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Ammon Bundy (center), who led the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge occupation, joins protesters outside the Idaho Statehouse steps in Boise on Monday.

Unmasked Protesters Push Past Police Into Idaho Lawmakers' Session

3:52pm August 25, 2020

by James Dawson

Anger at the state response to the pandemic spurred dozens of people, some of whom were armed, to barge into and pack the House of Representatives' gallery on Monday.

How The Electorate Has Changed Since 2016

3:45pm August 25, 2020

by Domenico Montanaro

White voters without a college degree helped President Trump win in 2016. But census data show they make up less eligible voters now. The electorate has more whites with college degrees and Latinx.

A chart showing Trump quotes compared to Texas COVID-19 cases since April.

Politics & Government

Scapegoats And Allies: How Trump Changed His Tune On States' Coronavirus Response

1:59pm August 25, 2020

by Elena Moore

The president has touted reopenings by Republican governors and opposed restrictions by Democratic governors. Take an in-depth look at his response to the coronavirus in seven key battleground states.

President Trump delivers remarks on the economy in Oshkosh, Wis., on Aug. 17.

Despite Widespread Pain, Economy Remains Strong Selling Point For Trump

11:05am August 25, 2020

by Scott Horsley

President Trump gets higher marks for handling the economy than just about anything else, despite presiding over the worst recession since the Great Depression.

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Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., gave a policy-driven and hopeful speech at the Republican National Convention on Monday.

Politics & Government

4 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Republican National Convention

7:17am August 25, 2020

by Domenico Montanaro

President Trump promised an "uplifting" convention, but the first night painted an image of a dystopia that would take hold if Democrat Joe Biden is elected.

Republican National Convention Kicks Off, Renominates Trump And Pence

4:00pm August 24, 2020

by Ayesha Rascoe

Republicans officially renominated President Trump and Vice President Pence for another four years on the first day of the Republican National Convention.

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Pompeo Plans To Address RNC From Israel

4:00pm August 24, 2020

by Michele Kelemen

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is mixing politics and diplomacy this week in an unprecedented way. He plans to speak to the Republican convention while on an official trip to the Middle East.

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In South Carolina, Longtime GOP Senator Faces Strong Challenge From A Democrat

4:00pm August 24, 2020

by Victoria Hansen

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is seeking a fourth term but is facing an unexpectedly strong challenge from Democrat Jaime Harrison.

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Sen. Rick Scott On The GOP Convention

3:56pm August 24, 2020

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., about the Republican National Convention and mail-in voting in Florida.

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, pictured at the U.S. Capitol on Aug. 5, is testifying on Monday before the House Oversight Committee.

WATCH: Postmaster General DeJoy Testifies In House Oversight Hearing

3:30pm August 24, 2020

by Alana Wise

The Trump ally and longtime Republican megadonor has been called to testify regarding cost-cutting measures that Democrats say would jeopardize Americans' ability to vote by mail.