What Will The Next President Face On #Day1?
This week, NPR looks at four seemingly intractable problems that await the 45th president: stagnant wages, violent extremism, cybersecurity and the federal debt.
Politics
Scott Walker: State's Ultrasound Law Isn't 'A Crazy Idea'
Speaking about his state's law that requires an ultrasound before an abortion, the Wisconsin governor said he meets people all the time who are excited to show him ultrasounds of their grandkids.
Nebraska Lawmakers Override Veto; Abolish Death Penalty
Nebraska's governor had tried to veto a bill repealing the death penalty but the one-house legislature overrode the veto. Nebraska has executed only three prisoners since the 1950s, the last in 1997.
Nebraska Repeals Death Penalty, But U.S. Isn't Quite Ready To Abandon It
Cost and lethal injection complications have led some states to reconsider the death penalty. U.S. support for the practice has declined over the last two decades, but 3 in 5 still support it.
Fact Check: Is The Clinton Foundation 'The Most Transparent'?
Since Hillary Clinton launched her presidential run, her family's foundation has been scrutinized. The Clintons responded, calling it the most transparent organization of its kind. But is that true?
Fact Check: Hillary Clinton, Those Emails And The Law
A top Republican senator charged that Hillary Clinton "probably" broke the law with her use of private emails as secretary of state. But it's not likely to be so clear.
For Next President, The Fight Against Extremism Will Hit Closer To Home
The so-called Islamic State is endlessly creative in trying to get young men and women to leave home for Syria and Iraq. It's something the next president will have to wrestle with from Day 1.
Indictments Raise Questions About Sepp Blatter's Reign Over FIFA
Joseph "Sepp" Blatter remains the front-runner in the race for FIFA president despite allegations of corruption during his 17-year reign as one of the most powerful figures in sports.
Nebraska Legislators Overturn Governor's Veto Of Death Penalty Repeal
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Nebraska Sen. Jerry Johnson, who said he switched his vote in the decision to repeal the death penalty in Nebraska after speaking with his constituents.
5 Things You Should Know About Rick Santorum
The former Pennsylvania senator is getting in the race for president again. Here's a reminder of who he is.