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Judge Blocks Trump Campaign Attempt To Limit Use Of Drop Boxes In Pennsylvania

Republicans have challenged state laws that they say will lead to voter fraud. The judge said the Trump campaign’s concerns were mere speculation. In reality, voter fraud is extremely rare.

The Legality Of Private Militias

NPR’s Michel Martin speaks to former CIA analyst Cindy Otis and law professor Mary McCord about private militias and how white extremist groups use social media to recruit and amplify their message.

Cleanup Begins After Hurricane Delta Pummels Louisiana

People in south Louisiana are cleaning up after another hurricane walloped the state. Delta hit with 100-mph winds. More than a half-million homes and businesses are without power.

Hundreds Of Thousands Without Power After Hurricane Delta Sweeps Through South

Delta brought more damage to areas already hit hard by Hurricane Laura in August. By Saturday morning, the storm had weakened to a tropical depression, but more rain was expected in nearby states.

Michigan Domestic Terror Plot Sends Shockwaves Through Militia World

A slew of arrests in the alleged plot to kidnap the governor of Michigan sends a message to other armed groups agitating for political violence: You are being watched.

Effects Of The Coronavirus Outbreak On The White House

NPR looks back at a chaotic week at the White House as it grapples with a coronavirus outbreak that has affected key staff members and sent others to work from home.

Trump To Speak At White House Saturday, 1st Public Event Since COVID-19 Diagnosis

The White House said Friday it would give an update when the president tests negative and is cleared by his medical team. His doctor said Thursday he expected Trump would be good to go by the weekend.

Week In Politics: Vice Presidential Debate, Outbreak In White House, Trump’s Remarks

NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with David Brooks of The New York Times and E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post about the political news of the week.

Hurricane Delta Expected To Hit Louisiana 6 Weeks After Laura

Bringing powerful winds and storm surge, Hurricane Delta is moving toward Louisiana. The storm is forecast to affect some of the same areas Hurricane Laura devastated six weeks ago.

Extremism Researcher On Prevalence Of Militia Groups In The Pandemic

NPR’s Audie Cornish talks with Cynthia Miller-Idriss, who runs the Polarization and Extremism Research & Innovation Lab at American University, about the growth of right-wing militia groups in 2020.

What Will Happen To Commercial Real Estate As More People Work From Home?

The coronavirus pandemic forced many people to work from home. NPR looks into what remote work from home could mean for commercial real estate.

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