Pushed by public opinion shift, Democrats adopt immigration restrictions
President Biden has issued a number of immigration-related executive actions that mimic those of the Trump administration, and VP Harris has promised she’ll continue restrictive policies.
Rep. Elijah Cummings Leads Call To Investigate Trump's Business Entanglements
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Maryland Democrat Elijah Cummings, ranking member of the House Oversight Committee, about efforts to launch an investigation into potential conflicts of interest associated with Donald Trump's businesses.
Short Answers To Big Questions: What Is Dark Matter?
NPR blogger Adam Frank answers your questions about dark matter. What is it? And how do we find it?
In The New 'Gilmore Girls,' Rory Gilmore Turns Out To Be A Bad Journalist
The beloved show Gilmore Girls returned to the screen last week. In a Netflix revival, the characters are facing new challenges, but one character has been seen as a disappointment: Rory Gilmore. Megan Garber of The Atlantic describes why.
How Parents Can Help Kids With Dyslexia Succeed In School
Dyslexia is a reading problem, but its influence can be felt far beyond the classroom. It often disrupts home life, making dinner time and bedtime a struggle. Experts say there are three things that can help.
Florida Rep. Carlos Curbelo Weighs In On Future Of U.S.-Cuba Relations
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Florida Rep. Carlos Curbelo about U.S. policy on Cuba following the death of Fidel Castro, as well as his opinion on the stance of the incoming administration.
Law Professor Explains Why Trump Can't Hold Lease On New D.C. Hotel
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Steven Schooner, professor of government procurement law at George Washington University, about his op-ed in Government Executive magazine calling on the General Services Administration to end the Trump Organization's lease of the Old Post Office Pavilion, the site of the new Trump hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C.
Trump Transition Continues Amid Fallout From Controversial Tweets
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday additional nominees for positions in his administration. The transition is happening as Trump continues to draw attention for his controversial tweets.
Dylann Roof To Represent Himself In Charleston Church Shooting Trial
There was a bit of a courtroom surprise Monday in Charleston, S.C. A federal judge granted accused church shooter Dylann Roof's request to represent himself in his trial.