slowdown Kennedy Center near bankruptcy and NATO drone shootdown Designer Bob Mackie dies at 87; memories of his work Widow's Bay wins 14 awards at the Emmys Promo for This American Life podcast
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