Putting A Face To Anti-Trump Voters
Harvard political scientist Theda Skocpol has been studying a grassroots movement that could re-energize Democrats: mostly middle-aged, college-educated white women. She talks with Don Gonyea.
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Russia Investigation Update
Special counsel Robert Mueller appears to be examining a mysterious 2017 meeting in the Seychelles, Paul Manafort pleads not guilty again, and witnesses appear before the grand jury.
Tariff Repercussions
President Trump announced new tariffs on steel and aluminum this week, making markets gyrate and allies angry. NPR's Don Gonyea speaks to David Rennie, Washington bureau chief for The Economist.
Trump's Upcoming Meeting With North Korean Leader Has Potential For High Reward
A summit with Kim Jong Un also brings with it high risk. As both leaders prepare for the meeting, many are wondering what Trump will bring to the table and what the next steps will be.
Trump's Military Parade Is Set For Veterans Day
The Pentagon has released a memo detailing a planned November extravaganza — "No tanks," Washington, D.C., officials should be relieved to learn. City streets can't take the weight.
No Go For Idaho: State Will Have To Rethink Its 'Freedom' Health Policies
The Trump administration has advised Idaho that its plan to allow insurance policies that fall short of Obamacare standards could result in penalties for insurers. But another strategy might yet fly.
Trump Pardons Ex-Navy Sailor Sentenced For Photos Of Submarine
President Trump frequently referenced Kristian Saucier's case during the 2016 campaign, saying he had been punished for a lesser offense than what Hillary Clinton did with her private email server.
White House Says North Korea Meeting Will Happen Only With 'Concrete' Action
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said a meeting between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will only happen once the country shows a commitment to denuclearization.
Florida Governor Signs Package Of New Gun Restrictions
Among other things, the legislation raises the legal age for gun purchases to 21, institutes a waiting period of three days and allows for the arming of some school personnel
White House Response To Lawmakers On Security Clearances 'Inadequate'
The House Oversight Committee had a lot of questions for the White House about security clearance procedures. The response came eight days late and was "inadequate," the committee said.