Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Castro's Cuba: Bay Of Pigs As A 'Fascinating And Important' Failed Endeavor
With the world reflecting on the death of Fidel Castro, NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with writer Jim Rasenberger about the Bay of Pigs.
After Republicans Gained From Redistricting, Democrat State Legislatures Look To Compete
In 2010, Republican legislatures redrew some districts to be more favorable to their party. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to Jessica Post of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee.
Trump Transition Update
President-elect Donald Trump continues to shape his cabinet. So far, his nominees include both loyalists and at least one Republican who criticized him during the campaign.
Trump Foreign Policy Outlook
NPR's Linda Wertheimer and historian Andrew Bacevich discuss what U.S. foreign policy might look like under president-elect Donald Trump's administration.
Fidel Castro's Role In Restoring Diplomatic Relations, If Any, Is Up For Debate
President Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro achieved what many thought impossible — a warming of relations between the U.S. and Cuba. What role did Fidel Castro play in that process?
Climate Scientist Ponders Trump Presidency's Effect On Climate Change Progress
Donald Trump wrote in a tweet that global warming is "nonexistent." NPR's Rachel Martin talks to climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe about what Trump's presidency will mean for climate policy.
Trump's Private Business Dealings Pose Unprecedented Conflicts Of Interest
The president-elect has said he'll put his three oldest children in charge of his assets. Rachel Martin talks to Washington Post reporter Drew Harwell about potential ethical issues that presents.
Ret. Army Gen. Jack Keane Says He Declined Trump's Defense Secretary Offer
President-elect Donald Trump has made two top national security appointments. Rachel Martin speaks with retired Gen. Keane about what those choices say about his administration's foreign policy.
U.S. Immigrant Youths Fear Deportation Under Trump
President-elect Donald Trump vows his administration will deport millions of immigrants who are in this country illegally. In Texas that has frightened hundreds of thousands of so-called "dreamers."
'Courage To Soar': Olympic Gymnast Simone Biles' Says It's Not Easy Being Gold
Simone Biles captured the world's attention at the Rio Olympics. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with the gold-medalist about her new book "Courage to Soar."
Book Recommendations For The Post-Election Escapists
After a divisive election season, maybe it's time to curl up and escape with a good book. Weekend Edition editor Barrie Hardymon has some suggestions.