Supreme Court blocks deportation of immigrants under Alien Enemies Act, for now
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting a group of immigrants in Northern Texas under the Alien Enemies Act.
GOP Senators Continue To Speak Out About Trump's Approach To Governing
Republican Sen. Jeff Flake, a critic of President Trump, called out the president during his announcement that he won't see re-election in 2018. He's adding his voice to others in his party who are speaking out about Trump. But what is the impact?
Republican Lawmakers Raise Serious Concerns Over Trump During His First Visit To The Hill
In President Trump's first trip to Capitol Hill as president, he met with Senate Republicans to discuss their push to pass tax legislation. But Tennessee Sen. Bob Corker and Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake raised concerns over Trump's governing.
Small Montana Company Awarded $300 Million To Help Restore Puerto Rico's Power Grid
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks to Nicky Ouellet of Montana Public Radio about the massive $300 million contract awarded to Whitefish Energy, a company based in the hometown of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, to help restore Puerto Rico's power.
How China Is Making Moves To Be The Dominant Player In The Asian Pacific Region
As President Trump prepares for his trip to the Asian Pacific region next week, Defense Secretary James Mattis is already in the Philippines. He's contending with a rising China that believes its time has come to be the region's dominant power.
For The First Time Since Hurricane Maria, Some Kids In Puerto Rico Went Back To School
In Puerto Rico, some students returned to class on Tuesday, more than a month after Hurricane Maria shut down the public school system island-wide. But many schools have not re-opened, fueling frustration among teachers, parents and students.
Six Weeks After Hurricane Irma, Daily Life Remains A Struggle On U.S. Virgin Islands
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Gerry Yandel, the executive editor of The Virgin lslands Daily News, about what daily life is like for those living on the islands more than a month after they were hit by Hurricane Irma and Maria.
92 Percent Of African Americans Say Black Americans Face Discrimination Today
A new survey looks at who feels discriminated against in America. The short answer: everyone, but for different reasons. And for some, it's nothing new. NPR's Code Switch team reports on how African Americans responded.
Report Calls California's Bail System 'Unsafe And Unfair' And Recommends It Be Reformed
An influential judicial panel recommends that California abolish commercial bail, declaring it "unsafe and unfair." The panel's report, released today, says bail should be replaced with a risk assessment system and expanded pre-trial services.
Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake Says He Won't Seek Re-Election, Denounces Trump
Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake denounced President Trump today during his announcement that he won't seek re-election in 2018. He told the Arizona Republic "there may not be a place for a Republican like me in the current Republican climate or the current Republican Party."
As ISIS Loses Territory, What Happens To Its Fighters Who Came From Other Countries?
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Seamus Hughes, deputy director of George Washington University's program on extremism, about whether ISIS fighters are returning to their home countries as feared, following losses in Iraq and Syria.
A Look At How China's Anti-Corruption Campaign Has Affected Ordinary Citizens
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Minxin Pei, professor of government at Claremont McKenna College, about how corruption permeates daily life in China and what impact Chinese President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign has had.