NPR News: 07-31-2026 8AM EDT
Summary
This NPR News episode covers President Trump’s disputed claim of a Hamas disarmament deal, with Palestinian Islamic Jihad rejecting the terms. It also reports on the Senate hold of Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche over a controversial fund, Zoox’s approval for commercial driverless rides, and Seattle Police Chief Sean Barnes’ resignation following a deadly shooting. Additionally, the broadcast details dangerous surf and heat waves in Southern California from Hurricane Genevieve.
Topics discussed
Trump claims historic Gaza disarmament deal; groups push back
Todd Blanche AG confirmation stalled over $1.8B fund dispute
Zoox approved for commercial driverless rides in Las Vegas
U.S. futures contracts trading higher
Seattle police chief resigns after deadly food festival shooting
Hurricane Genevieve brings swells and heat wave to SoCal
Asian markets rise; Nikkei up 4 percent
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