The Stream: Iowa GOP Debate Edition
There's a big elephant not in the room ahead of tonight's Fox News Iowa Republican debate: Donald Trump.
Politics & Government
On The Clock: With No Trump, Rubio And Cruz Get The Most Talking Time
It was the last debate before the Iowa caucuses and one candidate didn't get any speaking time: Donald Trump, who said he wouldn't attend. Who talked the longest without him there?
Voters Don't See Trump As Religious, But They Also Don't Seem To Care
The findings of two recent surveys call into question a long-standing principle of U.S. politics — that voters prefer candidates with strong faith beliefs.
GOP Presidential Candidates To Hold Final Debate Before Iowa Caucuses
The Republican presidential candidates meet in Des Moines, Iowa, Thursday night for their final debate before the Iowa caucuses. Donald Trump will not be there, amid a feud with debate host Fox News.
Sen. Grassley: Lawmakers Must 'Compromise' On Criminal Justice Reform
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley about how his position on reform has changed and how lawmakers will have to come to a compromise on mandatory minimum sentences.
Planned Parenthood Investigations Find No Fetal Tissue Sales
On Monday, a grand jury indicted two anti-abortion activists who made videos purporting to show the organization illegally sells fetal body parts. The videos prompted a wave of state investigations.
Defiant Trump Exposes More Divisions Within Republican Ranks
The presidential candidates are in Iowa. Front-runner Donald Trump holds his own event Thursday night after pulling out of the GOP debate. Steve Inskeep talks to Jonah Goldberg of the National Review.
Veterans Criticize Empty Pledges Of Support By Republican Candidates
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Tim Hsia, an Army veteran and co-founder of Service 2 School, who says the candidates are using veterans for political gain without substantively addressing the issues.
Vincent 'Buddy' Cianci, Longtime Mayor Of Providence, R.I., Dies
The former mayor of Providence, R.I., has died after a bout with cancer. Vincent "Buddy" Cianci was a longtime colorful figure in local politics having served two stints as mayor. He was known for his unpredictable behavior, temper and love for his city.
USDA's Tom Vilsack: Federal Help For High Point Will Spur Growth, Give Hope
The City of High Point is getting federal help in setting up a farmers market.