NPR News: 08-11-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers primaries in six states, highlighting Mark Lindell’s GOP bid and Francesca Wong’s progressive run, which experts say test viability for 2028. President Trump visits Ohio’s Patriot Games, while Russia releases detained Marine Robert Gilman on humanitarian grounds. Other stories include a slowdown in home sales, a study on dogs reading human emotions, and Truth Social’s financial losses.
Topics discussed
GOP and Democratic primaries in six states
Trump visits Ohio for Patriot Games event
Former US Marine Robert Gilman freed by Russia
Home sales slow due to high prices and rates
Study shows dogs can read human emotions
Truth Social parent company posts $238M loss
Rising black lung disease rates in Appalachia
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