Top News From WTOP 3pm Update - September 18, 2025

This podcast covers a range of current events, starting with a promotion for the "American Nightmares" podcast and an advertisement for Shopify. The news segment includes Democratic lawmakers criticizing the Trump administration's handling of free speech, Trump's desire to reclaim a military base in Afghanistan, and his disagreement with the Prime Minister on recognizing a Palestinian state. The podcast also reports on the WHO backing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy's focus on chronic disease prevention, Intel's stock surge due to NVIDIA's investment, and local D.C. news, including crime rates, stadium development, and political discussions between Maryland and Virginia governors. Additionally, it covers Fairfax County Public Schools' dispute with the Department of Education over transgender bathroom policies, a potential school bus driver strike, and new business developments like Fresh World opening in Fair Oaks Mall. The segment concludes with a discussion on President Trump's visit to Britain, his views on Russia and Ukraine, and his criticism of late-night talk show hosts, followed by a report on a California county banning junk food in checkout lanes and a sports update on the Commanders.