Administration Mulls Over Change In Tax Code
The Trump administration is floating an idea to unilaterally change the tax code by redefining how capital gains are calculated, a move that would benefit wealthy Americans.
Democrats Push For More Records On Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh
Democrats and Republicans in the Senate are at odds over access to past work experience for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. NPR’s Ailsa Chang speaks with Kristine Lucius, Senate Judiciary Committee’s former staff director, about the vetting proc…
What’s Next For Justice Anthony Kennedy Following Retirement
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy’s last day on the bench is Tuesday. Kennedy spoke about his retirement and plans to attend the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference in Anaheim, Calif. last Thursday.
North Korea Continues To Produce New Ballistic Missiles
North Korea continues to produce missiles despite talks with Trump in Singapore. Melissa Hanham, from the James Martin Center For Nonproliferation studies explains the evidence.
FACT CHECK: U.S. And North Korea After Their Singapore Summit
President Trump has claimed his summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has led that nation to begin the process of denuclearization and removed its threat to the United States. A fact check.
A Look Into What Immigrant Families Face At Busiest Border Crossing
The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas is the busiest section of the U.S.-Mexico border. NPR’s Ari Shapiro spends time with agents patrolling the border.
Former Oakland Mayor Ron Dellums Dies At 82
Former U.S. Representative and Oakland mayor Ron Dellums has died. He was known for helping found the Congressional Black Caucus and speaking out against apartheid in South Africa.
Blueprints For 3D-Printable Get Green Light In Texas
The State Department has settled a lawsuit that allows a Texas-based company to publish blueprints for guns that can be downloaded from the Internet and 3D printed at home.
Trump Officials Face Questioning From Lawmakers On Family Separation Policy
A number of Trump administration officials faced tough questioning from lawmakers on Capitol Hill Tuesday, as the federal government tries to undo its migrant family separation policy.
Abuse Reported In Immigrant Youth Shelters
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Topher Sanders ProPublica reporter about his reporting into cases of child sexual abuse in immigrant youth shelters.
Baseball Players Issue Apology Over Old Offensive Tweets That Resurfaced
Three Major League Baseball players had to apologize for racist and homophobic tweets made when they were still in high school. Lauren Walsh, a publicist, speaks with NPR’s Audie Cornish about accountability for social media posts.
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