Biden Doesn't Think $15 Federal Minimum Wage Hike Will Survive COVID-19 Relief Bill
Biden has called to more than double the federal minimum wage as part of his economic relief plan.
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Acting Capitol Police Chief Promises 'Significant' Changes Following Deadly Riot
The Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol exposed a number of security shortfalls at the seat of American democracy. Acting Chief Yogananda Pittman released a video statement Friday evening.
Should Schools Reopen If Teachers Aren't Yet Vaccinated? CDC Will Soon Weigh In
President Biden wants schools to reopen quickly. But there are questions about whether teachers should first be vaccinated. The CDC will provide more guidance next week.
Congress Approves Budget, Paving the Way For Biden's COVID-19 Relief Package
Congressional committees now move to the next stage of finalizing the details of President Biden's $1.9 trillion bill. Democrats are using a process that can pass the legislation on a party-line vote.
Inside The Biden Administration's Policy On China And Taiwan
The Biden administration is already projecting a tougher policy on China and Taiwan than many expected. Analysts say that sends important early signals to allies in Asia — and Beijing.
Biden Administration Focuses On Racial Equity, Faces Backlash From Conservatives
President Biden's early days in office have included a focus on racial equity, arguing that it is the responsibility of the federal government. But that focus is facing backlash among conservatives.
U.S. Slowly Whittles Away At Mountain Of Pandemic Job Losses, Jobs Report Shows
A lackluster jobs report from the Labor Department on Friday increases the pressure on policymakers to offer additional economic aid. Without additional help, a full jobs recovery could be years away.
Member Of White House Council of Economic Advisers On The Coronavirus Relief Plan
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Heather Boushey, a member of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, about the latest jobs numbers and the upcoming coronavirus relief plan.
Lawmakers In Virginia Vote To Abolish The Death Penalty
Lawmakers in the Democratic-majority Virginia legislature voted to end the death penalty citing its high cost, the possibility of executing the innocent and its disproportionate racial impact.
Biden Pledged Historic Cabinet Diversity. Here's How His Nominees Stack Up
President Joe Biden's core group of advisers is more racially diverse and has more women than those of former Presidents Donald Trump or Barack Obama. See a list of the picks and their experience.