Politics & Government
A Better-Funded Movement Is Growing To Counter The NRA
In the year since the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., the NRA's influence is changing. And, the groups political spending is down.
Blackface Didn't End In The 1980s
Two top Virginia lawmakers have admitted to wearing blackface in the 1980s. But blackface didn't stop then.
Trump Will Sign Bill. No One Wants Another Shutdown, Sen. Leahy Says
Rachel Martin talks to Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont, the top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Committee and one of four negotiators of the bipartisan border security compromise measure.
Aviation Workers Caution Another Shutdown Could Affect Holiday Travel
Congress is moving to keep air traffic controllers and other FAA employees from feeling the effects of another government shutdown. Could that ease the pressure on leaders to avoid future shutdowns?
As Democrats Emphasize Diversity, South Carolina Is A Key Early Campaign Stop
The state's large share of African-American Democratic voters and a well-timed spot on the 2020 primary calendar make it a critical state for presidential candidates.
News Brief: Border Security Budget, 'El Chapo' Conviction, Migrant Shelter
President Trump is not happy with a budget deal but thinks a government shutdown is unlikely. A drug lord is convicted on all charges. Migrant children are sent to a Florida shelter — we get a tour.
Fairfax Continues To Preside Over Va. Senate As Staffers Resign, Investigation Begins
Virginia's Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, a Democrat, is on leave at his full-time employer, an international law firm, as it pursues an investigation into the sexual assault allegations against him.
'No More Xenophobia': Calif. Governor Criticizes Trump On Immigration
In his first State of the State speech Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom wasted no time in criticizing what he called President Trump's "fear-mongering" over the "so-called 'border emergency.'"
McConnell Plans To Bring Green New Deal To Senate Vote
The Senate majority leader wants to put the massive progressive climate change framework to a vote. Its Democratic sponsor is not pleased by the move from the top Senate Republican.