NPR News: 09-24-2025 5AM EDT

Host: Dave Mattingly
Date: September 24, 2025

Overview

This five-minute NPR News Now update covers major global and national headlines: President Trump’s shifting stance on Ukraine’s war, diplomatic tensions with Brazil, Jimmy Kimmel’s emotional TV return, economic notes from the Federal Reserve, health experts countering Tylenol-autism claims, the conviction in an attempted Trump assassination case, and severe weather in Arkansas and Oklahoma. The episode maintains NPR’s concise, factual tone while highlighting key statements and developments.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Shift on the Russia-Ukraine War

• Trump now believes Ukraine can recapture all territory lost:
  • After meeting President Zelensky at the UN, Trump posted support for Ukraine’s prospects of regaining territory with European and NATO help.
  • He urged patience in the ongoing conflict.
• Ceasefire Efforts Ongoing:
  • The Trump administration has “tried repeatedly to work out a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv without success.”
    ([00:15])
• Upcoming Brazil Meeting:
  • Trump plans to meet Brazil’s president after their brief encounter at the UN.

2. U.S.-Brazil Relations and Trade Dispute

• UN Meeting Recap:
  • Presidents Trump and Lula met briefly at the General Assembly.
  • Trump praised their ‘excellent chemistry’ and a planned meeting.
• Trade and Political Fallout:
  • Brazil has sought talks after Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Brazilian exports in August.
  • The issue is compounded by the conviction of former President Jair Bolsonaro, whom Trump criticized.
  • Lula defended Brazil’s sovereignty against U.S. measures, calling them “unilateral and arbitrary.”
    Julia Carneiro reporting from Rio ([01:07-01:53])

3. Jimmy Kimmel Returns to Television

• Kimmel’s Show Reinstated after Controversy:
  • ABC had pulled Kimmel’s show following his remarks about the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
  • Opening line acknowledged the interruption:

    “As I was saying before I was interrupted.” — Jimmy Kimmel ([02:11])

• Emotional On-Air Apology:
  • Kimmel clarified he “never meant to make light of the murder of a young man.” ([02:22])
  • He was moved by “forgiveness from a grieving widow. It touched me deeply,” referring to Erica Kirk’s offer of forgiveness. ([02:35])
  • Kimmel stressed that “comedians should not be targets.”
  • Steve Futterman reporting ([01:53-02:48])

4. Federal Reserve on Inflation

• Continued Economic Uncertainty:
  • Fed Chair Jerome Powell, speaking after a recent rate cut, stressed the challenge of “managing the risks of higher prices” amid uncertain inflation prospects. ([02:48-03:26])

5. Tylenol and Autism: Experts Respond to President Trump

• Medical Consensus Refutes Claims:
  • President Trump’s warning about Tylenol and autism is not supported by evidence, per the FDA and pediatricians.
  • Dr. Nicole Baldwin (pediatrician):

    “We don’t want parents to just tough it out, you know, we want moms to be treated.” ([03:41])

  • Explained: Correlation (some studies) does not prove causation.
  • Alison Aubrey reporting ([03:26-04:06])

6. Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump: Conviction

• Ryan Ruth Convicted:
  • Found guilty on all counts in Florida for attempting to murder Trump during the 2024 campaign.
  • Jurors deliberated two hours; Ruth tried to stab himself after verdict, was subdued.
  • Sentencing set for December.
    ([04:06-04:46])

7. Weather Update: Severe Storms in Arkansas and Oklahoma

• Aftermath:
  • Storms caused heavy rainfall and structural damage, with a hospital roof in Oklahoma affected.
    ([04:46-04:54])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• President Trump on Ukraine:
  “Ukraine can win back all of the territory it’s lost to Russia ... with financial support from Europe and NATO.” ([00:15])
• Brazilian President Lula:
  Called U.S. tariffs “unilateral and arbitrary measures” and asserted “Brazil’s sovereignty was non negotiable.” ([01:07])
• Jimmy Kimmel’s On-Air Apology:

  “You understand that it was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man.” ([02:22])
  “A selfless act of grace, forgiveness from a grieving widow. It touched me deeply.” ([02:35])

• Dr. Nicole Baldwin on Tylenol:

  “We don’t want parents to just tough it out, you know, we want moms to be treated.” ([03:41])

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:15] – News begins: Trump on Ukraine war
• [01:07] – U.S.-Brazil relations, Lula’s remarks
• [01:53] – Jimmy Kimmel returns to ABC
• [02:48] – Jerome Powell on inflation
• [03:26] – Pediatricians respond to Tylenol-autism claim
• [04:06] – Attempted assassination conviction
• [04:46] – Arkansas & Oklahoma storm damage

This compact, information-rich bulletin provides a snapshot of pressing political, societal, and economic developments, highlighting the shifting positions and emotional reflections of the day’s prominent figures.