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Where the Iran war stands as 60-day window to reach peace deal expires

President Trump lashed out at U.S. allies on Monday as the deadline to reach a deal to end the war with Iran expires. Trump threatened to bomb Oman, which has been mediating negotiations, and called for military exercises with South Korea to be scaled back, in part for refusing to join the war. Amna Nawaz discussed where the war stands and what happens next with Alan Eyre and Reuel Marc Gerecht.

Trump lashes out at South Korea over its refusal to join Iran war

Exercises between the American and South Korean militaries began as scheduled on Monday, even after President Trump demanded they be scaled back. Trump said the war games were unnecessarily provocative, and a challenge to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, despite recent praise of South Korea by the administration. Nick Schifrin reports.

Justice Department watchdog to review DEA tactic that permitted deadly fentanyl to hit streets

The review will examine government policies and wiretap investigations in which the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration may have learned of fentanyl deliveries before they happened but stood down to avoid jeopardizing larger prosecutions.

Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on primary races to watch in Florida and Alaska

NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including the 2026 primary season entering the home stretch and a look at notable races in Alaska, Florida, and Wyoming.

ICE pitches legal insurance to help shield local officers who make immigration arrests

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is pitching a plan to help shield local police officers who make immigration arrests from possible financial consequences if they are accused of on-duty misconduct.

Supreme Court asked to review Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools

In their Supreme Court brief, the families' attorneys argue that the law violates basic First Amendment principles governing the separation of church and state.

Justice Department creates a new pathway to restore gun rights for some people convicted of felonies

It's the latest move by President Donald Trump's administration to ease firearms restrictions.

Trump blames vandals for damaged grass in the spot where he held his July 4 celebration

Trump has repeatedly blamed vandals for damage to his renovation projects in the nation's capital, often without evidence and sometimes despite opposing accounts from his officials.

WATCH: Trump meets with teen lifeguard who rescued child in California

A teenage lifeguard who saved a 10-year-old boy from pounding waves off the California last month was honored at the White House on Monday.

More ultrawealthy in Trump's administration than those in previous 3 presidents combined, report shows

In all, 57 Trump officials are worth at least $100 million, including 17 ambassadors and the remaining 40 in senior posts across the executive branch.

Supreme Court again denies Trump's push to toss out $5 million verdict in E. Jean Carroll case

Trump and the Justice Department are also asking the high court to toss out a second Carroll verdict totaling $83 million.

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea

Trump said in a social media post that the exercises slated to begin this week are costly and "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea, which he said "has been unthreatening and respectful" while Trump has been in the White House.

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Fact-checking claims about Taylor Farms' donations to Trump-aligned groups

Social media users looked into donations the company and its leadership made and drew assumptions about how those influenced the Trump administration's outbreak response.

Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don't tell that to this California congressman

President Donald Trump last year told GOP-controlled states to redraw their maps before this year's midterm elections to increase the number of winnable seats for Republicans in order to help the party hold onto the U.S. House.

Democrats' 2028 presidential calendar gives Black and Latino voters and union members an early say

The primary lineup pushes Iowa from the traditional top spot and makes South Carolina the leadoff state, voting on Jan. 22, 2028, followed by Nevada on Feb. 1.

U.S. pulls last aircraft carrier in Asia as Trump focuses on Iran and the Western Hemisphere

The USS George Washington is departing the Pacific and expected to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East amid growing concerns about mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed carrier.

Luigi Mangione reveals motive for CEO's killing after pleading guilty in federal case

In a surprise turn, Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione admitted he stalked and shot Thompson in 2024 outside a Hilton hotel in Manhattan. He potentially faces life in prison. The 28-year-old is also still facing state murder charges for Thompson's death in New York. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin reports.

News Wrap: Record-breaking heat wave grips Europe

In our news wrap Friday, a heat wave is breaking records across Europe, record-breaking rainfall triggered flooding across several cities in Japan, Hawaii is preparing for significant rain and strong winds from Tropical Storm Lala and authorities in Italy recovered a trio of stolen artworks by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse.

Brooks and Atkins Stohr on 'woke' politics in America

David Brooks of The Atlantic and Kimberly Atkins Stohr of the Boston Globe join William Brangham to discuss the week in politics, including the surprising result in Wisconsin's Democratic primary, the status of 'woke' politics in America and the stalemate between the U.S. and Iran.

Trump's vaccine order would require millions of individual shots last used decades ago

Monday's announcement by Trump calls for separating combination shots — including the measles, mumps and rubella, or MMR, vaccine — into separate injections.

WATCH: Trump says USS Lincoln's deployment was 'not nearly long enough'

Trump refuted that family members have raised concerns about the deployment's length and even said that the more than 260-day deployment is "not nearly long enough."

WATCH LIVE: Trump to highlight violent crime reduction during visit to NY police academy

President Donald Trump plans to tout his record on crime and safety during a visit to New York on Friday, pivoting to one of his strongest issues as he looks to boost Republicans in battleground races ahead of the November midterms.

