Dealing with Iran's nuclear program requires tricky diplomacy. But there's low trust
President Trump says U.S. and Israeli forces destroyed Iran's nuclear program. Analysts say Iran may have moved its uranium stockpiles. There's little trust, by all sides, in diplomacy.
Amazon Announces 1-Year Moratorium On Police Use Of Its Facial-Recognition Technology
Amazon announced Wednesday it is halting the use of its facial recognition technology by the police. Sudden shifts by major tech companies follow mass protests calling for police reform.
President Trump Authorizes Sanctions Against International Criminal Court Officials
President Trump has authorized sanctions against officials of the International Criminal Court involved in any investigations involving U.S. personnel.
New UMD President Steps Into The Job Amid Crisis
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Darryll Pines, a new president of the University of Maryland, about him stepping into the position in the middle of the pandemic and economic crisis.
Public Health Officials Encounter Harassment And Threats For Using Contact Tracing
Public health officials have been harassed and threatened for using contact tracing and other strategies to contain the spread of the coronavirus. They say the threats are based on misinformed fears.
Will Nationwide Protests Drive Up The Coronavirus Cases?
The nationwide demonstrations have caused concerns about a possible surge in the coronavirus cases. It would depend on how well everyone sticks to practices that keep the virus in check.
Chief of the Houston Police Department Comments On Policing Reforms
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Chief of the Houston Police Department Art Acevedo about his Wednesday testimony before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee.
Gen. Mark Milley Apologizes For Appearing In A Photo-Op With President Trump
Gen. Mark Milley has apologized for appearing in a photo-op with President Trump after authorities used tear gas and rubber bullets to clear the area from peaceful protesters.
NASCAR Bans Confederate Flag At All Of Its Events And Properties
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Jeff Gluck of The Athletic about NASCAR's decision to ban the Confederate battle flag at all of its events and properties.
Former New Orleans Mayor On Police Reforms
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to former New Orleans Mayor Marc Morial about Wednesday hearing on police reforms and accountability.
