NPR News: 06-18-2026 6PM EDT
Summary
Vice President Vance defends a ceasefire deal with Iran, facing sharp criticism from Republican senators who call it a foreign policy blunder. A new poll reveals President Trump’s largest approval gap, driven by economic concerns and high gas prices. Meanwhile, the controversial Everglades detention center may close, and an mRNA flu vaccine received FDA advisory committee endorsement. Ukraine struck a Moscow oil refinery, and NPR previews World Cup coverage in the U.S.
Topics discussed
GOP backlash to Trump's Iran ceasefire deal
Poll: Trump faces record approval gap and economic concerns
Controversial Everglades ICE detention center may close
Tropical Storm Arthur remnants bring rain to Southeast
FDA panel endorses mRNA flu vaccine for adults 50+
Ukraine strikes Moscow oil refinery, disrupting flights
NPR coverage of the World Cup in the U.S.
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