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.
What Election Officials Are Doing To Prevent Coronavirus Transmission While Voting
Election officials around the country are taking steps they hope will assure voters that they are safe at polling places, despite concerns about the spread of coronavirus.
Mayor Bill De Blasio Describes New York City's Response To Coronavirus
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio about how his city is coping with the community spread of coronavirus.
Kansas City Mayor Underscores Voter Access After Clerical Error Holds Up His Own Vote
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas was turned away from his polling place this morning due to an error by a poll worker. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with the mayor about his experience.
How Saudi Arabia And Russia Got Locked Into An Oil Price War
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with energy expert and author Dan Yergin about the international brinkmanship causing oil prices to plunge right now.
New York State Deploys National Guard To Manage Coronavirus In NYC Suburb
New York state is mobilizing the National Guard to help contain coronavirus in New Rochelle, N.Y. It will help enforce new restrictions on public gatherings and distribute food starting Thursday.
A Year After Accusations, Justin Fairfax Plots Next Act: A Run For Governor
About a year after Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax was accused by two women of sexual assault, he is planning a move to run for governor of that state.
President Trump Announces Economic Relief Measures Responding To Coronavirus Outbreak
President Trump spoke Monday night about the coronavirus outbreak, announcing a payroll tax cut, help for hourly wage earners and loans for small businesses. Vice President Mike Pence also spoke.
President Trump Has Consistently Downplayed Threat Of Coronavirus
Before Monday, President Trump consistently suggested that coronavirus concerns are overblown, suggesting news media and Democrats are trying to inflame the situation with little scientific basis.
As Biden Campaigns In Michigan, Detroit Voters Could Be Key To His Fortunes
Former Vice President Joe Biden has a long history with Detroit, and his path to winning Michigan in the primary and in November could run through the city and its African American voters.
In Indianapolis, Second Thoughts About Electronic Ankle Bracelets
Indianapolis has a lot of people wearing electronic monitoring bracelets as part of its criminal justice system. But some are cutting them off, and there are significant gaps in monitoring.
A Glimpse Of Life In Seattle Under Coronavirus Alert
In Seattle in the time of coronavirus, every day brings unsettling decisions. Ride the bus? Go to Starbucks? How about pre-natal yoga class? Several women at a recent session shared their concerns.