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NPR News: 07-22-2026 10PM EDT

Jul 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

This episode covers a U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal raising weapons concerns, escalating tensions with Iran, and an ICE officer’s fatal shooting linked to vetting worries. It also reports on a historic measles surge due to low vaccination rates and the House passing a stock trading ban for Congress that exempts the president. Finally, it notes the critical condition of an internet-famous bald eagle and flat market futures.

Topics discussed

Saudi nuclear deal and congressional concerns U.S.-Iran conflict and service member casualties ICE officer shooting and vetting concerns Surge in measles cases and vaccination rates House approves stock trading ban for Congress Internet-famous bald eagle in critical condition Stock market closing numbers
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