World War II Memorial in Washington vandalized with bubbles and graffiti, upsetting Trump

The memorial was vandalized Thursday, with bubbles filling a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" written in red paint.

Trump asks Supreme Court to let White House resume ballroom construction during appeal

President Donald Trump's administration has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the White House to resume construction on its $400 million ballroom project while it appeals a lower court's order to halt the work.

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'Act of terror': U.S. condemns Israeli settler siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank

The U.S. condemned the siege of Palestinian homes by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, where they cut off water, electricity and essential supplies to residents. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee called the settlers' actions an "act of terror," adding to American pressure that has prompted Israeli forces to intervene. Nick Schifrin reports.

Palestinian American family recounts siege of West Bank home by Israeli settlers

Israeli settlers laid siege to the home of an Palestinian American family in the occupied West Bank, sparking condemnation from the U.S. ambassador and an Israeli military response. Nick Schifrin spoke with Qusai and Ahmed Ridi from the house in Qusra, and Qusai's brother, Loui Ridi, who helped translate this conversation.

How Trump's construction projects are changing Washington and costing taxpayers

President Trump is pressing ahead with an ambitious effort to reshape Washington with new construction and renovations. The White House projects alone are now estimated to cost at least $900 million, with taxpayers funding a significant portion, despite earlier promises that private donors would cover most of the bill. White House correspondent Liz Landers takes a closer look.

DOJ deploys tactic to strip naturalized Americans of citizenship

Earlier this month, federal prosecutors moved to strip citizenship from 25 naturalized Americans, accusing them of lying about their pasts and hiding serious crimes. It's called denaturalization and the Justice Department now calls it one of its top priorities. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin looks at what's behind this dramatic shift in law enforcement strategy.

Teacher empowers her students to see themselves as art

An artist and educator in Washington, D.C., is using her work to celebrate her students while confronting the lasting effects of redlining. Blu Murphy is helping young people see themselves and their communities as works of art. Shane Mukasa of our journalism training program, PBS News Student Reporting Labs, has the story.

Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit alleging antisemitism at Harvard

The decision from U.S. District Judge Richard G. Stearns said President Donald Trump's administration failed to prove an ongoing violation of federal civil rights laws.

Kennedy Center board moves forward with a two-year closure to allow for renovations

The Kennedy Center will move forward with a two-year closure of the sprawling performing arts venue to allow for substantial renovation work, while some outdoor programming may continue.

Trump White House says it's losing $19B-$26 billion a year in revenue as countries dodge tariffs

The report specifically highlights that China responded to new tariffs in 2018 by sending their goods to other nations ranging from Mexico to Malaysia for packaging and limited assembly — a practice known as transshipping.

Zambians cast ballots in a presidential election that tests incumbent's economic reforms

About 8 million people in the southern African country of 22 million were registered to vote in the one-day election. Voters also were choosing members of Parliament and local government councilors.

Republicans see Minnesota fraud scandal as a chance to go on offense in a blue state

The newly minted GOP ticket wasted no time before hammering Democrats over fraud. Dozens of people have been convicted of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars meant to provide food, shelter, healthcare and childcare to people in need.

Reflecting Pool's botched repairs threaten to tarnish the National Park Service's reputation

President Donald Trump's handling of repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has put the National Park Service in a difficult spot.

Nigel Farage faces off against Count Binface in special election that's been denounced as a stunt

Nigel Farage, leader of the anti-immigration party Reform UK, had hoped a special election Thursday for his Parliament seat would help quell awkward questions about his finances.

Former SPLC official charged in Justice Department's broader criminal case against group

A former Southern Poverty Law Center official has been charged in the Department of Justice's broader criminal case against the Alabama-based civil rights group, a frequent target of conservative critics who claim the nonprofit is politically biased.

Latest primaries yield mixed results for moderate and progressive Democrats

We're getting a clearer picture of who will be on the midterm ballots and the direction of the political parties after key primary races were decided in six states. Midwestern voters weighed in on party establishment candidates, insurgencies and a pair of celebrities. In the Southeast, questions surrounding political succession and Trump's influence remain unresolved. William Brangham reports.

Democratic and Republican strategists on the direction of both parties

To discuss the primary results for both parties, William Brangham spoke with political strategists from both sides of the aisle. Republican Liam Donovan previously worked for the National Republican Senatorial Committee, and Democrat Joel Payne currently works for the progressive group MoveOn.

Federal judges describe violent threats amid 'dehumanizing attacks' from political leaders

Hundreds of federal judges have received threats against themselves and their families this year, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. It comes amid a litany of verbal and written attacks by President Trump and his administration on judges who have ruled against them. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin spoke with Judge John McConnell, who has received multiple threats, and Judge Esther Salas.

Sam Roberts and Geoff Bennett discuss the art of obituary writing on 'Settle In'

Journalist Sam Roberts has written some 1,600 obituaries in his decades-long career at The New York Times. His new book, "Are They Dead Yet?" is about the art of obituary writing, how the Times chooses who's worthy of an obit and what that work has taught him about life. Geoff Bennett spoke with Roberts for the latest episode of our PBS news podcast, "Settle In."

