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NPR | By A Martínez,

Michel Martin

Published July 3, 2026 at 3:15 AM CDT

Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.

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A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First.

Michel Martin

Michel Martin is a host of Morning Edition.