Politics & Government

Who Is Behind The Coup In Turkey?

5:04pm July 16, 2016

The coup in Turkey failed but the country is far from stable. The president accuses a religious leader in the U.S. of involvement. Al Jazeera's Abderrahim Foukara talks about the next steps in Turkey.

Barbershop: The GOP, The RNC And What It Means

5:04pm July 16, 2016

Business owner Joyce Banjac, college Republican Christian Pancake, Trump for Cuyahoga's Steve Herbik, and small business president Stacey Polk discuss being Republican this election year.

Trump Makes First Public Appearance With Pence

5:04pm July 16, 2016

by Sarah McCammon

Presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump appeared today for the first time with his vice presidential running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence. Pence brings a popularity with the base that could help Trump.

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Trump And RNC Raise $32 Million While Clinton And DNC Bring In $81 Million

2:52pm July 16, 2016

by Peter Overby

It's a big increase in Trump's fundraising but because of how the fundraising committees were set up, Trump's campaign only gets to keep a fraction of the money.

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump (right) introduces Gov. Mike Pence, R-Ind., during a campaign event to announce Pence as his vice presidential running mate on Saturday.

Donald Trump Introduces Mike Pence As His Running Mate

12:46pm July 16, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

"I've found the leader who will help us deliver a safe society and a ...really prosperous society for all Americans," Trump said. "Indiana Governor Mike Pence was my first choice."

President Barack Obama hugs Dallas Police Chief David Brown during a memorial service for the police officers killed in Dallas last week.

'Bias Remains:' A Week Of Strong Words On Race

12:00pm July 16, 2016

by Leah Donnella

Days of devastating events rooted in the tension between African-Americans and police prompt political leaders to speak frankly about bigotry and what they think should be done to stop it.

Indiana Reacts To Trump's Running Mate Pick Gov. Mike Pence

9:13am July 16, 2016

by Brandon Smith

Republican vice presidential candidate Mike Pence has been involved in Indiana politics for years. But lately, his reputation at home has taken a hit, even among Republicans.

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Trump Poised To Nominate Indiana Gov. Mike Pence At Republican National Convention

9:13am July 16, 2016

NPR's Linda Wertheimer takes a look at the week's big political stories with NPR's Ron Elving, including the vice presidential pick for the Republicans.

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'Rules Committee' Prepares To Establish Rules For Republican National Convention

9:13am July 16, 2016

Before the Republican National Convention starts Monday, a small group of delegates have to make the rules for it. NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with delegate Matt Micheli, a member on the committee.

Assessing International Fallout From Failed Military Turkey Coup

8:58am July 16, 2016

A military coup attempt in Turkey has injected more instability into a crucial ally of the the U.S. in the Middle East. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with NPR's Deb Amos.