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Postmaster general suspends changes until after the election. Joe Biden is officially the Democratic presidential nominee. And, pressure mounts on Belarus' president to resign.
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Politics
In Ashtabula, Ohio, Young People Fight For The County's Political Future
Ashtabula County, Ohio, voted for Barack Obama in 2016, then for Donald Trump. New political leaders there hope a younger generation of voters will help decide the 2020 presidential election.
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Politics
Thomas Jefferson Descendant Reflects On His Ancestor's Memorial and Legacy
Shannon LaNier is the sixth great-grandson of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings. He talks to NPR about the founding father's complicated history, and how that should be reflected in his memorial.
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Europe
UK Decides British Companies Can No Longer Buy From Huawei
The UK government has decided that British telecom companies can no longer buy equipment from Huawei, the controversial Chinese telecom giant, for development of 5G beginning next year.
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Politics
Former Joint Chiefs Chairman Condemns Trump's Threat To Use Military At Protests
In rare remarks, retired Gen. Martin Dempsey rebuked the president's threat to use military troops against protesters as "dangerous," saying it would hurt relations between the military and civilians.
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National
Coronavirus Pandemic Leaves Millions Of Americans Unemployed, Hungry
NPR's Steve Inskeep visits a food distribution center just outside Washington, D.C., where recently laid off or furloughed people struggling to make ends meet can find food.
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National
News Brief: China's Hong Kong Law, Coronavirus College Tests, Guantanamo Delays
China considers controversial Hong Kong security laws. Colleges prepare to reopen in the fall. And, COVID-19 delays trials at Guantanamo Bay.
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Politics
USDA Secretary Says Despite Plant Closures, He Does Not Anticipate Food Shortages
Sonny Perdue says he expects "85-90% production in probably a very few days or weeks." He also says the government is stepping up efforts to buy food from farmers and distribute it to families.
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National
Manhattan Beach Mayor On Reopening Los Angeles County Beaches: 'It's Our Culture'
Some people worry reopening beaches may lead to more COVID-19 cases, but Mayor Richard Montgomery says the coastline is large enough to facilitate safe social distancing.
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Morning News Brief
The U.S. coronavirus curve rises while China's flattens. The pandemic opens a new front in the abortion battle. And, Bloomberg staffers say they were promised jobs through November, some are suing.