NPR News: 08-19-2026 9AM EDT
Summary
President Trump paused planned tariffs on Canadian goods, citing a deal linked to the Keystone XL pipeline. He also ordered a reduction in U.S.-South Korea military drills, surprising Seoul. In domestic news, Alaska primary results show Mary Peltola and Dan Sullivan advancing in the Senate race, while Florida primaries saw Angie Nixon and Byron Donalds win their nominations. Additionally, Ukraine’s former defense minister called for elections amid protests, and the Trump administration moved to repeal a logging ban on national forests.
Topics discussed
Trump pauses Canadian tariffs, cites Keystone XL pipeline deal
US and South Korea shorten joint military drills per Trump's orders
Alaska primary results: Senate and Governor races narrowed
Florida primary: Angie Nixon and Byron Donalds win nominations
Former Ukraine Defense Minister calls for elections during war
Trump administration moves to repeal roadless area logging ban
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