NPR News: 06-18-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s memo to halt the Iran war and Defense Secretary Hegseth’s review of NATO allies’ defense contributions. A new poll reveals Trump’s lowest approval rating, while an investigation highlights the failure of the federal prison grievance system. The broadcast also reports on Gulf Coast tornado warnings, HHS funding for mental health services amid Medicaid cut concerns, and the New York Knicks’ ticker-tape parade.
Topics discussed
Trump and Iran sign memo to stop war
Hegseth reviews US military forces in Europe
Poll shows Trump's largest approval gap
Federal prisoner grievance system rarely works
Tornado warnings on Gulf Coast
RFK Jr. announces mental health funding
NYC prepares for Knicks ticker tape parade
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