Global Elections and U.S. Allies' Views on Presidential Candidates

NPR discusses how U.S. allies view the two presidential candidates ahead of the debate. Allies are closely watching as the fate of their countries is tied to whether Trump or Biden wins. Anxiety centers on U.S. financial support and defense commitments.

Chinese Government Support for Real Estate Sector

Chinese authorities pledge new support for state-owned enterprises to buy unsold apartments, aiming to boost the real estate sector and provide funding for developers. The People's Bank of China provides 300 billion yuan to financial institutions for this purpose.

Hunter Biden's Legal Defense

Kevin Morris, Hunter Biden's supporter, is allegedly quitting funding Hunter's legal defense, leaving Hunter with no resources to face criminal trials. Hunter Biden has accumulated over $10 million in legal bills over the past five years, facing impeachment inquiry, gun, and tax charges.

UK Foreign Secretary Rules Out Sending Troops to Ukraine

UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron rules out sending Western troops into Ukraine, instead focusing on extracting more financial support from U.S. Congress to strengthen NATO and aid Kyiv. He emphasizes the importance of NATO being in the best shape by the U.S. November elections and believes increased financial support could change the situation in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski discusses the latest developments on the war in Ukraine and appeals to Speaker Johnson for financial support in a supplemental floor vote.

Rx Kids Cash Aid Program in Flint, Michigan

The Rx Kids cash aid program in Flint, Mich., led by pediatrician Mona Hanna-Attisha, provides $7,500 in cash aid over a year to new mothers to tackle child poverty. The program aims to support mothers financially during pregnancy and the baby's first year, addressing the impact of poverty on health and well-being.

Americans for Prosperity Action pausing financial support for Nikki Haley's campaign

Americans for Prosperity Action, backed by billionaire Charles Koch, pauses financial support for Nikki Haley's presidential campaign after she lost to Donald Trump. The organization will now only provide endorsements, not cash.