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NPR | By A Martínez,

Leila Fadel

Published September 8, 2025 at 3:57 AM CDT

Trump remains steadfast on sending National Guard to Chicago, but dials back threats, man charged in Trump assassination attempt goes on trial, Russia launches largest airstrike on Ukraine.

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Leila Fadel

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