NPR News: 08-04-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
This episode covers wildfires in Spokane linked to a suspect, Trump’s shifting stance on Iran and Gaza peace talks, and chaotic federal agency relocations. It also reports on Michigan’s primary races, Valor Atomics securing funding for small nuclear reactors, and rising oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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Spokane wildfires and citizen arrest
Trump's talks with Iran and Strait of Hormuz
UN envoy meets Israeli PM on Gaza plan
Federal agency relocations and cost issues
Michigan primary for US Senate seat
Valor Atomics raises funding for small reactors
Oil prices rise amid Iran uncertainty
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