This NPR News episode delivers a rapid-fire update on escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following military strikes, devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, extreme fire conditions in the U.S. Southwest, and political developments including a new ICE nominee and trade threats. The episode closes
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