NPR News: 06-21-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz amid Lebanon tensions, with VP Vance joining peace talks in Switzerland. Domestically, Trump clashes with Senate Republicans over voter ID laws and intelligence appointments. A rapid wildfire forces evacuations in Utah, while fires disrupt events in California and the Dominican Republic. The broadcast also notes algae in the Lincoln Memorial pool, CDC preparations for the World Cup, and the College Baseball World Series.
Topics discussed
CubeSmart Self Storage advertisement
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz; Vance heads to Switzerland
Trump clashes with Senate Republicans over agenda
Wildfire forces evacuation of Utah town
California warehouse fire and Dominican Republic hotel blaze
Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool algae controversy
CDC coordinates public health for World Cup
Oklahoma beats North Carolina in College Baseball World Series
Prolon fasting mimicking diet advertisement
Listen ad-free on Castria