NPR News: 07-29-2026 1AM EDT
Summary
President Trump honored Senator Lindsey Graham at his funeral, after which the Senate advanced a Russia sanctions bill with President Zelensky present. South Dakota Governor Larry Roden secured the GOP nomination, while the EU mobilizes aid for wildfires in France and Spain. Tensions rise as U.S. and Iranian forces exchange strikes, and artist Betty Sarr dies at 99. Asian markets fall amid a chipmaker sell-off.
Topics discussed
Trump eulogizes Sen. Graham; Senate advances Russia sanctions
Larry Roden wins South Dakota GOP gubernatorial nomination
EU mobilizes resources to help France and Spain fight wildfires
U.S. and Iran resume attacks; ceasefire ends
Artist Betty Sarr dies at 99; known for reclaiming black identity
Asian markets drop amid chipmaker sell-off
Planet Money Summer School promo: U.S. and China similarities
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