NPR News: 09-30-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
Special Counsel Jack Smith defended his Trump prosecutions before the Senate, while the White House announced a voluntary AI safety accord with tech executives. The report also covers a renewed lawsuit over a Cornell University sexual assault case and the push by startups to legalize gene-edited embryos. Additionally, a Venezuelan man shot by ICE faces assault charges, the Education Department extended the deadline for student loan autopay discounts, and Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to become a hurricane.
Topics discussed
Jack Smith defends Trump prosecutions before Senate
Trump unveils voluntary AI accord with tech companies
Cornell University Title IX sexual assault lawsuit
Startups seek approval for gene-edited human embryos
Venezuelan man charged with assault after ICE shooting
Student loan autopay interest rate discount extended
Tropical Storm Rachel and Hurricane Polo updates
Promo for LifeKit podcast on surveillance pricing
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