Former Canadian Deputy PM John Manley discusses Mark Carney's White House visit
NPR's Michel Martin talks with former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister John Manley about Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to the White House and how Canada plans to respond to Trump's tariffs.
Egypt Faces Worst Financial Crisis In Decades; Can't Import Sugar
For decades, the Egyptian government has subsidized everyday necessities like food and electricity. But the economy is in terrible shape and the government doesn't have money for imports.
Working Weekend: Obama In Peru; Trump In New Jersey
President-elect Donald Trump spent the weekend trying to figure out the rest of the key positions for his administration, while President Obama finished his last overseas trip in Lima, Peru.
Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan Steps Up Challenge To Nancy Pelosi
Steve Inskeep talks to Rep. Tim Ryan, who says he'll challenge Nancy Pelosi's nearly 14-year grip on the House Democratic caucus. Ryan says Pelosi was a mentor of his, but it's time now for a change.
Trump Offers Key Posts To Sen. Sessions, Rep. Pompeo, Retired Lt. Gen. Flynn
President-elect Donald Trump announced his picks for attorney general, CIA director and national security adviser. Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Scott Horsley and the Carnegie Endowment's Sarah Chayes.
Sen. Warner: Trump Advisers Lack Deep Experience In Intelligence Community
Steve Inskeep talks to Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia, a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, about how he expects President-elect Donald Trump to approach national security.
Syria's Government Pushes Aleppo Offensive As Obama Leaves Office
With Russia backing the regime's offensive and the incoming U.S. president skeptical of the rebels, besieged Aleppo residents fear little stands in the way of a regime military victory.
Trump Needs A++ People On His Cabinet, Fund Manager Scaramucci Says
President-elect Donald Trump says he'll announce his economic team on Tuesday. Steve Inskeep talks to Anthony Scaramucci, hedge fund manager and a member of Donald Trump's transition team.