NPR News: 08-13-2026 3PM EDT
Summary
This NPR News Now episode covers mixed primary results showing Republicans scrutinizing Trump-backed candidates while Democrats favor younger progressives. It reports on UN allegations of mistreatment against Palestinians returning to Gaza and a federal judge dismissing a Trump administration lawsuit against Harvard over anti-Semitism claims. Additional stories include California funding gender-affirming care amid federal cuts, wildfires in Greece, and a Ryanair safety investigation.
Topics discussed
Primary results: Democrats favor progressives, Republicans discerning
Palestinians report abuse and confiscation returning to Gaza
Judge dismisses Trump admin lawsuit against Harvard over anti-Semitism
Market update: Nasdaq and S&P 500 rise
California funds gender-affirming care after federal cuts
Greece wildfires and Ryanair window incident analysis
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