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Majority of Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, NPR/Ipsos poll finds
by Joel Rose
As the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship, a new poll finds that less than a third of Americans want it to end. But other parts of the White House's immigration crackdown are more popular.
Migrant Surge In El Paso Strains Border Patrol
by John Burnett
El Paso is the new illegal crossing hot spot on the southern border. Officials say they have run out of room to process migrants, and they're encountering more and more infectious diseases.
Meet The Lawyer Arguing Against Partisan Gerrymandering Before the Supreme Court
by Johnny Kauffman
In a major Supreme Court case on Tuesday, the justices will decide whether politicians can draw district lines to benefit their party. The lawyer arguing they can't has extensive experience.
How Media Organizations Can Help Mitigate Suicide Contagion
by Rhitu Chatterjee
Hearing about suicide can increase a person's risk of suicide. But there are ways for the media to mitigate that through responsible reporting
White House Responds To Conclusion Of Mueller Report And Its Findings
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Adam Kennedy, White House deputy director of communications, about President Trump's response to the conclusion of the Mueller investigation and its findings.
Singer-Songwriter Scott Walker Dies At 76
Singer Scott Walker, an American who had pop music success in the U.K. and Canada in the 1960s, has died at 76. The Ohio-born performer re-invented himself as a member of the Walker Brothers .
Israel Says The Hamas Militant Group In Gaza Launched A Rocket At Israel
by Daniel Estrin
A rocket launched from Gaza toward central Israel injured seven people and prompted Israel's prime minister to cut short a trip to Washington, D.C. Before leaving, he met with President Trump.
Former Acting Solicitor General Discusses Conclusion Of The Mueller Report
Attorney General Barr's reading of the Mueller report is that the president did not obstruct justice. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Neal Katyal, former acting solicitor general, about what that means.
What It Means That A Possible Recession Signal Flashed On Wall Street Last Week
by Scott Horsley
A possible recession signal flashed on Friday. It's called an inverted yield curve. Many economists believe that when yields on long and short term treasury debt invert, a downturn is likely to follow.
Michael Avenatti Arrested In New York, Facing Federal Charges
by Joel Rose
Michael Avenatti, the lawyer who represented adult film actress Stormy Daniels, has been arrested and is facing a variety of federal charges.
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer Discusses Ongoing Trade Talks With China
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer ahead of his return to China for continued trade talks.
Floodwaters Are Receding, But Health Concerns Remain For Missouri River Communities
by Andrea Tudhope
As floodwaters recede along the Missouri River, water contamination remains an issue for riverside communities in Missouri. Health officials and water treatment facilities are trying to deal with it.
Mueller's Investigation Is Over, And President Trump's Supporters Are Relieved
by Jeff Brady
In Berks County, Pa., Republican and Democratic voters respond to the conclusion of special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.