NPR News: 08-05-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers primary results, including Pramila Jayapal’s win and Cori Bush’s loss, alongside the Senate race in Michigan. It reports on Ohio Rep. Max Miller’s ethics investigation and SpaceX’s latest earnings despite heavy AI spending. Additional stories include an arson arrest in Washington, Texas pausing data center approvals, and slowing US sales at McDonald’s.
Topics discussed
Primary results: Jayapal wins, Bush loses
Michigan Senate race and Democratic direction
Max Miller ethics investigation and allegations
SpaceX earnings, AI spending, and stock drop
Arrest in connection with Spokane wildfires
Texas pauses new data center approvals
McDonald's sales slowdown and strategy issues
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