NPR News: 06-12-2026 7AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s nomination of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence and his reversal on threats to bomb Iran amid claims of a near deal. Other stories include an FDA emergency authorization for treating New World screw worm in pets, protests against proposed VA disability benefit cuts for tinnitus and sleep apnea, and the death of artist David Hockney. Additionally, Pope Leo addresses migrant rights in the Canary Islands, while Trump opens protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing, drawing opposition from Native Hawaiian groups.
Topics discussed
Trump nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence
FDA authorizes generic flea medicine for screw worm outbreak
Protests over proposed cuts to VA disability benefits
Contemporary artist David Hockney dies at age 88
Trump claims Iran deal is close after threatening attacks
Pope Leo condemns indifference to migrant deaths at sea
Trump opens protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing
Up First podcast outro and mission statement
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