NPR News: 09-16-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
Congress sent a Russia sanctions bill to President Trump, while the House voted to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt for defying Epstein probe subpoenas. Markets fell after the Fed raised interest rates to combat inflation, and the Trump administration plans to deliver 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. Additionally, fencing went up at the Kennedy Center following a board vote to close it for repairs, and the Latin Grammys highlighted a surge in folkloric music among album nominees.
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Congress sends Russia sanctions bill to Trump
Debate over tariff loopholes in sanctions bill
House votes to hold Leon Black in contempt
Black's legal response and DOJ next steps
Kennedy Center closure and naming dispute
Stocks fall after Fed raises interest rates
Fed outlook on inflation and future hikes
US plans to deliver bombs to Israel
Latin Grammy nominations and folk music trend
Japan's aging population and demographic decline
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