Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Mitt Romney Announces Candidacy For Senate
Former GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney has announced he's running for a U.S. Senate seat in Utah. Voters there want him to be an outspoken critic of the Trump administration.
Week In Politics: John Kelly And Rob Porter
John Kelly, the White House chief of staff, the man who was meant to bring calm to the stormy seas of the Trump White House — has found himself at the center of the Rob Porter scandal.
Democratic Funder Tom Steyer On Budget Deal
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Democratic billionaire donor Tom Steyer on his reaction to this week's budget deal which had no provision around DACA. That's angered many Democrats, including Steyer.
'This Bill Was Atrocious': Rep. Mark Sanford On Spending Bill
Fiscal conservatives are not happy about the new budget deal. NPR's Scott Simon talks with South Carolina Rep. Mark Sanford.
There Is A Competition To Avoid Learning Who Won The Super Bowl, For Some Reason
About a dozen people are among the last standing in a competition against modern technology. They don't know who won the Super Bowl and they're trying to go as long as possible without finding out.
The History Of Chicago's Public Housing In 'High-Risers'
Cabrini-Green was a symbol for public housing in the late 20th century until it was torn down in 2011. Ben Austen talks with Scott Simon about that history and his new book, High-Risers.
Israel Launches Strikes Against Iranian Targets In Syria
Israel's military launched an air raid in Syria. The attack was allegedly targeting sites that are linked to the Iranian military.