NPR News: 07-06-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s intervention in a U.S. soccer match, sexual assault allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner, and a First Amendment lawsuit against DHS. It also reports on heat-related deaths in New Jersey, the impact of heat on mental health, and potential FDA changes to peptide therapy regulations.
Topics discussed
Trump intervenes in US soccer red card controversy
Maine Senate candidate denies sexual assault allegations
Lawsuit claims DHS violated First Amendment rights
Heat wave deaths in New Jersey and nationwide
Heat risks for mental health conditions
FDA panel to review peptide therapy restrictions
Market update: Dow Jones closes up
NPR Tiny Desk Contest Tour announcement
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