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.
Ex-Flint Official Relied On Experts To Solve Drinking Water Issues
Congressional hearings have been looking into the lead-tainted water in Flint, Mich. Mary Louise Kelly talks to former Flint Emergency Manager Darnell Earley.
Conservatives Lobby Around Supreme Court Nomination
The justice vacancy means more TV ads, robocalls and the like from conservative and liberal advocacy groups. Many conservatives are digging into the record of President Obama's pick Merrick Garland.
Campus Food Pantries For Hungry Students On The Rise
Students with tight budgets are flocking to pantries at colleges. The nonprofits take donations, usually food that's about to be thrown out. That's sparking debate over what "needy" really means.
North Korean-U.S. Tensions Play Out In American Student's Arrest
The U.S. denounces North Korea for sentencing Otto Warmbier to 15 years hard labor for taking a souvenir from his hotel room. The case follows U.S.-imposed sanctions on the country's nuclear efforts.
Republican Senator Weighs In On Supreme Court Nomination
Renee Montagne talks to Sen. Orrin Hatch, who thinks the nominee shouldn't be named until after the presidential election. He says Democrats would oppose a mid-election pick if roles were reversed.
Judge Merrick Garland To Meet Senators
President Obama's Supreme Court nominee will meet with senators on Thursday. Most Senate Republicans had vowed to halt Obama's nomination, but some now appear more welcoming than the majority.
Florida Woman Fights To Keep A House-Trained Alligator
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission wants to seize a 6-foot-long pet reptile — they say he's just too big. But he isn't a normal alligator says his owner, Mary Thorn of Lakeland, Fla.
UK Slows Its Nightclub Scene
British youth are increasingly opting to stay home over clubbing and drinking. Recent consumer numbers also show Keurig-style coffee pods and nail polish are on their way in.
Submit Your Questions On The Dispute Between Apple And The FBI
The FBI wants Apple to unlock an iPhone used by 1 of the San Bernardino shooters. Morning Edition wants to hear what questions listeners have about the dispute, and we'll answer them on a later show.
On Foreign Policy, Trump's Campaign Hasn't Released Names Of Advisers
Little is known about the foreign policy plans of Donald Trump. Mary Louise Kelly talks to Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, who has met with the Republican front-runner.