Why some EV buyers are getting their tax returns rejected this year
The federal EV tax credit, worth up to $7,500, saw big changes in 2024. For buyers, the credit typically became easier to get. But if their dealers skipped a step, it was a different story.
Macedonia Blocks Migrants; They're Bused Back To Athens
Greek police cleared hundreds of asylum-seekers away from a border crossing with Macedonia. With the Macedonia's border closed to all but three nationalities, other migrants are in limbo.
Officer Charged In Freddie Gray's Death Testifies He Did Nothing Wrong
Baltimore police officer William Porter accused in the death of Freddie Gray has testified in his own defense. Porter says he saw no sign of injury when he checked on Gray in a police van last April.
San Bernardino Shooters Were Radicalized Before Meeting, FBI Chief Says
The FBI Director told a Senate panel the attackers appear to have radicalized, independently, more than two years ago.
Trump Comments, Terror Events Provide Punch For Tabloid Front Pages
Following the San Bernardino, California, massacre and heightened rhetoric about Muslims from Donald Trump, newspapers — both tabloid and conventional dailies — have been making news for taking tough stances on their front pages.
Scientific Evidence Doesn't Support Global Warming, Sen. Ted Cruz Says
There's a huge partisan divide on the issue of global warming in the U.S. Steve Inskeep talks to the Texas senator and GOP presidential candidate about his views on climate change.
Democratic Activist Says Donald Trump Fits Demagogue Mold
The author of a book on demagogues and democracy says GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump has crossed a line and now fits the definition of a demagogue. David Greene talks to Michael Signer.
Lobbyists Eye Spending Bill As A Way To Thwart Retirement Regs, Advocates Warn
As lawmakers work to negotiate a government spending bill, the financial industry is lobbying against a rule being crafted by the Labor Department aimed at protecting workers with retirement accounts.
Terror Attacks Divide Muslims And Non-Muslims Living In The U.S.
Since the Sept. 11 attacks, FBI hate crime data and census trends show that states with the strongest backlash against Muslims saw decreased rates of assimilation among Muslim immigrants in America.
Talk Show Host Diane Rehm To Retire From Public Radio Program
Steve Inskeep talks to longtime public radio host Diane Rehm about her decision to retire after the 2016 presidential election. The show is produced at member station WAMU in Washington, D.C.