NPR News: 09-23-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
This episode examines the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll showing 53% of voters favor Democrats in midterms, largely as a protest against President Trump. It covers legal battles by CNN, MSNOW, and Politico to regain White House press access and the escalating US-Iran conflict, which has driven fuel prices to record highs. Additionally, the report details China’s President Xi Jinping’s arrival for high-stakes talks with Trump and a new study revealing that alcohol consumption has declined among younger Americans while rising for older generations. The segment concludes with news that Harvey…
Topics discussed
NPR/PBS poll on Trump's impact on midterm elections
News outlets sue to regain White House press access
Trump's low approval ratings and threats to Iran
Xi Jinping arrives in US for meetings with Trump
Study on declining alcohol use among younger generations
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison
Up First podcast promotion and diesel price concerns
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