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.
Trump Urges Senators To Revive Republican Health Care Bill
President Trump urged GOP senators to keep trying to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act all at once. The push came a day after he seemed to favor repealing Obamacare without a replacement.
Trump's Election Integrity Commission Holds First Meeting In Effort To Probe Voter Fraud
President Trump's Advisory Commission on Election Integrity holds its first meeting Wednesday to uncover voter problems that undermine public confidence in U.S. elections. The panel has already faced criticism, especially from state election officials disturbed by the panel's request to send detailed voter registration data. The commission is looking for signs of voter fraud, which most election officials and experts say is rare.
'Washington Post': Trump Ends U.S. Aid To Syrian Anti-Government Forces
Washington Post reporter Adam Entous talks about his report that President Trump will end U.S. assistance for anti-government forces it has helped fight the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
Uncertainty Over Obamacare Leaves Next Year's Rates In Limbo
While Washington ponders the future of the Affordable Care Act, health insurers need to decide right now what to charge people for health insurance in 2018. "It's insane," says one CEO.
Teen Girls In Quinceañera Dresses Protest Texas Immigration Law
Teen girls celebrating their quinceañera are protesting on the steps of the Texas capitol Wednesday against a law allowing local police to question the immigration status of anyone they detain.
Los Angeles Dodgers Dominate Baseball Halfway Through Season
Just over halfway through the baseball season, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking dominant. NPR's Robert Siegel checks in with Jonah Keri of CBS Sports and Sports Illustrated.
Justice Department Reinstates Controversial Policy On Civil Asset Forfeiture
The Department of Justice is announcing its policy on civil asset forfeiture on Wednesday. The controversial practice means police can seize private property, regardless of conviction.
Salem, Mass., Dedicates Memorial To Witches Who Died On The Gallows
Salem, Mass., marked a dark chapter of its history on Wednesday. The city dedicated a memorial on the spot where five women were hanged for witchcraft more than three centuries ago.
California Moves To Require Boat Licenses Due To Safety Concerns
A handful of states don't require licenses to operate recreational motor boats. It's a major safety concern in California, but now, the state is about to begin permitting boaters.