NPR News: 06-27-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers escalating Middle East tensions after Iran struck Bahrain and the U.S. retaliated. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg discusses a false CPS investigation into his family. In Texas, the State Board of Education mandates Bible passages in schools. The broadcast also reports on deadly Venezuelan earthquakes, health insurance drops under the ACA, and Revolutionary War reenactors marking America’s 250th anniversary.
Topics discussed
Iranian drones hit Bahrain; US strikes Iran in retaliation
Pete Buttigieg's children investigated by CPS after false report
Texas board approves Bible passages for K-12 reading list
Rescue efforts underway after deadly earthquakes in Venezuela
George Washington reenactor reflects on unity in divided times
5 million drop ACA health insurance due to rising costs
This American Life promo: Mysteries and lost pants
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