Rep. Jeff Hurd discusses movement by some Republicans to reject deep Medicaid cuts
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Jeff Hurd, R-Colo., about a movement by some Republican lawmakers to reject deep cuts to Medicaid, the low-income federal health insurance program.
NAACP: Blatant Racism On Display In Charlottesville Is Disgusting
David Greene talks to Derrick Johnson, interim president and CEO of the NAACP, about Saturday's violence in Charlottesville, Va. He says President Trump gives permission for hate to thrive.
How To Keep Your Music Playlist From Embarrassing You
What song is alphabetically first in your music? If you don't want others to hear it, then load this: "A a a a a Very Good Song." Ten minutes of silence will give you a chance to pick a better song.
Teenager Preps To Run In 2018 Kansas Governor's Race
High school junior Jack Bergerson decided to run as a Democrat after he found out there was no age requirement. He says he wants to focus on health care and would support legalizing medical marijuana.
In Iowa, Trump Voters Evaluate The President's Performance
Polls show a steady decline in President Trump's approval ratings. Much of that has been dissatisfaction from independent voters who once supported him, but there's some softening of GOP support.
What Could Happen If Trump Formally Declares Opioids A National Emergency
The president has already called the opioid crisis an emergency. If he makes it official through a formal declaration, more money and personnel could be available to deal with the epidemic.
Congress Considers U.S. Options When Dealing With North Korea
Rachel Martin talks to Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York, a member of the House Foreign Intelligence Committee, about the threats involving North Korea's missile tests.
Mass. Governor Walks A Tightrope On Trump's Immigration Issue
The arrest and detention of a MIT janitor who is in the country illegally is pulling Gov. Baker into the debate. The GOP governor is trying to stake middle ground in his Democratic-leaning state.
Shortly After Being Elected, Macron's Popularity Fades Fast
New French President Emmanuel Macron has seen a sharp drop in popularity. Pollsters attribute the drop in approval to budget cuts and attempts to overhaul the untouchable French labor code.
Uncertainty Over Affordable Care Act Subsidies May Mean Higher Rates
Rachel Martin talks to Marc Harrison, CEO of Intermountain Healthcare, about how the uncertainty around federal subsidies in the Affordable Care Act is complicating his business. Premiums could go up.
Sudden Drought Conditions Spur Montana's Wildfires
Fire season is Montana began early this year, and the blazes continue to burn larger than in average years. Meteorologists say they're being fueled by something called a flash drought.