24 Oct 2023
14m

Hamas Releases Hostages, Eight Candidates Vie for Speaker, Bond Sell-Off Sparks Fear

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Up First from NPR

This podcast episode sheds light on various topics, including the release of two elderly hostages held by Hamas during the Gaza conflict, the ongoing struggle within the House Republicans to elect a speaker, the factors behind the recent bond market sell-off, and the economic and political implications of the situation. The episode highlights the resilience of the US economy, the challenges faced by Congress in passing meaningful legislation, and the concerns over the government's finances.

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