elections

As U.S. Presidential Election Nears, Mexicans Fear Economic Impact

4:30pm August 03, 2016

NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to independent journalist Javier Garza about how the U.S. presidential election is viewed in Mexico. Some fear how the new president will affect Mexico's economy.

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.

Establishment Topples Tea Party With Ouster Of Kansas Republican

10:24am August 03, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

Buoyed by agriculture interest groups, obstetrician Roger Marshall easily ousted Kansas Rep. Tim Huelskamp, a conservative member of the rabble-rousing Freedom Caucus.

Alana Raybon, in a blue head scarf, pauses for a photo with a friend and her children after voting in Nashville's Howard Office Building.

In A Turbulent Election Year, Mosques Organize En Masse Voting

6:24am August 03, 2016

by Chas Sisk

In an election year marked by vitriol toward the Muslim community, some mosques are urging their worshipers to vote. To do so, they're borrowing a strategy used by African-American churches.

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A woman tries to get her baby kissed by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at a Jan. 26 Iowa rally.

Trump: "Get That Baby Out Of Here"

9:06pm August 02, 2016

by Meg Anderson

The GOP nominee first seemed to shrug off a crying baby at a rally, but then said: "I think she really believed me that I love having a baby crying while I'm speaking. People don't understand."

Voter ID Laws Face Uncertain Future After Court Decisions

6:46pm August 02, 2016

A federal judge on Monday blocked North Dakota from enforcing its strict voter ID law. Similar laws in North Carolina and Wisconsin have also been recently struck down. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Richard L. Hasen, a professor of law and political science at the University of California, Irvine, about the future of voter ID legislation.

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Tim Kaine Suffers Backlash Over Acceptance Of Political Gifts

6:46pm August 02, 2016

by Peter Overby

Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Kaine accepted $160,000 worth of free travel and gifts while serving as governor and lieutenant governor of Virginia. It was all legal and disclosed. NPR explores if it is still a campaign issue.

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North Carolina State University students vote in the primaries at Pullen Community Center on March 15 in Raleigh, N.C.

As November Approaches, Courts Deal Series Of Blows To Voter ID Laws

5:14pm August 02, 2016

by Camila Domonoske

In the past two weeks, judges have ruled against voter ID or proof-of-citizenship requirements in Texas, Kansas, North Carolina, Wisconsin and North Dakota.

U.S. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan answers questions during a press conference last month.

Trump Thanks Paul Ryan's House Challenger For Supporting Him In Khan Dispute

4:47pm August 02, 2016

by Amita Kelly

Paul Nehlen, who is challenging Paul Ryan in the Wisconsin primary, defended Donald Trump's criticism of Muslim dad and attorney Khizr Khan.

In his July 19 speech at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie gave a speech asking the audience to give "verdicts" on Hillary Clinton.

What Would Donald Trump's Department of Justice Look Like?

4:32pm August 02, 2016

by Carrie Johnson

Some Justice Department veterans said they worry about the possibility of political interference in law enforcement decisions if Donald Trump wins the White House.

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