Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water
Florida has become the second state in the country — after Utah — to ban fluoridation of public water systems.
Why The Appearance Of High-Profile Witnesses Before Congress Is Appealing
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to columnist and commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about the history of high-profile witnesses who testify before Congress.
Congress Demands Greater Oversight Over U.S. Olympic Committee
The U.S. Olympic Committee is dealing with renewed calls to revamp itself after sexual abuse scandals and that it hasn't done enough to protect young athletes. Congress is increasing pressure as well.
Tensions With Iran Unlikely To Lead To Repeat Of 'Tanker War'
The recent attacks on oil tankers amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran has happened before. In the 1980s, the U.S. needed Gulf oil. Today, not so much.
'Throughline' Traces Evangelicals' History On The Abortion Issue
NPR's history podcast, Throughline, examines how the issue of abortion became a defining political issue for evangelicals.
U.N. Reports Record Number Of Refugees Worldwide
A U.N. agency says that the number of people displaced by violence last year surpassed 70 million, a new record. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to David Miliband of the International Rescue Committee.
News Brief: Iran Shoots Down U.S. Drone, Biden Comments, China-North Korea
Iran says it shot down a U.S. spy drone in its airspace. Joe Biden's recent comment draws heat from his 2020 presidential rivals. China's president holds two days of talks with North Korea's leader.
Former DHS Official On Trump's Mass Deportation Threats
Former Department of Homeland Security official Theresa Cardinal Brown talks with NPR's Noel King about President Trump's threats of mass deportations.
New Acting Defense Secretary
Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan withdrew from consideration to be permanent secretary and resigned. Army Secretary Mark Esper will serve as acting secretary.
Trump Launches Reelection Campaign With Familiar Themes
President Trump declared the start to his 2020 campaign Tuesday night, trying to define Democrats as extreme. He called on familiar themes of grievance and promises of greatness.