EPA Interim Head Andrew Wheeler’s Approach To Environmental Policy
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with energy lobbyist and media strategist Frank Maisano about former Senate staffer and oil lobbyist Andrew Wheeler, who was just named acting EPA administrator.
Fires Across California Force Evacuations, Claim Homes And At Least One Life
Multiple counties have ordered evacuations as crews work to contain fires across the state.
Man Accused Of Threatening To Kill Supporters Of Trump And New York Congressman
A Long Island man has been charged with making a terroristic threat after police say he threatened to kill supporters of President Trump and Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York Friday.
Religion, The Supreme Court, And Why It Matters
With President Trump set to name the next justice to the high court soon, it’s worth noting it was once dominated by Protestant Christians. Now, it is now more Jewish, Catholic and conservative.
Pruitt’s Impact On The EPA
NPR’s Linda Wertheimer talks to Georgetown University law professor William Buzbee about the legacy of former EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and his deregulation efforts.
Vieques Still Finding Its Footing After Hurricane Destruction
The problems facing the mainland in the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and Maria didn’t skip this remote Puerto Rican island. But tourists still come and houses continue to sell.
Who’s In The Running For Kennedy’s Seat
David Lat of the website Above the Law joins NPR’s Linda Wertheimer to talk about President Trump’s shortlist of possible replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court.
Air Force Faces Pilot Shortage
The Air Force has a severe shortage of pilots, particularly fighter pilots.
What The Affirmative Action Guidelines Change Means
The Trump administration has revoked Obama-era affirmative action guidelines. Jon Boeckenstedt of DePaul University talks with NPR’s Linda Wertheimer about the effect on college admissions.
Media Coverage And The Supreme Court
NPR’s Linda Wertheimer talks with Matthew Hitt of Colorado State University about his research into how certain news coverage can change public perceptions of the Supreme Court.
Government Asks For Extension To Family Reunification Deadline
A federal judge in San Diego heard arguments from the federal government on Friday, asking for a deadline extension to reunify separated children and parents.
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