First Lady Decks The White House Halls
The theme for this year's holiday decorations is "American Treasures," which first lady Melania Trump says is meant to "honor the heart and spirit of the American people."
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Mississippi Senator Attended School Set Up After High Court Ordered Desegregation
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Jackson Free Press reporter Ashton Pittman who reported that Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith attended an all-white private school.
Trump Threatens To Shut Down U.S. Border With Mexico
President Trump also defended U.S. border agents' use of tear gas on migrants who were trying to cross into the U.S. from Tijuana, Mexico.
Former Michigan State President Arraigned On Charges Tied To Larry Nassar Scandal
Lou Anna Simon has been charged with lying to police. The charges are part of an investigation related to Nassar, the Olympics doctor who abused hundreds of women and girls.
The Political News Didn't Stop Over Thanksgiving. Here's What You Missed
Over the long weekend, President Trump aired several grievances, the federal government published a report on global warming and U.S. border agents fired tear gas at migrants at the border.
House Democrats Debate How Aggressive To Be When They Take Over
Democrats are divided over how to use the investigative and oversight powers they'll have when they take the majority in the House in January. Moderates want to play things straight.
It Took Time, But Officials Made Sure That In R.I. Precinct, Every Vote Was Counted
Only one of a Rhode Island precinct's 14 registered voters showed up to vote on Nov. 6. The voter's paper ballot was then mailed in and manually counted. More than a week later, the result is in.
Use Of Tear Gas At U.S.-Mexico Border Is Shocking, Rep. Peters Says
David Greene talks to Democratic Rep. Scott Peters of San Diego about U.S. agents firing tear gas at migrants attempting to cross from Tijuana, Mexico. NPR's Scott Horsley weighs in on the discussion.
News Brief: Border Closure, Genetically Edited Babies, Climate Report
The U.S. briefly shut down its largest border crossing with Mexico Sunday. A report from The AP indicates designer babies are more within reach. A comprehensive climate report has been released.
Judge Orders Former Trump Campaign Aide Papadopoulos Behind Bars Monday
Papadopoulos pleaded guilty last year to lying to the FBI about his relationship with Russian officials and their intermediaries during the 2016 presidential election.