Trump's Evolving Relationship With Saudi Arabia
Before he was elected president, Donald Trump was a critic of Saudi Arabia. Now, he says the U.S. is "locked and loaded" to respond to an attack on their behalf.
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Democratic Donor Ed Buck Accused Of Running A Drug Den After A 3rd Man ODs
For more than two years, activists say, Buck has avoided being charged with a crime because he is white, wealthy and politically connected.
Trump Names Robert O'Brien, Top Hostage Czar, As National Security Adviser
O'Brien has been working in the State Department as the administration's hostage negotiator. He'll replace former Ambassador John Bolton, who parted company with Trump.
Pennsylvania State Senator Resigns After Arrest On Child Porn Charges
Mike Folmer, 63, was arrested at his home on Tuesday. According to court documents, he told police that he "had been dealing with some personal problems."
Trump Says California's Ability To Set Its Own Emissions Standards Will Be Revoked
The end of the state's Obama-era waiver is seen by many as the latest move to undo a years-long push to produce more fuel efficient cars.
What Robert O'Brien May Mean For National Security Policy And Foreign Relations
David Greene talks with NPR's Greg Myre as well as former national security official Brett McGurk about the White House announcement that Robert O'Brien is the pick for national security adviser.
Trump Announces Robert C. O'Brien As New National Security Adviser
Robert C. O'Brien replaces John Bolton, who left the post last week. O'Brien moves from his current State Department role as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs.
Trump Administration To Revoke California's Power Over Car Emissions
NPR's David Green talks to law professor Jody Freeman, who is an ex-Obama staffer, about the expectation that the administration will revoke California's ability to set tighter environmental rules.
China Is The U.S.'s Top Intelligence Threat, American Officials Say
Three ex-U.S. intelligence officers recently were convicted or pleaded guilty to spying for China, and the Justice Department brought almost a dozen more cases related to Chinese economic espionage.
Tent Courts For Migrant Asylum-Seekers Described As Disorganized
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Lisa Koop of the National Immigrant Justice Center about new courtroom facilities in Texas at the U.S.-Mexico border that are processing asylum claims via teleconference.