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NPR News: 10-02-2026 5PM EDT

Oct 2, 2026 · 4m

Summary

New York Governor Kathy Hochul criticizes police and prosecutors for failing a gang rape victim, appointing the state AG to take over the case. Meanwhile, G7 leaders coordinate a massive oil release to stabilize energy prices amid global pressure. The episode also covers Democrats expanding their midterm map, a lackluster jobs report, a Venezuelan driver shot by a federal agent, an escalating Ebola crisis in Congo, and speculation on this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

Topics discussed

NY Governor Hochul criticizes handling of Cornell rape case G7 leaders coordinate release of 100 million barrels of oil Democrats expand list of winnable congressional districts US employers add 29,000 jobs; unemployment ticks up Venezuelan driver shot by federal agent in Texas Ebola outbreak in DRC kills over 4,000; health workers strike Nobel Peace Prize contenders include ISS and world leaders Sponsor message: CFP Certified Financial Planners
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