NPR News: 07-12-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, who recently visited Ukraine to discuss air defense support. The broadcast reports on escalating military tensions between the U.S. and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and a vigil in Houston for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was killed during an ICE encounter. Additionally, the episode highlights England’s World Cup semifinal victory over Norway and Justice Department subpoenas issued to New York Times reporters regarding Air Force One security concerns.
Topics discussed
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Death of Senator Lindsey Graham and final Ukraine visit
U.S. and Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz
Vigil for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo killed by ICE
England defeats Norway to reach World Cup semifinals
Argentina beats Switzerland in World Cup quarterfinal
DOJ subpoenas NYT reporters over Air Force One story
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