NPR News: 07-27-2026 5PM EDT
Summary
This episode covers the Trump administration’s Supreme Court appeal on mail-in voting and his economic claims in Michigan amid midterm election analysis. It reports on a deadly shooting at a Seattle food festival, where police arrested a teen and seek a second suspect. Additional stories include U.S.-Iran tensions, the child care crisis, and Christopher Nolan’s film drawing crowds to Prague.
Topics discussed
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in voting executive order
Trump touts auto industry revival in Michigan amid tariff concerns
Midterm election outlook: Democrats need seat pickups, Republicans face headwinds
Seattle food festival shooting: 15-year-old arrested, second shooter sought
Stocks mixed as oil prices fall after U.S.-Iran attack pause
U.N. chief urges Israel to end military presence in southern Lebanon
Survey: High cost of child care is a major problem for voters
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey draws crowds to Prague for IMAX screening
Sources and Methods: Shifts in Ukraine leadership and Trump's tone on Russia
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