NPR News: 08-22-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers the Supreme Court allowing the White House ballroom project to proceed despite legal challenges. It details a federal water usage plan for the Colorado River, an early switch to winter gasoline blends to lower prices, and the collapse of U.S.-Canada trade talks leading to new tariffs. The broadcast also reports on a deadly Russian drone strike in Ukraine, rising corn prices aiding farmers, and an upcoming IndyCar race in Washington, D.C.
Topics discussed
Supreme Court allows White House ballroom construction to continue
Federal plan cuts Colorado River water usage for downstream states
Early switch to winter gasoline blend aims to lower fuel prices
US-Canada trade talks break down amid new tariffs
Russian drone attack kills 15 at Ukrainian shopping center
Corn prices rise to $5 a bushel, offering relief to farmers
IndyCar Grand Prix set for Washington DC National Mall
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