NPR News: 06-14-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s claim of an imminent US-Iran peace deal, despite historical precedents of failed negotiations. The broadcast also reports on Trump’s nomination of former lawyer James McDonald as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Additionally, segments highlight severe malnutrition in Senegal due to US foreign aid cuts, New York Knicks’ NBA championship celebrations, and Arizona’s increased funding for potential Colorado River water lawsuits.
Topics discussed
US-Iran peace deal negotiations and timeline
Trump nominates James McDonald for SDNY US Attorney
Foreign aid cuts cause malnutrition crisis in Senegal
New York Knicks win first NBA title since 1973
Arizona triples fund for Colorado River water lawsuits
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