NPR News: 06-12-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers Iran’s potential peace deal with the U.S., mediated by Pakistan, and the removal of Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center. It also reports on a federal judge blocking the administration’s anti-weaponization fund, Team USA’s World Cup preview, and severe water shortages in Puerto Rico. Additionally, the broadcast details resignations in the UK government and a trademark lawsuit involving drag queen Patty Gonyea.
Topics discussed
Iran-U.S. peace deal mediated by Pakistan
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center
Judge blocks Trump's anti-weaponization fund
Team USA World Cup preview vs Paraguay
Puerto Rico water shortage crisis
UK defence ministers resign over spending
Patagonia sues drag queen Patty Gonya
Stocks rise as oil prices fall
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