NPR News: 07-08-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers Maine’s Democratic Party planning a convention to replace Senate nominee Graham Plattner following rape accusations. The episode reports on rising gas prices due to U.S.-Iran tensions and President Trump removing Syria from the terrorism blacklist. Other stories include a study on gun deaths, Governor Beshear’s letter to Mitch McConnell, Emmy nominations for The Pitt and Hacks, and the return of Artemis II astronauts.
Topics discussed
Maine Democrats plan convention if Senate nominee drops out
Gas prices expected to rise amid Iran-U.S. tensions
Trump removes Syria from terrorism blacklist
Study: Gun homicides drop but suicides hit record highs
Kentucky Gov. Beshear asks McConnell to disclose health
Emmy nominations: The Pitt and Hacks lead the pack
Artemis II astronauts reunite with team in Florida
Podcast promo: Investigation into Antonio Mays Jr. killing
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