Politics & Government
Cory Booker Wants To Block Use Of Census Citizenship Data To Draw Voting Districts
The Democratic senator and presidential hopeful is introducing a bill to prevent a transformation of the redistricting process that he says could give Republicans a political advantage.
Tillis Introduces Law Enforcement Bill On ICE Detainers
Republican U.S. Senator Thom Tillis has introduced legislation that would require local law enforcement officials to adhere to detainer requests made by federal authorities.
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta Should Resign, Sen. Jon Tester Says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Sen. Jon Tester of Montana about calls for U.S. Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to resign due to his role in financier Jeffrey Epstein's plea deal.
California Is 1st State To Offer Health Benefits To Adult Undocumented Immigrants
Expanding health benefits to more undocumented immigrants was praised by state Democrats, but some Republicans worried about California becoming a "magnet" for migrants in search of coverage.
Can You Hear It? Sonic Devices Play High-Pitched Noises To Repel Teens
Philadelphia parks officials have implemented a device called the Mosquito, which only people under age 25 can hear, in an effort to decrease loitering and vandalism late at night.
With A Growing Membership Since Trump, Black Gun Group Considers Getting Political
The African American Gun Association is at a crossroads, trying to decide whether to stay a community-oriented organization or get into the political fray.
Alaska Legislature At Odds Over State Spending
After Alaska's governor called a special session, feuding lawmakers gathered in two separate cities — making it difficult to reach an agreement on funding measures for the state.
As Investigations Ramp Up, Trump Has Expanded White House Counsel's Office
For the first time, President Trump is spending more on staff than Barack Obama did during his final year as president.
Pentagon: July 4 Flyovers, Tank Displays And Performances Cost $1.2 Million
Defense Department officials released their tally on Tuesday after mounting pressure to detail the costs for taxpayers, but they say personnel participation was part of the training budget.