Afghan who helped U.S. military arrested by ICE after routine immigration hearing
An Afghan who helped U.S. military forces at war was arrested by ICE agents after appearing for an immigration hearing in San Diego. He may now face deportation despite death threats from the Taliban.
Removing Hemp From Controlled Substances List Is Overdue, Farmer Says
The Senate version of the farm bill would legalize industrial hemp and take it out of DEA classification. A Colorado farmer sees it as a savior crop when it comes to drought and tariffs.
Yemeni-American Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling Upholding Travel Ban
A Yemeni-American who's protested Trump's travel ban reflects on what the high court's decision means for mixed-status families who have been separated by Yemen's civil war and America's ban.
South Korea's Win Helps Mexico Advance To World Cup's Round 16
Mexico lost to Sweden in World Cup action on Wednesday. But because South Korea beat defending champions Germany, Mexico gets to advance to the round of 16. Mexican fans are ecstatic.
Morning News Brief
Battle lines are drawn over who will replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy. And, Presidents Putin and Trump are expected to meet soon for a one-on-one summit.
Supreme Court Rules Against Mandatory Union Dues For Public Employees
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that public sector unions are no longer allowed to compel workers to pay dues. This represents a blow to organized labor.
U.S. Ban On Travelers From Several Countries Upheld By High Court
David Greene talks to former Trump administration national security official Michael Anton, who says the ban will make the country safer. NPR's Mara Liasson weighs in on the conversation.
Federal Judge In San Diego Bars Migrant Family Separations
The judge ordered U.S. border authorities to reunite separated families within 30 days. The ruling also states that if the children are younger than 5, the reunification must occur within 14 days.
Families React To Supreme Court Upholding Of Travel Ban
Citizens of several mostly-Muslim countries are effectively banned from traveling to the U.S. after a Supreme Court ruling. Their family members are struggling to understand what comes next.
Progressive Activist Defeats Longtime Democrat In New York Primary
The 28-year-old activist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who was an organizer for Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign, defeated a longtime New York representative in Tuesday's primary election.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez On Her Primary Victory
In a major primary upset, activist Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez beat out longtime Democratic New York Rep. Joe Crowley. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ocasio-Cortez.