NPR News: 09-25-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping held a state dinner despite ongoing trade tensions and protests, while journalists were denied access. Republicans are distancing themselves from Trump ahead of midterms, with candidates calling for an end to the Iran conflict. Netanyahu dismissed genocide allegations at the UN, and a natural gas explosion in Athens injured two. Additionally, a nor’easter threatens the East Coast, New York sues Polymarket, and Starbucks plans to close 250 underperforming stores.
Topics discussed
Trump and Xi state visit: No breakthroughs reported
White House state dinner and press access disputes
GOP candidates distancing from Trump ahead of midterms
Voter sentiment: Plurality voting against Trump
Netanyahu's UN speech on Gaza and 'genocide' claims
Explosion near Athens Acropolis under investigation
Nor'easter storm warnings for the US East Coast
New York sues Polymarket over illegal gambling claims
Starbucks to close 250 underperforming locations
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