NPR News: 07-29-2026 4PM EDT
Summary
Markets fell sharply as the Fed held rates steady, while Dr. Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious hearing with Senator Rand Paul. President Trump threatened retaliation against Iran, and state attorneys general urged federal regulation of prediction markets. Additionally, the episode covers Glenn Hansard’s death, a rise in anti-Semitic incidents in the UK, and the confirmation prospects for Attorney General nominee Todd Blanch.
Topics discussed
Stock market drops and Fed keeps interest rates steady
Dr. Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment during Senate hearing
Trump threatens retaliation against Iran for attacks
States urge crackdown on prediction market industry
Todd Blanch confirmation as Attorney General
Musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash
UK sees biggest rise in anti-Semitic incidents
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