NPR News: 10-02-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
New York Attorney General Letitia James is leading a criminal investigation into a Cornell University gang rape, while Governor Hochul pushes to close legal loopholes regarding victim intoxication. The episode also covers a slower-than-expected September jobs report, G7 nations releasing 100 million barrels of oil to curb prices, and the departure of NFL analyst Tony Ramos. Additionally, it details the botched execution of Tennessee inmate Krista Pike, Iowa lawmakers debating tax incentives for a new steel plant, and Amazon’s $1 billion pledge to support data center communities.
Topics discussed
NY AG investigates alleged gang rape at Cornell
Labor report: Hiring slows, unemployment rises
G7 nations agree to release oil reserves
Tony Romo departs CBS Sports
Tennessee inmate survives botched execution
Iowa special session on steel plant tax incentives
Amazon pledges $1B to data center communities
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