NPR News: 08-21-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
President Trump rallies support for Darlene Graham in South Carolina while the administration sanctions Hezbollah and mediates in Lebanon. Reports also cover the USS Abraham Lincoln’s return amid crew hardship allegations and a significant drop in veteran homelessness in Los Angeles. Additionally, Canadian officials clash with Trump over trade tariffs, with Manitoba’s premier urging resistance against U.S. concessions.
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Trump rallies for Darlene Graham in South Carolina
US sanctions Hezbollah and mediates Lebanon conflict
USS Abraham Lincoln crew returns amid hardship reports
Veteran homelessness drops significantly in Los Angeles
Manitoba premier criticizes Trump on trade talks
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