Biden’s less than stellar debate performance has the Democratic party concerned With the presidential election just four months away, Democrats are still grappling with the question of whether Biden should even stay in the race after his fumbles at the presidential debate. Read more on NPR

Tractor Supply slashes its DEI and climate goals after a right-wing pressure campaign The rural lifestyle retailer, with stores in 49 states, says it will withdraw its carbon emissions goals, cut its DEI roles and stop sponsoring Pride events after an online outcry from conservatives. Read more on NPR

What to know about France’s high-stakes election, where the far right is gaining ground The president called surprise legislative elections, in two rounds on Sunday and July 7, and they’re shaping up to be among the country’s most divisive in recent history. Read more on NPR

Biden bounces back from bad debate with energetic Raleigh rally President Biden’s feeble Thursday night debate performance in Atlanta highlighted concerns about his age that were not on display at a Friday rally in North Carolina. Read more on NPR