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NPR News: 07-04-2026 10AM EDT

Jul 4, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump addressed the nation’s 250th birthday at Mount Rushmore, urging legislative action ahead of midterms. Meanwhile, a severe heat wave strains emergency rooms, prompting health warnings about humidity and hydration. New research links parental screen habits to teen usage, while strong storms in Wisconsin caused fatalities and widespread damage. The episode also covers the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest and preparations for the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks.

Topics discussed

Trump's 4th of July speech and legislative agenda Heat wave warnings and health risks Parenting practices and teen screen time Storm damage and deaths in Wisconsin Nathan's Hot Dog Contest and NYC fireworks Bombas compression socks advertisement
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