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.
Democrat Wexler Offers Social Security Reform Plan
Congressman Robert Wexler of Florida became the first Democrat to offer a proposal for Social Security reform. Democrats had stayed away from offering a specific fix for the projected Social Security shortfall, instead allowing President Bush to present his ideas. Rep. Wexler explains his plan.
Democrat Wexler Offers Social Security Reform Plan
Congressman Robert Wexler of Florida became the first Democrat to offer a proposal for Social Security reform. Democrats had stayed away from offering a specific fix for the projected Social Security shortfall, instead allowing President Bush to present his ideas. Rep. Wexler explains his plan.
Explaining Social Security Benefits
The public is learning a lot about Social Security these days, and so is NPR's Mara Liasson. In a story broadcast on April 29, she made a mistake. Now, she corrects herself with an explainer about how benefits are calculated.
Explaining Social Security Benefits
The public is learning a lot about Social Security these days, and so is NPR's Mara Liasson. In a story broadcast on April 29, she made a mistake. Now, she corrects herself with an explainer about how benefits are calculated.