Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Trump administration's emergency request to fire the heads of two independent agencies. But the decision is technically a temporary one.
Microsoft Says It Thwarted Attack By Russian Hackers
Microsoft says a group associated with the Russian government has been targeting U.S. political groups ahead of the elections. NPR talks to Brad Smith, Microsoft's president and chief legal officer.
Former Nazi Concentration Camp Guard Deported To Germany
A former Nazi guard living in New York City has been deported, according to U.S. officials. The New York congressional delegation pushed for this, and President Trump made it a priority.
Protesters Demand Release Of Uganda's Leading Opposition Politician
Uganda's opposition legislator has been in detention for more than a week after leading a demonstration against longtime ruler President Yoweri Museveni. His supporters are rallying for his release.
Russian Hackers Targeted U.S. Political Groups, Microsoft Says
David Greene talks to Washington Post reporter Elizabeth Dwoskin about Microsoft blocking some fake websites designed by Russian hackers to target think tanks in favor of sanctions against Moscow.
Debate Brews In Pueblo Over The Balance Of Coal And Renewable Energy
In Colorado, residents of Pueblo are concerned renewable energy jobs will not be as well paying as the ones in the nearby coal plant.
Trump Administration Expected To Reveal Changes On Coal-Fired Plants
David Greene talks to former EPA official Janet McCabe as President Trump is expected to formally propose a vast overhaul of climate change regulations, including rules she helped to write.
U.S. Prison Inmates To Strike Over Poor Living Conditions
Prisoners in 17 states will strike Tuesday in an effort to draw attention to conditions and what they say are exploitative labor practices. David Greene talks to German Lopez, senior reporter at Vox.
Researchers Examine What Social Isolation Can Do To Men's Health
Our circle of friends may shrink as we age, and researchers say this is especially grave news for men's physical and mental health. (This piece originally aired on May 20, 2018 on Morning Edition).
