NPR News: 07-27-2026 11AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the U.S. amid growing tensions with President Trump over Iran and Lebanon. It reports on devastating wildfires in southwestern France forcing mass evacuations and details Maine Democrats selecting Troy Jackson as their Senate candidate. The broadcast also highlights voter concerns about child care costs and announces funeral plans for the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
Topics discussed
Netanyahu visits US amid tensions with Trump over Iran and Lebanon
Wildfires rage in southwest France, forcing mass evacuations
Troy Jackson selected as Maine's Democratic Senate candidate
Survey reveals child care costs are a major voter concern
Funeral plans for Sen. Lindsey Graham and Zelensky's UK visit
Preview of Sources and Methods on Ukraine and Russia
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