NPR News: 07-05-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump labeling Democrats as communists ahead of midterms and FIFA’s controversial decision to allow a suspended US soccer player to compete. It also reports on Venezuela’s recovery from deadly earthquakes, a Delta flight struck by fireworks near Chicago, militant attacks in Mali, and Paul Pelosi’s hit-and-run accident.
Topics discussed
Trump labels Democrats 'communists' ahead of midterms
Belgium protests FIFA's decision to allow Balogun to play
Venezuela marks Independence Day amid earthquake aftermath
FAA investigates Delta plane struck by fireworks in Chicago
Militant groups claim responsibility for attacks in Mali
Paul Pelosi involved in hit-and-run car crash
Preview: Rural Illinois secession movement
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