NPR News: 09-28-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
President Trump announced a $15 billion steel mill in Iowa, while Supreme Court Justice Alito recused himself from a climate case. SpaceX’s Starship reached orbit for the first time before an early splashdown, and the US revoked visas for 27 Latin American officials. Additionally, the Cleveland Orchestra strike ended, a young British chess champion made history, and a construction firm agreed to a $35 million settlement for underpaid workers.
Topics discussed
Trump announces new steel mill in Iowa
Justice Alito recuses from climate change case
SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for first time
US stocks pull back from record highs
Visas revoked for 27 Latin American officials
Cleveland Orchestra strike ends
Britain's youngest female chess champion crowned
US consulate construction worker wage settlement
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