Women Rally In Las Vegas On March Anniversary
A rally called "Power to the Polls" kicks off in Las Vegas on Sunday. The event is organized by the leaders of last year's Women's March on Washington.
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Government Shutdowns And The CDC
During the government shutdown in 2013 Tom Frieden was in charge of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with him about potential public health implications.
Cancer Patients Get Little Guidance From Doctors On Using Medical Marijuana
Side effects from cancer treatment lead many patients to ask their physicians about trying marijuana for relief. Even when the answer is yes, the details on what to do next can be sparse.
House Ethics Member Reportedly Settled Sexual Misconduct Case With Taxpayer Money
Republican Rep. Patrick Meehan of Pennsylvania, who has investigated sexual misconduct claims as part of the House Ethics Committee, was removed after a report on his own alleged sexual misconduct.
Women's March On Washington: 'We Are A Part Of America, So We Need To Be Out Here'
The second annual Women's March drew a wide range of ages and races to the nation's capital. The year since President Trump took office has given first-time and veteran marchers new reasons to attend.
Democratic Senator Talks Latest Negotiations Amid Shutdown
NPR's Michel Martin talks to Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin about the latest on the government shutdown and ongoing negotiations between Democratic and Republican senators.
How The Shutdown Will Impact National Parks
Visitors to national parks across the United States will see the impact of the government shutdown. Many parks will remain open but services are being discontinued.
Republican Rep. Don Young Sees A 'Road Back To Greatness'
Rep. Don Young of Alaska has had a pretty good year. He talks with NPR's Michel Martin about his role in getting the new tax bill passed and opening up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to drilling.
Member Of Congressional Black Caucus: Trump Has Brought Normalized Racism To White House
Democratic Rep. Karen Bass is a member of the Congressional Black Caucus. NPR's Michel Martin talks to her about President Trump's relationship with the group of lawmakers, and his presidency so far.
Trump's Lifetime Judge Picks Leave Liberals Dismayed
In his first year in office, President Trump's record on naming judges to lifetime appointments pleasantly surprised conservatives. But liberals worry how his appointees will reshape the federal judiciary.