NPR News: 07-12-2026 4AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham and escalating tensions as Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. military strikes. The broadcast reports on Houston activists educating businesses about ICE rights following an immigrant’s killing, while Maine Democrats scramble after a Senate candidate withdraws. Additionally, researchers criticize Trump administration changes to the Endangered Species Act, and sports updates include Argentina and England advancing in the World Cup.
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Death of Senator Lindsey Graham
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and ceasefire tensions
Houston activists educate on ICE rights after killing
Maine Democrats scramble after Senate candidate withdrawal
Trump administration changes to Endangered Species Act
World Cup updates: Argentina and England victories
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