NPR News: 07-17-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers President Trump’s speech on voting vulnerabilities, noting his lack of evidence and China’s denial of election interference. It examines how escalating US-Iran hostilities may impact midterm elections through rising energy costs. The broadcast also reports on deadly flooding in Texas, widespread air quality warnings from Canadian wildfires, and the FDA’s approval of a new non-statin cholesterol medication.
Topics discussed
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Trump's claims on voting system vulnerabilities
China denies interfering in U.S. elections
U.S.-Iran conflict and impact on midterms
Fatal flooding in Texas
Wildfire smoke affecting air quality
FDA approves new non-statin cholesterol pill
Asian markets sink amid Iran tensions
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