NPR News: 06-18-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
President Trump signed a preliminary 60-day ceasefire agreement with Iran, while delaying the confirmation of his intelligence nominee amid Senate tensions. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady as inflation remains high, projecting future rate hikes. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Arthur dissipated, Luigi Mangione plans a psychiatric defense in his murder trial, and apartment rents dipped slightly due to a construction boom.
Topics discussed
Trump signs preliminary ceasefire agreement with Iran
Trump delays intelligence nominee confirmation
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid inflation
Tropical Storm Arthur degenerates into low-pressure area
Luigi Mangione to use psychiatric defense in murder trial
Apartment rents drop due to construction boom
Japan's Nikkei share average hits record high
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