NPR News: 08-03-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
Republicans lifted objections to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination after he rescinded a controversial fund. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman discuss temporarily reopening the Strait of Hormuz, denying direct US talks. US manufacturing jobs show signs of growth, and WestJet flight attendants reached a tentative pay agreement. Mauricio Pochettino signed a new contract to coach the US men’s soccer team through 2030, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day broke box office records.
Topics discussed
GOP senators lift objections to AG nominee Blanche
Iran and Oman discuss opening Strait of Hormuz
U.S. factories adding workers for first time in years
WestJet strike ends with tentative pay agreement
Pochettino signs new contract as US soccer coach
Spider-Man: Brand New Day box office record
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