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Trump and his faithful followers return to Butler, Pa., to energize the flock
by Danielle Kurtzleben
Former President Donald Trump credited the "grace of God" for his survival of the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13 in his return to the site for a rally on Saturday.
Trump Adviser Peter Navarro On Latest Tariffs
President Trump says the U.S. will impose a new 10% tariff on $300 billion worth of products imported from China. NPR's David Greene speaks with White House trade adviser Peter Navarro.
Children's Defense Fund Trains New Activists
by Debbie Elliott
The Children's Defense Fund is training a new generation of activists in Tennessee. The summer enrichment programs are modeled after the Freedom Schools established during the civil rights movement.
Trump's Judicial Legacy
by Carrie Johnson
President Trump has now appointed nearly one in four of all federal circuit court judges, cementing an important part of his legacy. The picks are far less diverse than his predecessor's.
America's First Gun Violence Prevention Minister
NPR's David Greene talks to the Rev. Deanna Hollas, who has been appointed gun violence prevention minister by the largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States.
Manhunt In Canada
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Globe and Mail reporter Jana Pruden, who has been following the manhunt in Canada for two young murder suspects who could be hiding in the Canadian wilderness.
Metallica Scares Off Cougar
A woman walking her dog in the woods on Vancouver Island, Canada was being stalked by a cougar. She played Metallica on her phone to scare it away.
Small Plane Lands On Washington Street
A small plane had to make an emergency landing on a busy street in Washington state. No one was injured.
News Brief: More China Tariffs, FBI Questions Americans Who Studied In China
President Trump said the U.S. will impose more tariffs on products imported from China. Also, Americans who studied in China are being questioned by the FBI and Puerto Rico's governor is resigning.
Charges Dropped Against Navy SEAL's Commander
by Steve Walsh
The Navy announced that all charges are being dropped against a SEAL commander in a case related to Eddie Gallagher.
Puerto Rico's Governor To Resign With No Clear Successor
by David Welna
Puerto Rico's governor will leave office on Friday afternoon. There's uncertainty as to who will replace him.