No. 45 · Tuesday, September 29, 2026
The Senate resoundingly passed a bill aiming to stabilize college sports. What is the legislation called?
DProtect College Sports Act
Why
NPR reported the Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, backed by the NCAA, though its fate in the House is unclear.
NPRThe Trump administration scaled back fuel economy rules, claiming it would save Americans how much over five years?
A$138 billion
Why
ABC News reported the administration said rolling back fuel economy standards could save Americans $138 billion over the next five years.
ABC NewsJustice Samuel Alito recused himself from a major climate case this week over stock holdings in which industry?
DOil companies
Why
The New York Times reported Alito faced pressure to recuse himself because he owns stock in oil companies, and he ultimately did so.
NYTSenator Chuck Grassley, the oldest sitting senator, said he does not want a Democratic governor to do what?
CChoose his successor
Why
ABC News reported Grassley lamented the possibility of dying in office under a Democratic governor who would pick his successor.
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