Per California Gov. Newsom, Trump order to send in Guard affects all states
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-Calif., about the protests in his state and the federal government's decision to send in the National Guard.
U.S. Withdraws Forces From Syria, Following White House Orders
The U.S. is withdrawing its forces from Syria on orders from the White House. This is a reversal of U.S. policy and had been opposed by the Pentagon.
'Sesame Street' Addresses Issue of Homelessness With New Muppet, Lily
Lily is the first Sesame Street character to experience homelessness and food insecurity. It's hoped she'll help adults and children learn how to talk about these issues.
In 'Mary Poppins Returns,' The Practically Perfect Nanny Is Back
In Mary Poppins Returns, Emily Blunt takes on the role of the supercalifragilistic nanny made famous by Julie Andrews in 1964.
Despite Pressure From Trump, The Federal Reserve Will Raise Key Interest Rate
The Federal Reserve ignored pressure from President Trump and announced Wednesday that it will raise its key interest rate a quarter of a point.
Parkland Father Shares What This Holiday Season Has Been Like Since The Death Of His Son
Max Schachter's son Alex was killed in the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. For "First Holiday Since," Max reflects on spending the season without Alex, and on how Alex's death has given his life new meaning.
Migration Policy Institute Senior Fellow Fact Checks Trump's Border Wall Claims
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Doris Meissner, senior fellow with the Migration Policy Institute, about President Trump's claims on the effectiveness of a border wall and how much money it'll save the U.S.
Once A Rising GOP Star, Paul Ryan Delivers Farewell Address
House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., is retiring after three years in the post. He became a national figure touting entitlement reforms but failed to enact any.
To Gain Support From Republican Politicians, Kushner Leveraged Ties With Right-Wing Media
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Politico reporter Eliana Johnson about Jared Kushner's campaign to gain the support of the right-wing media in order to cultivate the support of Republican politicians.
Criminal Justice Reform Bill Earns Senate Approval, Moves Closer To Becoming Law
A bipartisan bill aimed at overhauling federal prisons and reducing recidivism cleared a major hurdle Tuesday night.
