NPR News: 09-16-2026 7PM EDT
Summary
The House passed sanctions targeting Russia’s economy, while the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to combat inflation. The Trump administration is encouraging U.S. oil companies to invest in Venezuela, and a record number of lawmakers are retiring or facing competitive races. Additionally, Mark Zuckerberg defended AI safety efforts, and the literary world mourned the passing of author Annie Dillard.
Topics discussed
House passes sanctions targeting Russian economy
Federal Reserve raises benchmark interest rate
Trump administration encourages oil investment in Venezuela
Record number of congressional retirements and resignations
US stock market slips slightly
Mark Zuckerberg on AI safety and liability
Remembrance of Pulitzer Prize winner Annie Dillard
Scientists discover massive new crater on the Moon
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