NPR News: 07-13-2026 2PM EDT
Summary
NPR News covers President Trump’s recommendation that Senator Lindsey Graham’s sister fill his vacant Senate seat following his sudden death. The broadcast also reports on a fatal immigration shooting in Maine, Secretary Rubio’s campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, and the death of actor Sam Neill. Additionally, segments address rising gas prices due to Strait of Hormuz tensions, a national blood donation emergency, and a deadly fire in Bangkok.
Topics discussed
Trump recommends Lindsey Graham's sister for Senate seat
Fatal shooting by federal agents in Maine
Rubio campaigns to dismantle the International Criminal Court
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill dies at 78
Strait of Hormuz conflict raises US gas prices
Red Cross declares national blood emergency
Deadly fire at pub in Bangkok
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