VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
'Such A Magical Time': Harry Potter Fans Recall Growing Up Alongside Wizard
A new play about Harry Potter, written by J.K. Rowling, begins previews this week with Harry as a grown up. Grown, too, is the "Potter Generation," the kids who were the first to read the books when they came out. Their experience — maturing alongside Harry — was unique.
'The Fractured Republic' Explores How Nostalgia Led To Polarized Politics
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Yuval Levin about his latest book, The Fractured Republic: Renewing America's Social Contract in the Age of Individualism. He argues both liberal and conservative Americans' nostalgia for the past has led to today's polarized national life.
Doctors Must Overcome New Red Tape In Struggle To Treat Veterans
The Veterans Choice program hasn't cut wait times for vets seeking medical care because the program has added one more layer of bureaucracy. That complicates life for doctors trying to provide care to vets and for vets looking to see a doctor. This story is part of a collaboration among NPR and member stations looking at Veterans Choice.
House Speaker Paul Ryan Outlines Republican Plan To Fight Poverty
House Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday outlined the first of six policy goals that congressional Republicans hope to achieve under a Republican president.
'This Is A Big Deal': Sen. Amy Klobuchar On Hillary Clinton
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat from Minnesota, about where Hillary Clinton goes with her presidential campaign now that she has secured enough delegate support for the Democratic nomination.
Democratic Delegate Math: How Hillary Clinton Clinched The Nomination
Hillary Clinton has already clinched the Democratic presidential nomination, regardless of whether she wins or loses any primaries on Tuesday night. She reached the threshold with a combination of pledged and superdelegates.
Democrats Await Results In Tuesday's Primaries
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are awaiting results from Tuesday's primaries, especially the big prize of California. Clinton has already secured enough delegates to become the presumptive Democratic nominee.
GOP Leaders Urge Donald Trump To Back Off Criticism Of Federal Judge
Donald Trump shows no sign of backing off his racially charged criticism of a federal judge, even as he comes under increasing pressure from leaders in the Republican Party.
Who Is Gonzalo Curiel? The Federal Judge Attacked By Donald Trump
Controversy is roiling the highest ranks of the Republican Party over criticism of a federal judge by the party's presumptive White House nominee, Donald Trump. The judge in question, Gonzalo Curiel, is a drug-cartel busting former prosecutor first named to a state court by a Republican governor, then to the federal bench by President Obama.
AP: Clinton Heads Into Final Primaries With Enough Delegates For Nomination
The Associated Press says that with additional commitments from superdelegates, Clinton has now crossed the threshold of 2383 delegates.
One Year After OPM Data Breach, What Has The Government Learned?
A year ago, the government said the personal information of millions of employees and others was stolen by hackers. Federal officials say they've boosted cybersecurity, but there's more work to do.