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5 min readSpirit Airlines has abruptly shut down after 34 years, the Pentagon will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, and the Trump administration is suing New Jersey over in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants. These are the lead stories in this NPR News Now update, which also covers a Supreme Court ruling’s fallout in Alabama, stalled Iran peace talks, a medical emergency for an Iranian activist, and a promising new pancreatic cancer drug.
Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations
Spirit Airlines announced it is going out of business immediately, citing high fuel prices as a major factor. The airline released a statement telling passengers not to go to the airport. Officials say anyone holding tickets will receive refunds directly to their credit or debit cards. The shutdown ends 34 years of operations for the low-cost carrier.
Pentagon to Withdraw Troops from Germany
The Pentagon announced the U.S. will withdraw approximately 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to twelve months. President Trump had threatened the action earlier this week amid an ongoing feud with Germany’s chancellor over the U.S.-Israel war against Iran.
Trump Administration Sues New Jersey Over Tuition Law
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- 1 (00:04) **Spirit Airlines Shuts Down** - The airline is ending operations immediately, citing high fuel prices.
- 2 (00:25) **U.S. to Withdraw 5,000 Troops from Germany** - The Pentagon announces a troop reduction over the next six to twelve months.
- 3 (00:39) **Trump Administration Sues New Jersey Over In-State Tuition for Undocumented Immigrants** - A federal lawsuit claims the policy discriminates against U.S. citizens from out of state.
- 4 (01:32) **Alabama Governor Calls Special Session After Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling** - The decision has emboldened Republicans to seek changes to the congressional map.
- 5 (02:36) **Trump Dissatisfied with Iran's Latest Proposal to End War** - Trump says he wants a deal but cannot agree to Iran's terms, without elaborating.
- 6 (02:53) **Stocks Close Higher on Friday** - A brief market update.
- 7 (03:01) **Iranian Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized** - She experienced two episodes of unconsciousness and a cardiac crisis.
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