Cooper Vetoes Ballot Language Bills OK'd In Special Session
Actions by Republican legislators this week to alter North Carolina ballot language this fall for constitutional referenda and a Supreme Court race have been vetoed by Democratic Gov.
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Friday News Roundup - Domestic
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Friday News Roundup - International
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North Korea Hands Over Possible Remains Of U.S. Servicemen Killed In Korean War
The remains of what are believed to be about 55 U.S. servicemen arrived at Osan Air Base in South Korea as part of an agreement between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
This Election Is About 'Volatility,' And That Starts At The Top
Democrats want to push a health care message; Republicans had been planning to talk about tax cuts. But not much is breaking through, except Trump, who is top of everyone's minds.
U.S. Economy Surges To A 4.1 Percent Growth Pace In 2nd Quarter
A key measure of the economy's health showed a dramatic pickup, which President Trump called "amazing." But some analysts doubt the higher growth rate will last.
President Trump Touts His Trade Mission, Works To Ease Tensions
Rachel Martin talks to Peter Navarro, the top trade adviser to the president, who defends Trump's trade policies as being good for American workers. NPR's Uri Berliner weighs in on the conversation.
Russians Fail To Hack Computers Of Democratic Sen. McCaskill
The Daily Beast reports that Russian hackers have targeted Senator Claire McCaskill and her staff. The Missouri Democrat is in a tough race in this fall's election.
Wisconsin Soybean Farmer Reacts To Trump's Agreement With EU
The European Union says it will buy more soybeans from the U.S. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with farmer Brad Kremer as growers in the U.S. are already feeling the hit from the trade war with China.
Zachary Wood: Why Should We Listen To Views We Find Offensive?
In college, Zachary Wood joined a group that invites provocative speakers to campus, hoping to spark dialogue. But he soon learned not everyone wants to hear from those with whom they disagree.