Trump's massive spending bill & the GOP's priorities
House Republicans muscled through President Trump's massive tax and spending bill this week. The vote this week sends a clear message about where the Republican party is today.
What Is Biden's Coronavirus Response Plan?
Joe Biden's pandemic plan has seven points. He'd ask states to mandate masks. He also has detailed proposals on testing, contact tracing, creation of a public health job corps and other measures.
Coronavirus Cases, Hospitalizations And Deaths Surge Across The U.S.
Coronavirus cases are surging to record levels around the U.S.; hospitalizations and deaths also are rising, raising concerns about how the situation will develop in the winter.
Hospitals In Rocky Mountain States Struggling To Keep Up With Coronavirus Surge
Hospitals in Utah are full and poised to start rationing care. They're also filling up in Montana and Idaho. Colorado is trying to avoid those states' fate.
8 People Charged Over Alleged Role In Chinese Government Operation In The U.S.
The Justice Department has announced charges against eight people over allegedly acting as Chinese government agents and taking part in an illegal Chinese law enforcement operation in the U.S.
He's For Trump, She's For Biden: How A Married Couple Navigate Political Differences
NPR visits one politically divided married couple in Pueblo, Colo., as they debate politics ahead of the 2020 election.
Global Conflict Experts See Signs Of Potential Violence Around U.S. Election
For years, human rights groups based in the U.S. have watched elections abroad, especially in places with histories of violence. This year, some are turning their attention to the U.S. election.
The Dodgers' Justin Turner Celebrates With Teammates After Testing Positive For Virus
The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the World Series. Afterward, a Dodger player who was removed from the game after testing positive for the coronavirus celebrated the victory with teammates.
In The Final Days Before The Election, Trump Pushes To Attract More Black Voters
The Trump campaign has made a concerted push to win over more Black voters. Polls show signs there could be a bump. NPR discusses whether that support could make a difference in swing states.
How And When Are Votes Officially Counted?
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Wendy Weiser of the Brennan Center for Justice's Democracy Program about how and when votes are counted and about the growing number of lawsuits debating the issue.
China Blocks Website After Complaints About Fan Fiction Story On A Celebrity
A beloved fan fiction website in China has gone dark after some readers protested a story about a famous actor — and government censorship intervened.
Democrats Take Campaign Fundraising To New Levels In 2020
Democratic candidates have outraised Republicans in nearly every competitive congressional race in 2020, giving the party a financial edge in the homestretch.