Trump-Putin summit, US troops vs. drug cartels, Americans drinking differently & more

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We start with the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. A dramatic US military show is happening in the waters around Latin America and the Caribbean. We have the latest from a hearing about DC’s police takeover lawsuit. The mayor of New Orleans has been indicted. Plus, a new survey shows Americans’ drinking habits are changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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