NPR News: 09-16-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
The House passed a war powers resolution to limit presidential authority in the Iran conflict, while the Kennedy Center board voted to shut down the complex following a legal ruling against naming it after President Trump. Senate committees reviewed HHS nominees, including a new pick for surgeon general, as the EU invited Canada to become its first associate member to reduce reliance on the US. Additionally, FBI Director Kash Patel suggested sending federal agents to polling places, and the Federal Reserve is expected to raise short-term interest rates due to persistent inflation.
Topics discussed
House passes war powers resolution limiting Iran war
Kennedy Center board votes to shut down complex
Senate confirms HHS nominees including Surgeon General
EU invites Canada to become first associate member
FBI Director testimony and DOJ stance on voting rules
Federal Reserve expected to raise interest rates
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