As Bahamas Turn To Recovery, U.S. Worries About China Stepping In To Help
The Trump administration is keeping a suspicious eye on China while helping the Bahamas recover from Hurricane Dorian.
Politics & Government
Tepid U.S. Jobs Report Adds To Economic Jitters
The Labor Department says U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in August, fewer than private analysts had expected. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.7%.
What Federal Officials Are Doing About Foreign Interference Leading Up To 2020
The 2020 election may seem like a long way off. But, in fact, the campaign has already kicked off. So with the clock already ticking, what are federal officials doing about foreign interference?
Week In Politics: Brexit And The Democratic Climate Town Hall
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post, and David Brooks of The New York Times about Brexit, the Democratic Climate Town Hall, and President Trump's "Sharpie-gate."
Trump's Allies Move To Change Or Eliminate Primaries To Head Off Challengers
President Trump's political allies are trying to head off primary challengers by changing delegate rules and ending primaries around the country.
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
Hurricane Dorian threatens the eastern United States after devastating the Bahamas. And Texas loosens its gun safety laws after a deadly shooting.
Friday News Roundup - International
Both figurative and actual storms occurred on both sides of the Atlantic this week.
GOP Retirements Spike, Diminishing Hope Of Retaking House Majority In 2020
Experiencing life in the minority and increasing concerns about the GOP's prospects for retaking control are prompting more departures. Suburban areas remain the key political battlegrounds.
North Carolina Crime Victims, Testing Bills Signed By Cooper
New laws in North Carolina will scale back the number of standardized tests that public school students take and lay out expanded rights for crime victims.
Can President Trump Really Tweet A Highly Classified Satellite Photo? Yep, He Can
Last week, the president tweeted a highly detailed image showing the aftermath of an accident at Iran's Imam Khomeini Space Center. It reveals the power of U.S. spy satellites.