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NPR to trim $5 million this year as public radio stations struggle to pay bills

NPR plans to make trims totaling more than $5 million over the course of the coming fiscal year to bring its annual budget into balance. Meanwhile, local stations are asking for more help.
- David Folkenflik
On Capitol Hill, FBI Director Patel faces questions over his leadership

FBI Director Kash Patel faced heated questions from Democrats over his handling of the bureau in the wake of the assassination of political organizer Charlie Kirk.
- Ryan Lucas
Conservatives falsely accused her of assassinating Charlie Kirk. It started with Dr. Pepper jokes

A Seattle woman is sharing her story — and hoping to clear her name — after being falsely identified as Charlie Kirk’s assassin in some right-wing social media circles last week.
- Sami West
'People are scared': Congress grapples with increasing political violence

House Republicans put forth a proposal to fund the government that includes $30 million for lawmaker security, as Congress grapples with increasing political violence.
- Barbara Sprunt
Republicans release 7-week spending bill as Democrats warn of a potential shutdown

House Republicans released a short-term spending bill to fund the government until late November but Democrats are calling for further changes.
- Barbara Sprunt
Sen. Chris Murphy discusses the canceling of critics of Charlie Kirk and free speech

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., talks about the cancel culture that has followed Charlie Kirk's assassination and what it means for free speech.
- Michel Martin
FBI Director Patel defends his leadership, Charlie Kirk probe at Senate hearing

Kash Patel's appearance in the Senate came at a delicate time for the director, who is a loyalist of President Trump but has no experience leading an organization like the FBI.
- Ryan Lucas
Lawmakers race to strike funding deal as threat of government shutdown looms

Congress has two weeks to strike a funding deal and avoid a government shutdown. But tensions are high amid a debate on political violence, complicating their path.
- A Martínez
From tax reform to National Guard intervention, here's what City Council Pos. 8 candidates want for Seattle

This November, Seattle voters will be casting ballots for the city attorney, three City Council seats, three school board positions, and the mayor. Here's where the two candidates facing off for City Council's Position 8 — Rachael Savage and Alexis Mercedes Rinck — land on the top issues facing Seattle.
- Libby Denkmann
Vance hosted Charlie Kirk's show Monday in episode that was part tribute, part outrage

Vice President JD Vance hosted Charlie Kirk's radio program Monday — following last week's murder of the conservative activist.
- Domenico Montanaro

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