How To Talk To Kids About The Riots At The U.S. Capitol
Many young people across the country are finding this moment extremely scary. Parents, caregivers and teachers can help them cope.
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Faith Leaders Nearly Unanimous In Condemning Assault On Capitol
President Trump has had the support of evangelical Christians throughout his presidency, but his incitement of the assault on Congress has proved costly.
Why West Virginia's Winning The Race To Get COVID-19 Vaccine Into Arms
To get vaccines into long-term care facilities, West Virginia was the only state to opt out of a federal partnership with CVS and Walgreens. Instead, a network of smaller pharmacies got a jump-start.
Where Was Security When A Pro-Trump Mob Stormed The Capitol?
Armed with pro-Trump banners, the rioters far outnumbered and swiftly overwhelmed the Capitol Police as they charged up the steps, smashed windows, broke into the Senate chamber and occupied offices.
'What Happened Yesterday Is Textbook Terrorism,' D.C. Mayor Says
Reading from U.S. regulations, Mayor Muriel Bowser describes terrorism as "the unlawful use of force and violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government."
Some Point Out Differences In Police Treatment Of Capitol Riot And BLM Protests
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, an assistant professor in Princeton University's Department of African American Studies, about how police handled the breach of the Capitol.
Pelosi, Schumer Join Chorus Of Calls For Invocation Of 25th Amendment Against Trump
The House speaker said she had already made her opinion known to Vice President Pence, and if he and the Cabinet don't act, "Congress may be prepared to move forward with impeachment."
Lawmakers Call For Trump's Removal From Office After Riot At U.S. Capitol
There are increasing calls on Capitol Hill to respond to President Trump's actions in inciting insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Some are calling on the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment.
Federal And Local Law Enforcement Continue To Arrest Rioters After Capitol Breach
A day after pro-Trump extremists breached the U.S. Capitol, law enforcement is scrambling to make arrests. Also, the effort has shed light on how the building's security failed.
How U.S. Officials Are Reacting To Pro-Trump Mob Attack On The U.S. Capitol
NPR looks at how different U.S. officials, including President-elect Joe Biden, Vice President Pence, lawmakers and President Trump's staff, reacted to Wednesday's insurrection in Washington, D.C.