NPR News: 09-21-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
Authorities are demanding an independent investigation after a federal immigration agent shot a man in Austin, Texas. Meanwhile, President Trump faces growing Republican opposition over the Iran war and slipping support among Hispanic voters. He also announced plans to create an "AI force" to oversee technology development, a move that surprised industry insiders. Additionally, the report covers Tropical Storm Polo, children returning to makeshift schools in Gaza, Russia's parliamentary elections, and suspects in the killing of Haiti's president being sent to the U.S. for trial.
Topics discussed
Federal immigration agent shoots man in Austin, TX
Republican revolts over Iran war and immigration
Trump vows to create an AI force and appoint AI czar
Tropical Storm Polo forms off southwestern Mexico
Children in Gaza return to makeshift classrooms
Russia holds first parliamentary election since Ukraine invasion
Suspects in Haiti president's killing sent to US for trial
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