NPR News: 07-23-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
NPR covers the House passing a trillion-dollar defense bill and a budget blueprint for the Iran war costs, facing Senate hurdles. The New York Times fighting DOJ subpoenas over Air Force One reporting, and Trump’s plan to tariff generic drugs. The episode also notes Spain’s World Cup players receiving tomato awards and a critical bald eagle’s health crisis. Additionally, it reports on Tropical Storm Bertha approaching Louisiana.
Topics discussed
Defense bill and budget blueprint advance in House
NYT fights DOJ subpoenas over Air Force One story
Trump proposes tariffs on generic drugs
Spain World Cup players receive tomato reward
Big Bear eagle Jackie in critical condition
Tropical Storm Bertha near Louisiana coast
NPR funding appeal
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