Politics & Government

Politics & Government

Former National Security Adviser John Bolton Weighs In On U.S.-North Korea Relations

5:17pm December 19, 2019

In an exclusive interview, former national security adviser John Bolton speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep about North Korea. He also addressed questions about the impeachment of President Trump.

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7 Democratic Presidential Candidates Set To Debate In California Tonight

5:17pm December 19, 2019

by Scott Detrow

Seven Democratic presidential candidates are gathering in Los Angeles for the last debate of 2019. It comes as the Democratic race remains close among the top four candidates.

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Senate Majority Leader McConnell And House Speaker Pelosi Spar Over Impeachment

4:22pm December 19, 2019

by Susan Davis

Senate Majority Leader McConnell and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sparred Thursday over next steps on impeachment, but signaled they're prepping for trial in 2020 that's expected to acquit the president.

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A Look At The Moments And Events That Led Congress To Trump's Impeachment

4:22pm December 19, 2019

by Brian Naylor

Now that the House of Representatives has voted on impeachment, we look back at some of the moments and events that led Congress to this point.

Michigan Residents React To Trump's Comments About Rep. John Dingell

4:22pm December 19, 2019

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Stephen Henderson, host of Detroit Today, about President Trump's comments about Rep. John Dingell at a rally on Wednesday — and the reaction from Michigan residents.

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McCrory Won't Run For NC Governor; Will Consider Senate Bid

2:44pm December 19, 2019

by Associated Press, Gary D. Robertson

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before the House Financial Services Committee in October. Under pressure from lawmakers and civil rights groups, the company has updated its policies to address census interference.

On Census, Facebook And Instagram To Ban Disinformation And False Ads

1:53pm December 19, 2019

by Hansi Lo Wang

Under pressure to prepare for 2020 census interference, Facebook says content misrepresenting who can participate and the data the government collects will be banned from its social media platforms.

U.S. House Of Representatives Votes On Impeachment Of President Donald Trump

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Your Thoughts On The Impeachment Inquiry

12:58pm December 19, 2019

You tell us your thoughts, reactions and comments regarding the impeachment of President Donald Trump.

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Sen. Warren's Presidential Campaign Expands Presence In North Carolina

12:25pm December 19, 2019

by Neal Charnoff

Senator Elizabeth Warren's campaign is opening offices in North Carolina and touting endorsements. The Democratic presidential candidate has also weighed in on the Silent Sam controversy.

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Trump Ally US Rep. Mark Meadows Won't Seek Reelection

10:09am December 19, 2019

by Associated Press, Gary D. Robertson

Republican congressman Mark Meadows, a top ally to President Donald Trump, said Thursday that he won't seek reelection.