NPR News: 08-06-2026 6AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s economic messaging amid rising inflation and shifting voter sentiment ahead of the midterms. It reports on Iran’s progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz with Oman and a new investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes in New Mexico. Additional stories include progress against wildfires in Washington, an FAA investigation into a Marine One safety incident, and suspended avocado inspections in Mexico.
Topics discussed
Trump promotes economic agenda amid rising prices and polling concerns
Iran and Oman agree on route to reopen Strait of Hormuz
New Mexico investigates Epstein's activities at Santa Fe ranch
Firefighters make progress on major wildfires near Spokane
FAA investigates Marine One safety incident near Reagan Airport
US suspends avocado inspections in Mexico due to security alert
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