Biden warns Xi Jinping of consequences toward China if it continues Russian support
President Biden had a long video call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, warning against supporting Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.
Politics & Government
Alaska Rep. Don Young, the longest-serving current member of Congress, dies at age 88
Young, who was first elected to the U.S. House in 1973, was known for his brusque style. In later years in office, his off-color comments and gaffes sometimes overshadowed his work.
Biden tells China's Xi of the implications of assisting Russia in call, official says
A White House official declined to lay out the specifics of any potential U.S. response, but said that Biden was "detailed" and "direct" with the Chinese leader.
The House passes the CROWN Act, a bill banning discrimination on race-based hairdos
The U.S. Senate still must pass the CROWN Act before it can be approved by President Biden.
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 18)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Deputy Secretary of State Sherman on Ukraine latest and talks between China and U.S.
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman about diplomatic efforts in the war in Ukraine and U.S. aid to the country.
Better ventilation means healthier students, but many schools can't afford to upgrade
The better the air quality in schools, the better students do academically and healthier they are. Improving air quality is expensive, so advocates hope money set aside under the Biden Plan will help.
Mark Meadows faces North Carolina investigation over his voter registration
The probe follows an allegation that the former Trump White House chief of staff never resided at the address he put on his voter registration ahead of the 2020 election.
Black women form the first line of defense for a historic Supreme Court nominee
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first Black woman nominated to the court. For many activists, her confirmation hearings bring pride and inspiration — and resolve against conservative attacks.