The Up First podcast from NPR News presents a summary of the day's major news stories. The episode begins with the shooting deaths of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, D.C., followed by details on the investigation, reactions from officials, and background on the victims. The podcast then shifts to the situation in Gaza, reporting on the limited aid entering the region, Prime Minister Netanyahu's plans to expand the war, and the dire conditions faced by Palestinians. Finally, the episode covers House Republicans' efforts to pass President Trump's domestic agenda, focusing on the challenges and compromises involved in pushing the bill through Congress, and a report on the Justice Department seeking to withdraw an oversight agreement with the Minneapolis Police Department.
