NPR News: 09-21-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers a shooting by an ICE officer in Austin, Texas, and the call for an independent investigation. It also features the White House defending its hands-off approach to AI development following a CEO's call for a slowdown. The report details a massive drone attack on Moscow and Russian parliamentary elections, alongside German Chancellor Merz's electoral setback. Additionally, the segment notes the extradition of suspects in the killing of Haiti's president, highlights the Toronto Film Festival awards, and marks the death of NFL executive Ernie Accorsi.
Topics discussed
Shooting of man by ICE officer in Austin, Texas
White House defends hands-off AI approach
Ukraine drone attack on Moscow and Russian elections
German Chancellor Merz faces electoral setback
Extradition of suspects in Haitian president's killing
Toronto Film Festival awards and Oscar contenders
Death of longtime NFL executive Ernie Accorsi
Introduction to 'If You Can Keep It' podcast
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