What basic rights do people have if ICE stops them? A lawyer explains
A Turkish student living and studying lawfully in the U.S. was arrested by federal immigration officers. A lawyer explains to NPR some of the basic rights people have in such a situation.
Should U.S. officials be discussing security plans on Signal?
The White House is confirming a stunning security breach. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former State Department spokesperson Ned Price about how a journalist was included in a group chat with U.S. officials discussing airstrikes in Yemen, on a publicly available messaging app.
The legal battle over Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Elliot Williams, a former assistant director for legislative affairs at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, about the Trump administration's use on the Alien Enemies Act, and the legal challenges it faces.
Usha Vance's planned trip to Greenland causes a stir
President Trump has suggested that the U.S. should take over Greenland. Now, a planned trip to Greenland puts Usha Vance, the spouse of the U.S. vice president, in a difficult diplomatic position.
Kurdish people in Syria celebrate Nowruz under new regime
In Syria, many Kurds celebrated Nowruz in secret under Assad. With him gone, Kurdish people are throwing their biggest spring equinox party in decades. But some still fear for their safety.
Use of the Alien Enemies Act by Trump administration is challenged in court
The Trump administration received pointed questions from a judge on the use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport scores of alleged members of a gang with no due process.
Texas moves closer to require the Ten Commandments in classrooms
The Texas Legislature appears on the way to requiring schools to post the Ten Commandments in classrooms. It's similar to a law in Louisiana that's blocked in the courts and also to bills being considered — and sometimes failing — in other states.
Could the U.S. and Russia benefit from a closer relationship?
President Trump is breaking with decades of U.S. policy toward Russia. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Elina Ribakova, senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, about what both countries have to gain from a closer relationship.
How a journalist at The Atlantic was sent White House war plans
The White House confirmed what appears to be an extraordinary breach of security. A journalist was included in a group chat with U.S. officials discussing plans to strike Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Feral hogs are hard to catch, trappers are trying to outsmart them
Ever since they were introduced, feral hogs have spread to 35 states. Now, farmers think of the intelligent pigs as a menace and trappers are trying to outsmart them.