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Sen. Chris Van Hollen On The Democrats' Strategy Going Forward

7:57am February 04, 2017

Senate Democrats have vowed to resist President Trump's Supreme Court nominee. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen about party strategy and future legislative fights.

Evaluating The Qualifications Of Neil Gorsuch

7:57am February 04, 2017

President Trump has nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Yale Law Professor Stephen Carter about his reputation and qualifications.

The Monday Night Massacre: Current Parallels To Nixon Administration

7:57am February 04, 2017

President Trump's firing of the acting attorney general reminded some of Nixon's sacking of a special prosecutor in 1973. Scott Simon speaks with Nixon's White House special counsel John Dean.

Thanks, Obama: Trump Administration Uses Obama's Record As Defense

7:57am February 04, 2017

by Tamara Keith

There's a well-worn tradition of new administrations blaming past presidents for their problems, but the Trump administration appears to be taking it to an extreme.

Saturday Sports: What To Watch For During The Super Bowl

7:57am February 04, 2017

by Tom Goldman

The New England Patriots face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in Houston. We discuss what to expect from the two teams based on their record so far this season.

The Impact Of Trump's Effort To Roll Back Financial Regulations

7:57am February 04, 2017

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with analyst Karen Petrou of Federal Financial Analytics about President Trump's plans to cut back financial regulations created after the financial crisis.

Prize-Winning Immigrant Artist Addresses Issues Of Identity Through Sculpture

7:57am February 04, 2017

by Rick Karr

The Vilcek Prize recognizes immigrant artists who make a contribution to U.S. culture through their art. This year's winner, Jamaican sculptor Nari Ward, received $100,000.

Can the presence of more black police officers reduce police violence?

Does Having More Black Officers Reduce Police Violence?

6:07am February 04, 2017

by Gene Demby

Data overwhelmingly confirm that black people are involved in and are victims of police-involved killings at greater proportions than any other racial group in the country. But there's a new twist.

During American Widow Project retreats, the widows create a makeshift family scrapbook with photos of their families.

Military Widows Find Hope And Understanding Together

5:39am February 04, 2017

by Gloria Hillard

In the past, women seeking help from the American Widow Project were young women whose husbands had been killed in combat. Today, their husbands are dying on U.S. soil.

Ali Vayeghan (left), an Iranian citizen with a valid U.S. visa, arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday after initially being turned away. He was allowed to come back under a federal judge's order.

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Federal Judge Stays Trump Travel Order, But Many Visas Already Revoked

10:46pm February 03, 2017

by Rebecca Hersher

Some 60,000 visas were canceled, says the State Department, a number higher than previous estimates of how many people had been barred from entering. The White House promised a quick legal response.