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NPR News: 07-14-2026 6AM EDT

Jul 14, 2026 · 4m

Summary

NPR News covers U.S. military strikes on Iran amid escalating tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz. A federal judge criticizes President Trump’s lawsuit regarding leaked tax returns, while a dozen states sue to block the Paramount-Warner Bros merger. The broadcast also reports on the fatal shooting of an immigrant in Maine, Darlene Graham’s Senate swearing-in, and France’s severe heat wave and Bastille Day celebrations.

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Schwab investment advertisement U.S. strikes Iran and Strait of Hormuz tensions Judge slams Trump's lawsuit over leaked tax returns Immigration advocate shot during ICE stop in Maine States sue to block Paramount-Warner merger Darlene Graham sworn in to replace Lindsey Graham Heat wave causes nuclear shutdowns and fires in France Macron's final Bastille Day parade supports Ukraine IXL online learning platform advertisement
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