NPR News: 08-12-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers Tuesday’s primary results, including Wisconsin’s close Democratic gubernatorial race and Senate nominations in Minnesota and Connecticut. It previews upcoming inflation data and discusses the University of Michigan’s new pass-fail policy for freshmen to support student mental health. Additionally, the broadcast reports on a Pennsylvania lawsuit against TikTok, the rise of AI in personal finance, and a federal judge blocking Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions.
Topics discussed
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Midterm primary results: Wisconsin, Minnesota, and more
Inflation data preview and Federal Reserve outlook
University of Michigan eliminates freshman grades
Pennsylvania sues TikTok over child safety claims
Rising use of AI for personal financial advice
Judge blocks Trump's mail-in voting executive order
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