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NPR News: 07-10-2026 7PM EDT

Jul 10, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This NPR News Now episode covers a bipartisan housing affordability bill that may become law without President Trump’s signature, despite his refusal to sign it. It also reports on pressure for Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to withdraw National Guard troops from Washington, D.C., and the Trump administration’s removal of remaining leadership at the Election Assistance Commission. Additional stories include Spain advancing in the World Cup, a Maine Senate candidate withdrawing amid allegations, rising beef prices impacting Texas restaurants, and closing stock market gains.

Topics discussed

Bipartisan housing affordability bill and Trump's veto threat Pressure on Michigan to withdraw National Guard from D.C. Trump administration ousts Election Assistance Commission leadership Spain advances to World Cup semifinals after beating Belgium Maine Senate nominee withdraws following rape accusation Rising beef prices impact Texas taco restaurants Wall Street closes higher and Schwab advertisement
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