Inauguration Day 2017: The View From The White House, Mall
Morning Edition hosts talk through Inauguration events with NPR's Scott Horsley at the White House, and check in on activity on the National Mall with NPR's Pam Fessler.
ECONOMY
Trump Signs 3 Memorandums, Including Withdrawal From Pacific Trade Deal
The order is mostly symbolic; the Trans-Pacific Partnership was never ratified. Trump also signed a hiring freeze and reinstated a policy restricting funding for international family planning groups.
Trump Promises Tax Cuts, Less Red Tape — So Long As Businesses Stay In U.S.
The president met with corporate executives on Monday, promising tax cuts and regulatory relief. But he also warned CEOs against moving jobs to other countries.
Trump Treasury Nominee Defends Role In Foreclosure Crisis
Steven Mnuchin, Donald Trump's pick for treasury secretary, said the bank he ran did what it could to minimize foreclosures during the financial crisis. He also defended his use of offshore accounts for hedge fund clients, while acknowledging the need to close loopholes. Mnuchin also told lawmakers he thinks the Internal Revenue Service needs a bigger staff and better technology.
The America Donald Trump Is Inheriting, By The Numbers
Trump will be at the head of a nation with a relatively healthy economy and a health care system he has promised to overhaul, and he will be facing a slew of international tensions.
Mnuchin Likely To Face Questions Over Role In Foreclosures
Treasury secretary pick Steve Mnuchin is expected to face hard questions at his confirmation hearing. During the financial crisis, Mnuchin led a bank that foreclosed on thousands of homeowners.
Boeing To Start Trump Era With New Wave Of Downsizing
Aviation giant Boeing, a corporate sponsor of the inauguration and one of the country's largest exporters, is planning new buyouts and layoffs on top of nearly 11,000 job cuts last year.
Wilbur Ross' Confirmation Hearing Highlights Divide Among GOP On Trade
The Commerce Secretary nominee signaled that the Trump administration would respond aggressively to trade violations, but several GOP senators worried that such confrontations could harm the economy.
'Always Home': Martial Arts Teacher Helps Rebuild Pride In Oklahoma Town
Brownie Harjo runs a martial arts studio in the oldest building in Holdenville, Okla. Though the small town has seen better days, Harjo believes Holdenville still has potential.
Trump's Picks For Special Advisers Present Potential Ethical Issues
President-elect Trump has named two businessmen as special advisers: Wall Street legend Carl Icahn and former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Icahn will advise the White House on regulatory reform and Giuliani on cybersecurity. But Icahn makes billions through Wall Street trading, and Giuliani makes millions from his security consulting firm, which presents some potential ethical issues.