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Obama Talks Transition In First Post-Election News Conference
by Scott Horsley
President Obama held his first press conference since the presidential election and his meeting with his successor, Donald Trump.
Distrust Of Government Drove Many New Hampshire Voters To Trump
by Hansi Lo Wang
Distrust of the government drove many Donald Trump supporters to vote in New Hampshire. They hope changes at the White House will better support middle class Americans.
Journalist Gwen Ifill: In Her Own Words
Pioneering journalist Gwen Ifill, host of Washington Week and PBS NewsHour, has died. She spoke about herself and her career many times over the years.
Obama Holds First News Conference Since Election Of Trump
President Obama held a news conference on Monday, his first since the election of Donald Trump.
Trump Retreats From Hardline Immigration Promise On '60 Minutes'
Over the weekend, Donald Trump said his administration will focus on deporting undocumented immigrants with criminal records. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Julie Myers Wood, a former head of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency under former President George W. Bush.
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Legend Leon Russell Dies At 74
by Blake Farmer
Russell was one of the best-known musicians of the1960s and 70s — a member of the famed "Wrecking Crew" studio musicians. His career was revived by Eton John in 2010.
Healing The Wounds Of The Election Will Take Time
by Michel Martin
Michel Martin reflects on the divides that seemed particularly prevalent during and after the 2016 election, and what comes next.
Composing An Otherworldly And Intimate Soundtrack To 'Arrival'
by Elizabeth Blair
Icelandic composer Johann Johannsson talks about how he scored the science fiction movie Arrival with inspiration from the movie's images.
Authoritarian Leaders In Africa Celebrate Trump Victory
Africa's authoritarian leaders have been congratulating Donald Trump and rejoicing in an end to what they see as an Obama administration critical of some African governments' human rights records.
'SNL' Takes On Race And Politics Post-Election
Comedian Dave Chappelle hosted Saturday Night Live Saturday, which featured a somber opening and commentary about race relations after Donald Trump's victory.
Reince Priebus, Stephen Bannon Picked For Key White House Posts
Donald Trump has picked Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus for chief of staff and former Breitbart News chief Steve Bannon as chief strategist in his incoming administration.