NPR News: 06-12-2026 3AM EDT
Summary
President Trump announced canceled strikes on Iran, citing an imminent peace deal, which boosted U.S. stock markets. In Minnesota, Vance Belter pleaded guilty to killing former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, avoiding the death penalty. Other updates include the delayed opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, the execution of Jeffrey Lee in Alabama, the U.S. men’s soccer team’s World Cup opener, and Phil Mickelson losing his country club membership.
Topics discussed
Trump cancels Iran strikes, claims peace deal imminent
Suspect pleads guilty in Minnesota political killings
Stocks rally after Trump reverses Iran strike plans
Gordie Howe Bridge opening timeline delayed
Supreme Court rejects Alabama execution stay request
US Men's Soccer Team prepares for World Cup opener
Phil Mickelson loses country club membership
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