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NPR News: 09-25-2026 6PM EDT

Sep 25, 2026 · 4m

Summary

The Supreme Court has revived the SAVE federal data system for voter citizenship checks despite privacy concerns. Record-high diesel prices are squeezing Pacific Northwest loggers as the administration works to cut regulations. The FAFSA form opened early with new features to simplify the process for students. Additionally, a report details security failures surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination, a nor'easter disrupts MLB games, and Pope Leo XIV warns against AI's impact on humanity.

Topics discussed

Supreme Court revives SAVE voter citizenship tool Record diesel prices squeeze Pacific Northwest loggers FAFSA opens early for federal student aid Report on Charlie Kirk assassination security failures Nor'easter disrupts MLB games in Mid-Atlantic Pope Leo XIV warns on AI and nuclear arms in France NPR Politics Podcast: Republican midterm ad strategy
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