Bessent said the K-shaped economy 'is over.' Here's what financial experts say

At a time when many Americans remain stressed about affordability, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared that the U.S. economy is no longer in a "K shape," a term used to describe increasing financial inequality between high- and low-income households.

Who is Kathryn Ruemmler? Former Obama White House attorney interviewed about Epstein emails

Ruemmler called Epstein, whom she first met in 2014, a "masterful liar" in her opening remarks to the panel, adding that she didn't see evidence of criminal conduct by Epstein.

Major oil companies reap massive profits as U.S. and Iran fighting drives energy prices higher

American oil and gas giants raked in massive spring profits while fighting between Iran and the U.S. impeded petroleum shipments and consumers around the world paid more for fuel and confronted shortages.

WATCH: Trump hosts Cabinet meeting at Camp David

President Donald Trump took Friday's Cabinet meeting on the road — to the Camp David presidential retreat in Maryland, a rustic backdrop for sessions that have come to be known for being overly long and consumed by administration officials' endless praise for their boss.

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In Missouri, Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's primary rematch sets up key test for Democrats

A progressive firebrand who started her political career as a Black Lives Matter organizer in Ferguson, Bush served two terms before losing a primary challenge to Wesley Bell, a moderate local prosecutor.

How shipping risks from Ukraine and Iran wars are converging

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly all Middle Eastern oil flows, has prompted Saudi Arabia to call for a maritime defense coalition to protect Red Sea shipping. For perspective on the proposal, Geoff Bennett spoke with Ian Ralby. He's a global maritime security expert, president of Auxilium Worldwide, and a senior fellow at the Center for Maritime Strategy.

Blanche's AG nomination on hold over opposition to DOJ's 'anti-weaponization fund'

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to lead the Department of Justice full-time is in limbo. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, say they will oppose Blanche's nomination unless the DOJ kills a $1.8 billion fund to provide payments to people who believe they have been wrongfully prosecuted. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Devlin Barrett.

Missouri couple murdered in Guatemala after husband was deported

A Missouri couple who had illegally immigrated to the United States was killed in Guatemala after the husband was deported and the wife self-deported. Now two communities in two countries are reeling and searching for answers. Lisa Desjardins discussed more with Brian Munoz of St. Louis Public Radio, who broke this story.

Violence surges in West Bank as Israeli settlers escalate attacks on Palestinians

Violence surged in the West Bank this past weekend when Palestinians say Israeli settlers burned two mosques following deadly clashes. The UN accuses Israeli settlers of increasing their attacks and footprint in the West Bank, the land that Palestinians hope will be their future state. Israel says it is Palestinians committing the violence. Producer Karl Bostic and Nick Schifirn report.

Group urges Congress to adopt proportional representation to end redistricting battles

As high-profile battles over redistricting have become a fixture in political headlines, a group of scholars is sounding the alarm on the consequences of gerrymandering. In an open letter to Congress, they are urging lawmakers to consider proportional representation. Amna Nawaz discussed the proposal with Stanford law professor Pamela Karlan. It's part of our series, On Democracy.

How views on Trump's handling of Iran have shifted, according to this poll

Most Americans say the war in Iran has not been worth fighting, and President Donald Trump's approval rating on Iran has fallen slightly since last month, according to a new AP-NORC poll.

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

Roughly six weeks before the first midterm ballots are mailed out, the U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player in an election season that will determine control of Congress.

Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans' chances at American Dream

Released on Thursday, the annual "State of Black America" report grimly describes Black Americans' economic and political prospects as having worsened due to policy changes from President Donald Trump's administration.

WATCH: Trump announces effort to train veterans as truckers amid immigrant driver crackdown

The Trump administration wants soldiers to consider becoming truck drivers when they leave the military to help replace the tens of thousands of immigrant drivers who lost their licenses in a crackdown this year.

Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director

Dr. Erica Schwartz's nomination to be director of the nation's top public health agency advanced on Thursday, setting aside concerns that she will not stand up to political meddling.

Trump says he may temporarily pull Blanche's nomination for attorney general as Republicans seek concessions

President Donald Trump said Thursday he may pull acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, looking to avoid concessions to holdout Republicans.

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The music that's shaped America

Music has long been one of America's most influential cultural exports. In this episode of "In Pursuit of Happiness," Judy Woodruff talks with music historian Ted Gioia and journalist Sidney Madden about the Black and Indigenous roots of American music, the power of protest songs and how music continues to shape our understanding of who we are.

Trump touted his tariffs in Michigan despite rising costs. Even some of his supporters are worried

During President Donald Trump's rally in Milford, the crowd was adoring. But even some of his ardent supporters said prices are too high and tariffs had caused short-term economic pain.

The campaign against Fauci and what brought him back before Congress

Dr. Anthony Fauci helped lead the White House pandemic response for Presidents Trump and Biden and is now retired from government service. He appeared under congressional subpoena and invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than 100 times during questioning. Amna Nawaz discussed the hearing and Fauci's legacy with Katherine Wu, who wrote "The Unmaking of Anthony Fauci" for The Atlantic.