Fed Governor Legal Fight, DNC Summer Meeting, Taylor Swift Engaged

This NPR news podcast, "Up First," presents a concise overview of the day's top stories. It covers President Trump's efforts to influence the Federal Reserve, including his attempt to remove Lisa Cook, and the Justice Department's investigations into Trump's political opponents. The podcast also discusses the Democratic National Committee's meeting and their strategy to counter Trump's policies, as well as the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, exploring the cultural impact and how it ties into Swift's music. The episode includes interviews with NPR correspondents Tamara Keith, Stephen Fowler, and Isabella Gomez Sarmineto, providing in-depth analysis and updates on these developing stories.