Politics & Government
Booker Doubles Down On Barrett In Continued Exchange About Racism
Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey asked Supreme Court nominee Judge Amy Barrett about what she has read to educate herself on the issue of racism in the justice system.
Trump's Town Hall On NBC To Overlap With Biden's On ABC
NBC will host a town hall with President Trump at the same time as Joe Biden's town hall on ABC. The two will compete Thursday on different networks after the second presidential debate was canceled.
Biden Vows To Ease Racial Divisions. Here's His Record
Joe Biden has witnessed and at times influenced decades of social change. He is still on the stage to see the long-term results of his actions, and sometimes to receive the judgment of history.
Why An Auto Plant Closure Looms Large In Presidential Contest In Ohio
In 2016, support for Donald Trump surged in northeast Ohio. But the 2019 closure of General Motors' plant in Lordstown may have changed residents' views.
Normally Invisible, National Security Figures Assume Prominent Election Role
National security leaders are playing a far more prominent role than in previous elections. Current officials are trying to reassure voters. Many former leaders are criticizing the president.
Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing, Day 3
NPR offers highlights from inside the room during the third day of the confirmation hearings of Judge Amy Coney Barrett for the U.S. Supreme Court.
Can Democrats Win Texas This Year?
As Election Day nears, polls suggest Texas might be in play for Democratic nominee Joe Biden. Turning Texas blue has been a dream for Democrats. NPR discusses if this dream could become reality.
Judge Blocks Wisconsin Governor's Indoor Capacity Limits Amid Spike In COVID-19 Cases
The rules issued last week limited indoor public gatherings to no more than 25% of total occupancy limits. The state's Tavern League argued the caps would effectively put its members out of business.
Pressed On Landmark Contraception Case, Barrett Again Declines To Answer
Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., questioned Judge Amy Coney Barrett about whether Griswold v. Connecticut, the ruling that protects the right to buy and use contraception, was correctly decided.