Comedian and actor Ramy Youssef on when he began to see his parents as people
On Wild Card, well-known guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Comedian and Actor Ramy Youssef reflects on when he began to see his parents as people.
Chuck Berry Immortalized On Voyager Space Mission
In 1977, a recording of Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode" was included on a golden disc sent to space with the Voyager mission. The mission continues today.
Former U.S. Ambassador Criticizes Trump's Framing Of How NATO Works
On the campaign trail and since taking office, President Trump has been critical of United States' allies in NATO — calling them out for failing to pay their fair share on defense and for relying on the U.S. to carry the burden. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Ivo Daalder, former U.S. representative to NATO, about the current reality of the NATO alliance and what he makes of Trump's messaging.
Lawfare Editor Outlines FBI Director's Testimony On Russia, Wiretapping
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Benjamin Wittes, who runs the blog Lawfare, about Monday's congressional testimony regarding Russia's involvement in the U.S. presidential election.
FBI Director Confirms Investigation Into Trump-Russia Links
Members of Congress on the House Intelligence Committee questioned witnesses on Monday about the role played by Russia in the 2016 presidential race, including its potential ties to the Trump campaign.
Trump's White House Counsel Don McGahn Has Combative Record
White House Counsel Don McGahn has historical ties to President Trump and a combative record at the Federal Election Commission. His job is to interpret ethics laws and apply them to the White House.
Trump Confronts Ongoing Russia Controversy Amid Gorsuch Hearing
President Trump's Supreme Court nominee faces confirmation hearings, and the House nears a vote on the GOP's health care bill. That all could be drowned out by ongoing controversy about Russia.
Trump Faces Challenge Of Filling Over 100 Federal Court Vacancies
In addition to filling a seat at the Supreme Court, President Trump has more than 120 vacant federal court judgeships. A large number of them carried over from the Senate refusing to approve President Obama's nominees. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Brookings Institution visiting scholar Russell Wheeler about how Trump may shape the judiciary for years to come.
Confirmation Hearing Begins For Supreme Court Nominee Neil Gorsuch
Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch appears before the Senate for day one of his confirmation hearing on Monday. Gorsuch has been nominated to fill the spot on the court left vacant since the sudden death of Justice Antonin Scalia, a conservative, 13 months ago.
Supreme Court Nominee Gorsuch Appeals To Senators In Opening Statement
In his opening statement during his confirmation hearing today, Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch made an appeal as a fair-minded and apolitical judge.
Judge Harris Hartz Praises Neil Gorsuch As 'A Fair-Minded Person'
Judge Harris Hartz is strongly supportive of his colleague on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit and fellow conservative jurist, Neil Gorsuch. NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Hartz ahead of Gorsuch's confirmation hearing.