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Russia launched a pre-dawn air raid on Ukraine's capital. Republican presidential hopefuls head to Iowa. China launches a new crew into space, including its first civilian astronaut.
Politics & Government
GOP presidential candidates make their way to Iowa to try to woo voters
GOP presidential hopefuls are hitting early states for a chance to connect with voters. In Iowa, a former president, a current governor and a sitting senator might all be greeting the same people.
The first office for missing and murdered Black women and girls set for Minnesota
The office will investigate cold cases and reopen suspicious cases, assist police agencies and community groups in active cases, and serve as a point of contact for those reluctant to talk to police.
Liz Cheney tells Colorado graduates to 'stand in truth,' warns democracy is in peril
The former U.S. congresswoman (R-Wyo.) and House leader told graduates of her alma mater that America cannot remain a free nation if the truth is abandoned.
In Memorial Day remarks, Biden honors troops who 'gave all' to protect democracy
President Biden marked the 155th anniversary of Memorial Day with remarks at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.
A look at the new budget deal that would raise the debt ceiling
The White House and House Republicans have a deal on the debt ceiling. What remains to be done — and what are the roadblocks — ahead of a vote this week in the House?
Biden and McCarthy reach a deal to avoid default. Here's what's in it
While the bill raises the debt ceiling, it also affects a wide range of people by limiting spending and changing guidelines around food stamps and student loans.
House Republicans put together a measure to reflect debt ceiling deal
House GOP leaders released the outcome of the deal, a 99-page bill, entitled the Fiscal Responsibility Act, giving House members 72 hours to review the proposal before a planned vote Wednesday.
What does it take to reach a deal like the one brokered by Democrats and the GOP?
What was the negotiating recipe that led to the debt ceiling deal reached over the weekend? NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to Kenneth Feinberg, a nationally recognized mediation attorney.
Morning news brief
President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy agree on deal to avoid default. Incumbent wins Turkey's presidential runoff. Ukraine's top commander hints long-awaited counteroffensive is imminent.