NPR News: 06-12-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers President Trump’s disputed claim of an imminent Iran deal and his nomination of Jay Clayton as DNI. The broadcast reports on resilient U.S. consumer spending despite inflation and Trump’s decision to open protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing. Additionally, the episode notes the death of artist David Hockney, a chemical leak lawsuit in California, and severe storms affecting the Midwest.
Topics discussed
Trump claims Iran deal is close despite Iranian denial
Trump nominates Jay Clayton for DNI; opposition to Pulte
US consumer spending rises despite high inflation
Trump opens protected Pacific waters to commercial fishing
British artist David Hockney dies at age 88
GKN Aerospace faces lawsuits after chemical leak
Tornadoes and storms hit Great Lakes region
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