Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Voices From The Southern Border: Perspectives Of Those Who Live And Work There Every Day
President Trump has called what's happening on the U.S.-Mexico border a "crisis." But what is it like for the doctors, judges, mayors and border patrol agents who live and work there?
Former HUD Secretary Julián Castro Announces 2020 Democratic Presidential Bid
The Democratic presidential field grew this weekend with the entry of former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro. Many more candidates appear to be finalizing their campaign plans.
Trump Still Considering National Emergency Declaration As Shutdown Negotiations Continue
The partial government shutdown, already the longest in U.S. history, continues with no end in sight.
'Washington Post' Journalist Reports Trump Hid Details Of Meetings With Putin
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Greg Miller of The Washington Post, who reported that U.S. officials claim Trump has hidden details on his meetings with Putin for the past two years.
Former Egyptian Foreign Minister Reacts To Trump Administration's Policy Approach
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with former Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy about the mixed messages coming from the Trump administration on their foreign policy.
Pompeo Meets With Saudi Crown Prince During Diplomatic Tour
The Saudi kingdom has been a longtime U.S. ally, but the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi has angered many Americans. Pompeo will meet with the Saudi Crown Prince on Sunday.
'Cat Person' Author's New Book Evokes #MeToo Themes
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Kristen Roupenian, the author of a new book of short stories called You Know You Want This. Roupenian's short story "Cat Person" went viral in 2017.
Budget Negotiations Continue As Government Shutdown Enters Its 3rd Week
Budget talks between congressional aides and the White House did not break any new ground Saturday. President Trump is still insisting on $5.7 billion for a border wall.
A U.S. General Walks Baghdad Streets For The First Time In Years
It's been several years since a U.S. commander has stepped foot in downtown Baghdad. But this past week, one U.S. Marine general walked the city streets with his Iraqi counterparts.
'An Act Of Faithful Resistance': Congregations Offer Refuge For Immigrants
Across the U.S., congregations of many faiths are providing sanctuaries to immigrants facing deportation orders.