NPR News: 08-07-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
Senator Bill Cassidy supports Trump’s attorney general nominee Todd Blanche, while Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a joint defense pact. Prediction markets face backlash for allowing bets on clinical trials, and the FCC removes limits on local TV station ownership. Additionally, ICE plans to equip officers with body cameras but retains discretion over releasing footage.
Topics discussed
Sen. Cassidy backs Trump's AG pick Todd Blanche
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign defense pact
Backlash over betting on clinical trial outcomes
FCC removes limits on local TV station ownership
ICE body camera policy and podcast previews
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