Government Shutdown Looms, Brazil's Ex-President on Trial, Earthquake in Afghanistan
Congress returns to Washington following the August recess as a deadline to avoid a government shutdown looms. The former President of Brazil is on trial for attempting to overthrow the government. And, the Taliban is calling for international aid as rescue efforts continue following a deadly earthquake in Afghanistan.
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