NPR News: 08-08-2026 12PM EDT
Summary
The Senate confirmed Trump’s Attorney General nominee despite Republican concerns over conflicts of interest, while also passing a short-term funding bill. The administration unveiled $200 million for mining education to reduce foreign reliance on critical materials. Additionally, the CDC honored a police officer killed in last year’s shooting, Spain imposed border checks on Italy amid a diplomatic dispute, and Chicago held its annual charity duck race.
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Todd Blanche confirmed as Attorney General
Trump administration invests in mining education
One year since CDC Atlanta shooting
Spain imposes border checks on Italy flights
Chicago Ducky Derby charity event
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