Politics & Government

President Trump signs a confirmation for James Mattis to be defense secretary, Friday in the Oval Office.

Trump Signs Executive Order To 'Ease The Burdens Of Obamacare'

8:42pm January 20, 2017

by Scott Horsley

The new White House took action on four measures Friday night, notably on the Affordable Care Act and regulations. The White House did not immediately make it clear what exactly was signed.

Supporters react on the National Mall to the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20, 2017 in Washington, DC.

As Trump Is Sworn In, Supporters Debate His Role In Healing Racial Wounds

8:26pm January 20, 2017

Fans of the new president say he could do some good in improving race relations in America. But they say the solution can't be left to him alone.

Former President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush depart after the inauguration ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol on Friday.

#Meme Of The Week: George W. Bush Battles Poncho At Inauguration And Loses

7:25pm January 20, 2017

Former President George W. Bush had a really hard time figuring out his poncho at the inaugural parade.

First Family Watches Inaugural Parade Along Pennsylvania Avenue

7:25pm January 20, 2017

by Asma Khalid

After leading the route, President Trump and his family watched the inaugural parade wind down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.

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President Donald Trump; his wife, Melania, and other family members arrive for the presidential inaugural parade.

Digital Transition Of Power Is Not So Peaceful

7:22pm January 20, 2017

by Danielle Kurtzleben

As with every new administration, Donald Trump and his team took over the White House website Friday.

President-elect Donald Trump waits to step out onto the portico at the West Front of the U.S. Capitol for his inauguration.

The Trump Foreign Policy Doctrine — In 3 Points

6:18pm January 20, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

When the clock struck noon, the White House website switched over to signify Donald Trump becoming the new president. And on that site, Trump laid out how he would approach the world.

"Build Bridges Not Walls," reads a banner held by demonstrators on London's Tower Bridge to protest Donald Trump's inauguration as U.S. president on Friday.

PHOTOS: As World Watches Trump Become President, Protests And Some Celebrations

4:56pm January 20, 2017

by Hannah Bloch

As Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th U.S. president Friday, protests and demonstrations were underway around the world, from London to Manila. There were a few celebrations, too.

'We Are An Unstoppable Group': Participants Prepare For Women's March

4:28pm January 20, 2017

Hundreds of thousands of people are participating on Saturday in a march, called the Women's March on Washington. NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with three participants about their decision to walk and their hopes and fears for the new administration.

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Amid Protests, Donald Trump Takes Oath Of Office To Become President

4:28pm January 20, 2017

Donald Trump, the businessman and former star of the TV show, The Apprentice, became the 45th President of the United States on Friday. Supporters and protesters of the new president gathered in Washington, D.C., as Trump took the oath of office and delivered his inaugural address.

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Demonstrators Gather In Washington, D.C., To Protest Trump's Inauguration

4:28pm January 20, 2017

NPR's Kelly McEvers reports on protests in Washington, D.C., during the day of Donald Trump's inauguration. She asks protestors what triggered their protests and if they have protested before.

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