NPR News: 07-28-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers the Senate's confirmation of Jay Clayton to head the nation's intelligence agencies and the historical context of political reform. It also reports on President Trump’s meetings with Ukrainian and Israeli leaders, the sentencing of a Georgia teen to life in prison for a school shooting, and the Republican primary race to replace Senator Lindsey Graham. Additionally, the news includes FIFA’s plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors and a police search for two men who parachuted from Seattle’s Space Needle.
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Jay Clayton confirmed as Director of National Intelligence
Trump meets with Zelensky and Netanyahu
Teen sentenced to life for Georgia school shooting
Stock market update
Race to replace late Senator Lindsey Graham
FIFA plans to sell World Cup stakes to investors
Men parachute from Seattle Space Needle
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