NPR News: 08-03-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche terminated Trump’s weaponization fund, while the president halted planned Iran strikes amid ceasefire talks, causing oil prices to drop. Police identified the suspect in a deadly Idaho mass shooting, and Wisconsin officials threatened to prosecute election bettors. Additionally, proposed banking rule changes may reduce affordable housing investment, and Sheeho Kawaki won the Women’s British Open.
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Attorney General terminates weaponization fund
Trump calls off Iran attacks amid negotiations
Idaho mass shooting suspect identified and killed
Wisconsin threatens prosecution for election betting
Oil prices drop after Iran strike pause
Banking regulation changes may hurt affordable housing
Sheeho Kawaki wins Women's British Golf Open
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