NPR News: 09-16-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
The House approved a war powers resolution to halt the Iran conflict, as new reports reveal the war has cost over $33 billion and damaged US bases. Meanwhile, a Kentucky congressman introduced impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Hegseth for allegedly waging the war illegally. The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates to combat inflation driven by surging fuel prices. In other news, Saudi Arabia shot down a drone targeting Mecca, and several artists dropped Ed Sheeran's tour following the removal of a pro-Palestinian performer.
Topics discussed
House approves war powers resolution on Iran
Reports detail $33B-$38B cost of Iran war
Damage to US military bases in the region
Impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Hegseth
Political implications of the impeachment vote
Investors bet on Federal Reserve rate hike
Inflation trends and war impact on prices
Fed signals seriousness on curbing inflation
Saudi Arabia shoots down drone near Mecca
Musicians drop out of Ed Sheeran tour
Reasons for artists leaving the tour
Corn mazes shaped like Dolly Parton's face
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