Politics: Issues

Timothy O'Brien: 'Trump Could Divest Or Sell Assets To Avoid Conflicts Of Interest'

6:03pm January 13, 2017

by NPR Staff

NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Timothy O'Brien, executive editor for Bloomberg View, who argues that Donald Trump could easily divest or sell his assets to avoid conflicts of interest.

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Mexico Economy Sinks Under Pressure From Trump And Missteps By The Government

4:41pm January 13, 2017

by Carrie Kahn

Mexico's economy is taking a big hit under pressure from Donald Trump and missteps by its government. The peso is trading at record lows, inflation is rising and citizens are taking to the streets.

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HUD nominee Ben Carson testifies at his Senate confirmation hearing.

Carson, Trump's Pick For Housing Agency, Won't Rule Out Grants To Trump Properties

6:36pm January 12, 2017

by Brian Naylor

The former Republican presidential candidate and retired neurosurgeon has no experience with housing, but he said he wants to help "develop our fellow human beings."

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani to advise President-elect Trump on cyber security.

Rudy Giuliani To Advise Trump On Cyber Issues

2:31pm January 12, 2017

by Brian Naylor

The president-elect plans to issue a report in 90 days on how the government can improve cyber security.

Gas prices are shown on a sign at a 7-11 in Oklahoma City last month. Amid a state budget slump, Oklahoma lawmakers are considering raising gas taxes for the first time in 30 years.

Gas Taxes May Go Up Around The Country As States Seek To Plug Budget Holes

5:36am January 12, 2017

by Joe Wertz

This year could see a wave of state tax hikes on gasoline and diesel. Oklahoma is one of about a dozen states seriously considering increases.

President-elect Donald Trump takes questions during his first news conference since the election.

Trump Dismisses Russian Connection Allegations As 'Fake News'

9:58pm January 11, 2017

by Brian Naylor

In his first news conference since last summer, he denied unverified reports that Russia has compromising intelligence on him and outlined how he'd try to unwind his complex businesses as president.

Retired Marine Gen. John Kelly is sworn in before his confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to run the Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday.

Homeland Security Pick Kelly Splits With Trump Over Immigration, Torture

7:56pm January 10, 2017

by Brian Naylor

Retired Marine Corps Gen. John Kelly broke with the president-elect over a border wall, Muslims coming into the U.S. and torture techniques.

Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., talks to reporters Wednesday at the U.S. Capitol.

New Democratic Senate Leader Vows To Hold 'Donald Trump's Feet To The Fire'

6:51pm January 06, 2017

by NPR Staff

Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York says he is open to compromise but wants to hold a hard line on protecting his party's priorities. And he is going to use the incoming president's words against him.

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Former Indiana Sen. Dan Coats is reportedly President-elect Donald Trump's choice as Director of National Intelligence.

Trump Reportedly Picks Ex-Senator, Banned From Russia, As His Intelligence Chief

6:16pm January 05, 2017

by Brian Naylor

Reports indicate that Dan Coats, a former Indiana senator, will be selected to be director of national intelligence. But Coats and the president-elect appear to have very different views of Russia.

Director of National Intelligence James Clapper (center) talks with National Security Agency and Cyber Command chief Adm. Michael Rogers prior to testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Intelligence Chiefs 'Stand More Resolutely' Behind Finding Of Russia Election Hacking

2:15pm January 05, 2017

by Brian Naylor

A Senate hearing on the cybersecurity threat comes as intelligence agencies prepare to issue their report on Russia's involvement in the fall presidential campaign.