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How the war in Ukraine is challenging the long-sought pivot to Asia
Thursday, May 19, 2022
President Biden is traveling to Japan and South Korea this week — his first trip to Asia since taking office. Like presidents before him, he's seeking to reorient U.S. foreign policy toward Asia.
Biden will visit South Korea and Japan to reinforce alliances in the region
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
President Biden is making his first trip to Asia since taking office. Pivoting U.S. foreign policy to the region has been a major goal, often interrupted by crises like the war in Ukraine.
As the Russia-Ukraine war drags on, what is the endgame for sanctions?
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Before Russia invaded Ukraine, the threat of harsh economic sanctions was wielded as a deterrent. But the White House message has evolved.
Politics chat: Biden opens more land for oil drilling
Sunday, April 17, 2022
Higher gas prices may not be the main driver of the Biden administration's decision to sell new oil and gas leases on public land, but inflation is a significant political liability.
Inflation adds to voters' frustrations in a key congressional district
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
President Biden's popularity has crumbled since he first took office. A trip to Michigan's 7th Congressional District — one of the most competitive in the country — is a window into why.
Voters in Michigan's 7th Congressional District weigh in on issues ahead of midterms
Friday, April 08, 2022
Democrats aim to balance multiple crises ahead of November's midterm elections. Voters in Livingston County, Mich., share their concerns about inflation and their views of President Biden.
Nations set new sanctions against Russia after civilian atrocities in Ukraine
Wednesday, April 06, 2022
The U.S., the European Union and other partners are announcing new sanctions against Russia in response to the civilian deaths revealed in Ukraine this week.
President Biden is ordering an unprecedented amount of oil be released from reserves
Thursday, March 31, 2022
President Biden has announced an unprecedented draw on emergency oil stocks to try to put a cap on soaring oil prices.
Months before the Russian invasion, the White House started on a plan to unite allies
Thursday, March 17, 2022
Months before Russian troops crossed over Ukraine's border, White House officials began working on a strategy to counter President Vladimir Putin: a plan to unite allies and keep them close.
Vice President Harris has traveled to Poland in support of Ukraine and its neighbors
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Vice President Harris says the world has witnessed Russian "atrocities" in Ukraine and vowed support for the country and its neighbors. But a proposal for Polish fighter jets is off the table.
A preview of the State of the Union address
Tuesday, March 01, 2022
Ahead of President Biden's State of the Union address, NPR's Ari Shapiro previews the State of the Union address with NPR reporters and correspondents.
President Biden to deliver his 1st State of the Union address
Tuesday, March 01, 2022
President Biden delivers the State of the Union address Tuesday. He will talk about how inflation is hampering the country's economic progress, the status of the pandemic and the war in Ukraine.
President Biden has decided on his nominee for the Supreme Court
Friday, February 25, 2022
President Biden has made his pick to fill a vacancy on the Supreme Court.
Biden's plans to hold Moscow accountable for invasion of Ukraine
Thursday, February 24, 2022
President Biden announced a suite of new sanctions aimed at Russia's biggest banks and said Western leaders are determined to hold Moscow accountable for attacking Ukraine.
The Biden administration wants to present a united front with Europe against Russia
Sunday, February 20, 2022
The Russian threat to Ukraine continues to consume the Biden administration's energy, and the Afghan withdrawal looms over the crisis as well.
President Biden says Russia invasion in Ukraine will happen within days
Friday, February 18, 2022
President Biden spoke about the deteriorating situation in Ukraine, as Russia appears ready to invade. He gives his remarks after convening key European leaders for an update.
The economy is strong but voters aren't feeling it. That's a problem for Biden
Thursday, February 10, 2022
President Biden's first year in the White House has been marked by record GDP growth and job gains, so why do voters keep giving him poor marks on the economy?
Which skin color emoji should you use? The answer can be more complex than you think
Wednesday, February 09, 2022
There are five skin tone emojis to choose from, but doing so can open a complex conversation about race and identity.
With midterms looming, voters don't feel good about Biden's handling of the economy
Tuesday, February 08, 2022
The economy looks good on paper but it doesn't feel good to voters. And that's a problem for President Biden and his party going into the midterms. We explore the disconnect with help from economists.
Rachel Balkovec has broken a few glass ceilings in baseball — and she's not done yet
Tuesday, February 01, 2022
Rachel Balkovec just became the first woman manager of the Tampa Tarpons and the first woman ever to reach that level in Major League Baseball. But Balkovec isn't planning on stopping there.