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Jul 23, 2026 · 4m

Summary

The U.S. House passed a trillion-dollar defense bill and a government funding extension, while the Trump administration signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. President Trump campaigned in Georgia, endorsing Republican candidates in key races. Meanwhile, U.S. measles cases hit a 35-year high due to falling vaccination rates. European regulators approved the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger with conditions, and the Dodgers are set to visit the White House.

Topics discussed

House passes defense bill and budget blueprint Nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia Trump campaign event in Georgia Measles cases reach 35-year high Paramount-Warner Bros merger approved in Europe Bald eagle Jackie in critical condition Dodgers visit White House for championship NPR funding appeal
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