Zelensky-Putin meeting, TX floor drama, mail-in ballots & more

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President Donald Trump is pushing for a meeting between his Ukrainian and Russian counterparts. We explain why a Democratic Texas lawmaker spent the night on the House floor. Trump is targeting mail-in ballots ahead of the 2026 midterms. Hurricane Erin could cause life-threatening rip currents in North Carolina. Plus, the final guilty plea over the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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