Trump's Midterm Travel, Ukraine Starshield Restrictions, Houthis Attack Aramco
Summary
NPR's Up First examines President Trump's midterm campaign strategy in red states, Ukraine's dispute with the U.S. over restricted Starshield satellite access, and escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. The episode features reports on how Republicans are mobilizing their base despite low approval ratings, Zelensky's plans to resume strikes on Russian oil, and the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
Topics discussed
Intro: Trump campaign, Ukraine drones, and Houthi attacks
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Trump's midterm strategy and rally stops in red states
Ukraine's Starshield satellite issues and oil refinery strikes
Houthi attack on Aramco and Saudi-Yemen escalation
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