NPR News: 07-30-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
Former FBI Director James Comey seeks dismissal of criminal threat charges, alleging vindictive prosecution by the Trump administration. The Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche’s Attorney General nomination due to Republican demands for assurances regarding the Comey case. Other news includes the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady, Louisiana schools displaying Ten Commandments posters, and a contempt vote scheduled against Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Topics discussed
James Comey challenges threats case as vindictive prosecution
Senate delays vote on Todd Blanche's AG nomination
Stocks fall after Fed holds interest rates steady
Louisiana schools display Ten Commandments posters
Senate committee schedules contempt vote against Fauci
Man convicted of terrorism charges in Rushdie stabbing
Health leaders pledge to improve mental health treatment
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