NPR News: 07-28-2026 9PM EDT
Summary
The Senate advanced a Russian sanctions bill following Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral, while President Trump met with Volodymyr Zelensky amid stalled aid talks. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear demanded transparency on Senator Mitch McConnell’s health. Other stories include Florida’s dual executions, the death of artist Betty Saar, and a New York school district halting plans for an AI robot due to ethical concerns.
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Senate sanctions bill and Lindsey Graham funeral
Trump-Zelensky meeting and Ukraine aid status
Calls for Mitch McConnell health transparency
Stock market rise on corporate earnings
Florida executes two inmates in one day
Obituary for artist Betty Saar
School district pauses AI robot deployment
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