A Correction About Judge Gorsuch
In an interview, former Neil Gorsuch colleague Judge Michael McConnell mentioned a case involving Denver telecom CEO Joe Nacchio. In fact, Gorsuch was recused in that case.
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Shows With Black Characters Find Loyal Non-Black Fans
"When a show is well-written, when it has good actors, people want to watch," says Courtney Jones of Nielsen.
Gorsuch Hearing For Top Court Lacks The High Drama Of Those In Recent Past
Neil Gorsuch kept an even keel throughout the day, rarely betraying more than a hint of impatience or pique. He smiled a lot, made jokes about family and matched the mood of each of his interrogators.
Debate Over Silencers: Hearing Protection Or Public Safety Threat?
Legislation would loosen restrictions on gun suppressors, with proponents saying quieter guns protect shooters' hearing. But opponents say easier-to-get silencers are a risk to the public.
It's Not Clear How Many People Could Actually Work To Get Medicaid
Audie Cornish talks with health policy researcher Leighton Ku about the GOP proposal that would let states require able-bodied Medicaid recipients to work.
Secretary Of State Tillerson Plans To Visit Russia But Skip NATO Meeting In April
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is skipping a NATO meeting, but he is planning to travel to Russia next month. His travel schedule is raising alarms in Europe.
5 Insights Into Judge Neil Gorsuch After 2nd Day Of Confirmation Hearings
Everything from originalism to mutton-busting was fodder as the Supreme Court nominee took questions from the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
Secretary Of State Tillerson Will Visit Russia In April, But Will Miss A NATO Meeting
News of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's trip to Russia emerged on the same day FBI Director James Comey said his agency is investigating possible coordination between Moscow and the Trump campaign.
How Nominees Master The Art Of The Non-Answer In Senate Hearings
NPR takes a look at the art of sitting through hours of questions in a Senate hearing and giving articulate, well-crafted answers, while at the same time not really answering.
Ethics Experts Raise Alarm Over Ivanka Trump's White House Role
Ivanka Trump is getting an office in the White House and access to classified information, despite having no formal position in the administration. Ethics analysts are crying foul over this unprecedented move.