NPR News: 08-01-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
President Trump criticizes the DOJ for dropping vandalism charges against David Hearn, attributing Lincoln Memorial damage to construction flaws. Arizona officials oppose a federal Colorado River water-sharing plan, fearing economic devastation from steep cutbacks. Wall Street stocks rose on strong tech earnings despite Federal Reserve rate uncertainty. Truth Social’s paid early access raises insider trading concerns, while WestJet grounds planes ahead of a potential flight attendant strike. A heat dome brings dangerous temperatures to the western U.S.
Topics discussed
Trump criticizes DOJ over Lincoln Memorial pool case
Arizona officials oppose new Colorado River plan
Stocks rise on strong tech earnings despite Fed
Truth Social sells early access to institutional clients
WestJet grounds planes ahead of potential strike
Heat dome brings triple-digit temps to western US
Promo for Dead After Death podcast series
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