NPR News: 07-30-2026 5AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers U.S. strikes on Iranian targets in response to a surprise attack and the Senate Judiciary Committee’s postponement of Todd Blanche’s AG nomination due to Republican demands. The episode also discusses a report urging Democrats to focus on working-class economics, the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady, and protests against oil drilling near New Mexico’s Chaco Canyon. Finally, it notes a Wisconsin appeals court reinstating a law that limits public employee collective bargaining rights.
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US strikes on Iranian targets in Middle East
Senate delays vote on Todd Blanche AG nomination
Context on Senators Cornyn and Tillis
Report on Democrats focusing on working-class economy
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
Protests over Chaco Canyon buffer zone removal
Wisconsin court reinstates anti-union law
NPR funding appeal and closing
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