NPR News: 09-29-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers a lawsuit against Cornell University over alleged rape cases, with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discussing the need for congressional action on campus safety. It also reports on the Trump administration’s launch of a new AI-powered government tool and its stance against AI regulation. Additionally, the segment features former special counsel Jack Smith defending his criminal cases against President Trump before the Senate. The news concludes with updates on a Venezuelan man charged after being shot by an immigration officer in Texas and the early implementation of Medicaid…
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Cornell University sexual assault investigation reopened
Details on Cornell lawsuit and disciplinary actions
Sen. Gillibrand on campus safety legislation
Trump administration launches AI-powered government tool
AI tool details and executive order on federal services
Jack Smith defends criminal cases against Trump
Venezuelan man charged after shooting in Austin
Montana implements new Medicaid work requirements
Confusion over Medicaid compliance deadlines in Montana
State officials address Medicaid rollout concerns
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