Harris To Lead Biden Administration's Mexico And Central America Diplomatic Push
The move comes as a flood of migrants to the southern border has tested the Biden administration's handling of immigration issues.
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Equality Act Would Extend Civil Rights Laws To LGBTQ People Throughout U.S.
South Carolina is one of about two dozen states that have few or no statewide LGBTQ protections. The federal Equality Act would change that, but some in the state say the bill goes too far.
After Boulder Shooting, Vice President Harris Says Senate Needs To Act
Harris downplays the role of executive action in tightening gun laws after recent mass shootings, saying legislation would make changes permanent.
White House To Allow TV Camera On Tour Of Shelter For Teen Migrants
The facility being toured by White House officials and lawmakers is not one of the warehouse-like border facilities for adults, where hundreds of minors have been held longer than allowed by law.
House Panel Will Examine How To Counter Domestic Terrorism Threat
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan about the growing threat of violent domestic extremism following the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
After Colorado Shooting, Biden Urges Action From Senate On Gun Bills
President Biden is urging Congress to pass gun control measures. That includes some popular provisions that remain stalled, even with Democratic control in Washington.
News Brief: Boulder Shooting, Gun Bills, Pandemic Survey Of Schools
Colorado gunman faces ten murder charges. After that shooting, Biden urged immediate action from the Senate on gun bills. Education Department releases data on remote learning and school reopenings.
Andrew Cuomo Clings To Power Amid Growing Calls To Resign As Governor
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faces multiple allegations, investigations and calls to resign. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic strategist Rebecca Katz about Cuomo's political resilience.
Trump Teases Starting His Own Social Media Platform. Here's Why It'd Be Tough
Banned from the likes of Twitter and Facebook, Trump says he may launch his own social media platform. But there are reasons to be skeptical that it could help him regain his once-ubiquitous presence.
Kim Janey Will Be Boston's 1st Female Mayor And Its 1st Non-White Mayor
As Boston Mayor Marty Walsh joins the Biden administration, the city will have its first female mayor and its first non-white mayor, Kim Janey.