Politics & Government

Sen. Menendez Case Revolves Around Friendship With Florida Eye Doctor

7:27pm April 02, 2015

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Jay Weaver, a reporter for the Miami Herald, for a profile on Dr. Salomon Melgen, who is at the center of Sen. Robert Menendez's indictment on corruption charges.

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Wisconsin Sen. Johnson Reacts To Tentative Iranian Nuclear Deal

7:27pm April 02, 2015

NPR's Melissa Block gets reaction from Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin on the details of the Iran nuclear deal that were announced Thursday in Lausanne, Switzerland.

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President Obama about to walk out into the Rose Garden at the White House to announce the framework of a nuclear deal with Iran.

Americans Support Iran Talks, But Doubt They'll Prevent A Weapon

7:03pm April 02, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

President Obama said "solid majorities support a diplomatic resolution" with Iran. That's true to an extent. When you scratch beneath the surface, it's more complicated.

Christie's favorability rating lags behind other potential 2016 rivals.

Could Chris Christie Appoint Himself To The U.S. Senate? Yes, He Can

5:20pm April 02, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

The indictment of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., could lead to Chris Christie, R-N.J., appointing a replacement. With Christie's presidential prospects, he might want to consider appointing himself.

"Let Diplomacy Work" was spelled out near the Capitol by liberal, anti-war group MoveOn.org earlier this week.

How Congress Is Reacting To The Iran Framework

4:16pm April 02, 2015

by Amita Kelly

President Obama says he welcomes a "robust debate" on the Iran framework from Congress and the American people. He's already getting one.

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Southern Baptist Minister: Religious Liberty Law Permits Denial Of Some Services

2:58pm April 02, 2015

Indiana's religious freedom law is the subject of national debate, and for many its wording is a problem. Steve Inskeep talks to the Rev. Tim Overton of Muncie, who is in favor of the measure.

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"We must try as best we can to balance isolation and engagement, pressure and incentives, so that human rights and dignity are advanced over time," Obama said five years ago, accepting the Nobel Peace Prize.

Obama's Diplomatic Gamble On Iran Adding Instability In Middle East

2:49pm April 02, 2015

by Scott Horsley

Limited though it may be, analysts say the administration's negotiation with Iran has shaken traditional allies and left both friends and enemies uncertain about what it will do next in the region.

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Iranian Nuclear Talks Enter Overtime As Debate Continues On Key Issues

2:13pm April 02, 2015

NPR's Audie Cornish talks to New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger about differences in the American and Iranian approaches to the talks.

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Republicans Face Backlash Over Indiana, Arkansas 'Religious Freedom' Laws

8:10pm April 01, 2015

by Mara Liasson

The Republican Party is facing backlash over religious freedom laws passed this week in Indiana and Arkansas. The governor of Arkansas asked legislators Wednesday to reconsider its bill.

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Arkansas Governor Asks Legislators To Revisit 'Religious Freedom' Bill

8:00pm April 01, 2015

by Michael Hibblen

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson told state lawmakers Wednesday they should either amend or recall a bill that's dubbed a "religious freedom" measure.

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