Republicans Blast Obama's Plan To Transfer Gitmo Detainees
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Republican Sen. Cory Gardner about President Obama's plan to close the prison at Guantanamo Bay.
Politics & Government
Federal Judge Greenlights Conservative Group To Look Into Clinton Emails
The judge said he will allow Judicial Watch to take steps to find out whether the State Department and former Secretary Hillary Clinton "deliberately thwarted" an open records law.
Why Aren't People Declaring The GOP Race Over — And Trump The Winner?
In any normal year, a Republican who wins big in New Hampshire and South Carolina would practically be seen as the presumptive nominee. So why isn't that happening this year?
Spike Lee, Morgan Freeman Heat Up Democrats' Battle For Black Endorsements
Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton have been fighting hard to win over African-American voters. They're a critical voting bloc in Saturday's Democratic primary in South Carolina.
Sanders' Health Plan Renews Debate On Universal Coverage
Left-leaning economists and Democratic analysts are sparring over Sanders' proposal of health care for all, paid for by the government. Some who like his aspiration say the numbers don't add up.
Ready For Trump? Why The GOP Race Is Anything But Ordinary
In any typical year, a Republican who won in New Hampshire and South Carolina would be considered a shoo-in for the nomination. But 2016 is no ordinary year, and Donald Trump is no ordinary candidate.
With Bush Out Of the Race, A Massive War Chest Is Up For Grabs
Steve Inskeep talks to Bush fundraiser James Wareham, who is one of those who has to decide whether he is going to put his money behind another candidate.
Supreme Court Nominating Process Shrouded In Secrecy
President Obama will nominate a candidate to replace Antonin Scalia. Lawyers who worked in the Obama and George W. Bush White Houses offer clues as to what's happening with the vetting process.
Report: Obama Administration Makes 'No Progress' On Drone Program Transparency
A new report concludes the White House needs to do more to increase transparency and accountability of targeted killing operations in the waning months of the Obama administration.
From White House Adviser To Podcaster: David Axelrod On 'The Axe Files'
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Obama, about his new podcast, The Axe Files.