Majority of Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, NPR/Ipsos poll finds
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.
In Texas, One Republican Lawmaker Is Trying To Halt The Bathroom Bill
The Texas governor and lieutenant governor are leading efforts to pass several Republican red meat bills – like a ban on transgender bathroom access. But one Republican lawmaker is pushing back.
Ara Parseghian, Legendary Notre Dame Coach, Dies At 94
Ara Parseghian was a force at the University of Notre Dame. He brought the football program back to national prominence during the 1960s and 1970s, including two championships.
Motts Haven In The Bronx Targeted For Remake
You know your neighborhood is targeted for a remake, when a developer wants to rename it. One developer's new moniker for Mott Haven in the Bronx is the "Piano District." WNYC's Jessica Gould reports.
Iraqi Troops Vs. ISIS: A Campaign Of Revenge
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Belkis Wille, Iraq researcher at Human Rights Watch about Iraqi troops' campaign to root out ISIS. Human rights observers say the tactics used by Iraqi troops are abusive.
DOJ Plans To Take Affirmative Action Against College Admissions
The Justice Department plans to investigate universities using affirmative action policies that discriminate against white applicants. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Bob Driscoll, who served at the DOJ.
Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Bill
President Trump objects to a bill that imposes new sanctions on Russia even as he signs it.
An Investigation Into Juvenile Life Without Parole
Mandatory life without parole for juveniles in murder cases has been banned for five years. But an Associated Press investigation revealed that the ban has been enforced unevenly across the country.
DHS Waives Environmental Laws For Border Wall Construction
The Department of Homeland Security announces that it would waive environmental and other laws to ensure the "expeditious construction" of barriers and roads near the U.S.-Mexico border.
Lawsuit Alleges Fox News, Trump Supporter Made Up Seth Rich Story
The Fox News Channel and a supporter of President Trump concocted a story about the death of a young Democratic National Committee staffer, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
When An NBA Star Used His Name To Make Shoes Less Expensive
Famous basketball players usually charge more when their names appear on them. But what happened when an NBA All-Star tried to use his name to charge less?