NPR News: 07-18-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers Homeland Security Secretary Mark Mullen’s threats to election officials and President Trump’s address on Chinese interference. It details Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s contentious meeting with Epstein survivors and Andy Burnham’s election as UK Prime Minister. Additionally, reports address Boeing’s return to self-certification, wildfire smoke affecting the World Cup final, rising gas prices due to US-Iran tensions, and a story on a teen killed during Seattle protests.
Topics discussed
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Trump election interference warnings and GOP concerns
Todd Blanche meets with Epstein survivors
Andy Burnham elected UK Prime Minister
Boeing allowed to self-certify jet safety
Wildfire smoke affects World Cup final in NY
Gas prices surge due to US-Iran tensions
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