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What Tuesday's Primary Results Say About The Midterms This Fall
Wednesday, June 06, 2018
Eight states had primary contests Tuesday — determining who will be on the ballot in some important races come November. NPR takes a look at what we learned from those results — and what we should be looking for headed into the fall.
White House Announces Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum From Key Allies
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Thursday announces that steel and aluminum from the European Union, Canada and Mexico will face tariffs starting at midnight,
President Trump Isn't Abandoning Criticism Of FBI And The Russia Investigation
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
The White House says President Trump still has concerns about the FBI despite a Republican lawmaker deflating his "spygate" charge. It also weighs in on the Roseanne Barr controversy.
Trump Is Sticking To His Playbook To Win The Midterms
Thursday, May 24, 2018
His approval numbers, the economy — even the Russia probe — could all help Trump boost the GOP. But some in the White House worry Republicans in Congress don't understand the headwinds 2018 brings.
Connecting the Dots in the Trump Orbit
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
NPR's Mara Liasson reports on the latest national political news, including why Donald Trump is helping Chinese company ZTE, the snag in Trump's N. Korea summit + more.
Trump Welcomes 3 Men Held In North Korea Back To The U.S.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
Three Korean-American men who had been held by North Korea arrived by plane outside of Washington, D.C., early Thursday morning, and were met by President Trump and other members of the delegation.
Is A Blue Wave Coming With The 2018 Midterms?
Wednesday, May 09, 2018
Democrats have shown many signs of strength leading up to the 2018 midterm elections, but given confusion over polling in 2016, it can be hard to tell how real the chances of a big Democratic win in November are.
Democrats' Base Is Energized But They Still Need A Message
Tuesday, May 08, 2018
Democrats have been in search of a message since their losses in 2016. They may have a quiet one emerging in 2018, as they contrast Democratic candidates with President Trump in the primaries.
Giuliani Raises More Questions About President Trump, Michael Cohen
Monday, May 07, 2018
In a media marathon over the weekend, Rudy Giuliani, the newest addition to Trump's legal team, spent much of the time trying to clarify statements he made last week.
Trump And North Korea's Leader Draw Closer To Face-To-Face Meeting
Monday, April 30, 2018
Before President Trump and Kim Jong Un can meet, there are still some key logistics to work out — such as where and when such a meeting would take place.
3 Lessons The White House Could Learn After The Downfall Of Another Trump Nominee
Saturday, April 28, 2018
The troubled Cabinet nomination of White House doctor Ronny Jackson could create several teachable moments for this president — if he heeds them.
VA Nominee Ronny Jackson Withdraws Amid Conduct Allegations
Thursday, April 26, 2018
Ronny Jackson, President Trump's choice to be Veterans Affairs Secretary, pulled out of consideration amid allegations about his conduct Thursday. But Trump calls the accusations false.
News Brief: Ronny Jackson, Travel Ban At The Supreme Court
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Ronny Jackson, President Trump's pick to lead the Veterans Affairs Department, is facing allegations of inappropriate workplace behavior. Also, Amy Howe discusses the travel ban at the Supreme Court.
Ronny Jackson Faces Inappropriate Workplace Behavior Allegations
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
The nomination of White House doctor Ronny Jackson to be secretary of veterans affairs seems to be struggling for support in the Senate.
Trump Addresses Iran Nuclear Deal At White House With French President Macron
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
President Trump and French President Macron addressed their differences on the Iran nuclear agreement Tuesday as they took questions from reporters at the White House.
News Brief: Cuba Without Castro, Trump And Kim, Missouri Gov. Greitens
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Cuba is preparing for a new leader. Raul Castro is expected to hand over the presidency to a younger successor. Also, President Trump spoke on Wednesday about a possible meeting with Kim Jong Un.
Trump And North Korea Update
Thursday, April 19, 2018
We have the latest on President Trump's meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and plans for a summit with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
Syria Airstrike Politics
Sunday, April 15, 2018
This weekend's coalition missile strike on Syria came during a particularly difficult period for the Trump administration as the president reacted to many political scandals.
News Brief: Paul Ryan To Retire, Trump Threatens Syria Strikes
Thursday, April 12, 2018
House Speaker Paul Ryan says he will not run for re-election. Also, we look at the legality of potential U.S. missile strikes on Syria and Russia's response.
Paul Ryan Says He Will Not Run For Re-Election
Thursday, April 12, 2018
We look at the implications after House Speaker Paul Ryan announced that he will not seek re-election after three years as the speaker.
