Outgoing Rep. Mike Rogers Reflects On Congressional Career
Robert Siegel speaks with Mike J. Rogers, outgoing chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
Politics & Government
Satire, Police Protests, and The Rhino Times
The editor of a conservative weekly is taking responsibility for a piece of satire that led to online outrage against the Greensboro police department.
Middle Class Economics Dominate Obama's State Of The Union
President Obama wants to expand an existing tax credit for child care and create a new one for families with two working spouses. He also wants to make two years of community college free and expand access to retirement savings programs.
IRS Budget Cuts May Make For An Unpleasant Tax Filing Season
The IRS commissioner warns that congressionally mandated budget cuts are hurting the agency's ability to crack down on tax cheats, process timely refunds and even staff its help lines.
Rep. Van Hollen: Obama's Focused On Helping Middle Class
Robert Siegel talks to Democratic Congressman Chris Van Hollen of Maryland about President Obama's State of the Union address on Tuesday.
Historic Diplomatic Talks Begin In Cuba
The most high-level U.S. delegation to visit Cuba in 35 years is in Havana for two days of talks. The meetings follow the historic thaw in relations announced simultaneously last month by President Obama and President Raul Castro. The focus of the talks will be migration and the nuts and bolts of restoring diplomatic ties.
Sen. Jeff Flake: Republicans Can Work With President On Trade
Robert Siegel talks to Republican Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona for his reaction to the State of the Union.
Meet The YouTube Stars Who Will Interview The President
On Thursday, President Obama will sit down for a round of unconventional interviews with some unconventional questioners.
King Approves New Statue Design For Veteran's Memorial
A North Carolina city has come up with a plan to replace a statue that had been at the center of a religious controversy.
An Early Lineup Emerges For 2016 Presidential Race
The 2016 Republican presidential field is getting crowded. Is the Democratic field already filled by one candidate? NPR's Scott Simon talks presidential politics with politics editor Ron Elving.