Democrats

Incumbents Poised For Big Wins Despite All The Attention On Outsiders

2:43pm August 30, 2016

by Susan Davis

Republican Sens. John McCain of Arizona and Marco Rubio of Florida are favored to win their GOP primaries on Tuesday. So is Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz despite angry opposition.

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Donald Trump speaks during the Joni Ernst Roast and Ride event on Aug. 27 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Is Trump Flip-Flopping On Immigration? Yes Or No, It's Sure Been Confusing

10:09am August 30, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

Ahead of a major immigration speech, it's not entirely clear what Donald Trump's policies are. But maybe his voters just don't care.

Politics & Government

How To Lose The Senate In 82 Days

4:28pm August 18, 2016

by Susan Davis

Senate Republicans are bracing for down-ballot losses that are likely to cost the party their Senate majority this year.

NPR Battleground Map: Hillary Clinton Solidifies Lead Against Donald Trump

12:31pm August 16, 2016

by Domenico Montanaro

Since the conventions, Donald Trump has stumbled badly. That has moved voters in the direction of Hillary Clinton, giving her a sizable lead in the key states.

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3 Reasons We Care About Politicians' Taxes

7:43pm August 12, 2016

by Domenico Montanaro

Knowing everything there is to know about someone's financials is intrusive. So how did the tradition start — and why do we care?

Dickinson College students protest against sexual assault on campus in 2011.

What Will Clinton and Trump Do About Sexual Assault On College Campuses?

5:05pm August 07, 2016

The candidates have discussed in-depth what they would do to combat terrorism, fix stagnated wages and reform our immigration system. But what about sexual assault?

Questioning If An Election Will Be 'Rigged' Strikes At The Heart Of Democracy

7:59am August 07, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

The stage appears to be set for many Americans to question the legitimacy of this year's election results. The consequences of that are unknowable and potentially dangerous.

President Barack Obama speaks to the media after a meeting with Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter and members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon on August 4 in Arlington, Virginia.

President Obama: The Election Will Not Be 'Rigged'

6:23pm August 04, 2016

by Susan Davis

Donald Trump, who has begun to slip in the polls, has charged that the outcome of November's election will be "rigged." President Obama blasted that as "ridiculous" in a wide-ranging news conference.

Clinton Highlights Billionaires' Support As A Way To Try To Undermine Trump

1:03pm August 04, 2016

by Jim Zarroli

Hillary Clinton has some very rich people supporting her, including Warren Buffett, Mark Cuban and Meg Whitman. The advantages of their support are obvious. There are also some potential downsides.

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Basketball Tickets, Caribbean Travel: Is Disclosing Gifts Good Enough For Kaine?

11:43am August 03, 2016

by Peter Overby

Clinton's vice presidential pick received more than $160,000 in gifts while governor of Virginia. He disclosed it all, as required by state law, but it could be a problem in this year of populists.