N. Carolina GOP Would Ban K-12 Promotion Of Views About Race
North Carolina Republicans advanced legislation on Wednesday that defines how teachers can discuss certain concepts about race and racism inside the classroom.
Politics & Government
How Cuba Protests Reveal Biden's Political Challenges In South Florida
Widespread protests across Cuba have revealed political challenges President Biden faces as he seeks to support the demonstrations without hurting their cause — or his own political interest.
Hunter Biden's Paintings Are Going On Sale, Drawing Critics Of Art And Ethics
Hunter Biden is trying to make it as a professional artist, but his career path is drawing new ethical questions about whether he is capitalizing on the Biden name.
News Brief: Voting Rights, Budget Agreement, Assassination Investigation
Vice President Harris leads the administration's voting rights effort. Senate Democrats reach a $3.5 trillion budget deal. Questions remain as the probe into the murder of Haiti's president continues.
It's Been 5 Decades Since States Ratified The 26th Amendment
It was 50 years ago this month that the 26th Amendment was signed, giving 18-year-olds the right to vote. Now, a movement to lower the voting age to 16 is gaining momentum.
Senate Budget Has Funds To Ensure Infrastructure Works As The Climate Changes
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to EPA Administrator Michael Regan about his agency's current priorities: including water infrastructure, environmental justice and clean transportation.
In Protest Of GOP's Voting Restrictions, Texas Democrats Leave The State
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Republican State Rep. Travis Clardy of Texas about the prospects for a GOP-backed elections bill after Democratic lawmakers left the state to try to stop its passage.
Vice President Harris Hints That She Has Discussed Filibuster Changes With Senators
With a major voting bill stalled, the vice president told NPR that she won't negotiate changes to Senate rules publicly, "but I'm certainly having conversations with folks."
Transcript: Vice President Harris On Voting Rights, The Filibuster And The Courts
Vice President Harris joined NPR to discuss the administration's strategy on voting rights as GOP-led states attempt to pass more restrictions and major Democratic legislation is stalled in Congress.
She Says She Was Fired For Saying That Teens Don't Need Parental Consent For Vaccines
In addition to firing her, Dr. Michelle Fiscus says Tennessee is stopping all of its vaccination outreach efforts for teens and children – not only for COVID-19 but also for other illnesses.