NPR News: 09-15-2026 9PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers a Washington D.C. debate on AI regulation, the U.S. military's first public confirmation of space-based weapons, and a fourth measles death in Pennsylvania. The broadcast also reports on Senate Democrats blocking crypto legislation, Texas quarterback Arch Manning's apology for an AI-generated video, and four supporting acts quitting Ed Sheeran's tour following Macklemore's removal.
Topics discussed
Washington debate on AI risks and regulation
US confirms deployment of space-based weapons
Pennsylvania reports fourth measles-related death
Stocks slip and Senate blocks crypto bill
Arch Manning apology and Ed Sheeran tour changes
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