NPR News: 07-08-2026 11PM EDT
Summary
Maine Democrat Graham Plattner suspended his Senate campaign after a rape allegation, prompting the party to seek a new nominee. President Trump announced U.S. strikes on Iran and authorized Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles. A Johns Hopkins study reveals gun homicides dropped while suicides hit record highs. Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan was fined for helping a defendant escape, and bioethicists debate the ethics of organ donation during euthanasia.
Topics discussed
Maine Senate candidate suspends campaign after rape allegation
Trump announces US strikes on Iran and ends interim agreement
US grants Ukraine license to manufacture Patriot missiles
Study shows drop in gun homicides but rise in suicides
Former Wisconsin judge fined for helping defendant escape
Proposal for 'death by organ donation' raises ethical concerns
Emmy nominations: The Pit and Hacks lead the pack
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