When White Extremism Seeps Into The Mainstream
Professor Kathleen Belew explains how people on the mainstream right become radicalized, and why white nationalism grew so influential after the Vietnam War.
Politics
'All Hands On Deck': National Mall Is Closed As Agencies Fortify D.C.
The National Park Service cites the "real and substantial threat of violence and unlawful behavior" at the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden.
Off-Duty Police Officers Investigated, Charged With Participating In Capitol Riot
More than two dozen off-duty officers attended the pro-Trump rally. Many celebrated on social media at the time. But now they could face federal charges and find themselves out of a job.
Biden Administration Will Rename 'Operation Warp Speed,' Citing Trump 'Failures'
The Biden transition team also announced that Dr. David Kessler will be the White House's chief science officer for the COVID-19 response.
Week In Politics: Capitol Riot, Trump's 2nd Impeachment And Inauguration
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Hoover Institution fellow Lanhee Chen and Errin Haines of The 19th about the Capitol riot, President Trump's second impeachment and the incoming administration.
Reconstruction Era Expert On Why Politicians Use Terms Unity And Healing
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Eric Foner, a history professor at Columbia University, about what people mean when they talk about unity and healing during a moment of national division.
Biden Reveals Plans For COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
President-elect Joe Biden has released the details of his plans to revamp the COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Also, the Trump administration reportedly has used up the second dose reserve.
Biden To Call For Raising Federal Minimum Wage To $15 An Hour
President-elect Joe Biden will seek to increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour as part of his relief bill. On Friday, workers across the U.S. staged protests to press him to keep the promise.
Strict Security Measures In Place Across The Nation Ahead Of Inauguration Day
The FBI is monitoring "concerning online chatter" about events surrounding Inauguration Day, heightening security concerns ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's swearing-in.
U.S. Now Says No Direct Evidence Of 'Kill/Capture Teams' So Far In Capitol Riot
The top U.S. prosecutor for the District of Columbia cited a "disconnect" after federal prosecutors in Arizona said there was "strong evidence" that pro-Trump rioters intended to kill officials.