Rachel Martin

Host, Weekend Edition Sunday

Rachel Martin appears in the following:

News Brief: Trump Impeachment, Democratic Debate, China Trade Deal

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

The articles of impeachment against President Trump go to the Senate Wednesday. The latest Democratic debate was held in Iowa. And, the president is set to sign Phase 1 of the trade deal with China.

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News Brief: War Powers, Iran Containment, Royal Duties

Thursday, January 09, 2020

The House is to vote on a War Powers resolution. President Trump is asking allies to help contain Iran. And, Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex are taking a step back from royal duties.

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News Brief: Iran Missile Attack, Ukrainian Airliner Crashes In Iran

Wednesday, January 08, 2020

Iran retaliates for the killing of a top commander by launching missiles at bases in Iraq that house U.S. troops. And, a Ukrainian jetliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Tehran's airport.

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'Why We Can't Sleep' Documents The Unique Pressures On Gen X Women

Tuesday, January 07, 2020

Ada Calhoun talked to a lot of Gen X women about the angst they feel as they approach midlife — the pressure to have it all and the feeling that they should have done better for themselves.

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News Brief: U.S. Troops Are Not Leaving Iraq, Harvey Weinstein Cases

Tuesday, January 07, 2020

Defense Secretary Esper says U.S. forces have no plans to leave Iraq. On Sunday, Iraq's Parliament ordered U.S. forces out of Iraq. And, a disgraced movie mogul faces more sexual misconduct charges.

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News Brief: Latest Iran Developments, Australia's Wildfires

Monday, January 06, 2020

There have been swift developments in the Middle East, and around the world, since Friday's U.S. drone strike killed Iran's top general. And, months-old Australian brush fires continue to grow.

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Special Coverage: Speaker Pelosi Announces U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Deal

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

House Democrats announce an agreement on the new trade agreement expected to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement between United States, Mexico and Canada.

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Special Coverage: House Democrats' Impeachment Articles Against President Trump

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

House Democrats on Tuesday unveil two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, charging him with abuse of power in the Ukraine affair and obstruction of Congress.

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News Brief: Impeachment Probe, Ukraine Cease-Fire, College Admissions Suit

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

House Democrats to unveil articles of impeachment against President Trump. Russia and Ukraine's presidents agree to a cease-fire. A lawsuit claims SAT and ACT are illegal in California admissions.

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Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker Dies

Monday, December 09, 2019

Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker has died. He was 92 years old and served as Federal Reserve Chairman to Presidents Carter and Reagan. Later he was an adviser to President Obama.

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World Anti-Doping Agency Bans Russia From Global Sports For Next 4 Years

Monday, December 09, 2019

The World Anti-Doping Agency has banned Russia from competing in global sports for the next four years, including the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics and 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

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News Brief: Pensacola Shooting, Russia Probe, Impeachment Inquiry

Monday, December 09, 2019

The FBI probes Pensacola shooting as terrorism. DOJ's inspector general will weigh in on the early stages of the Russia probe. And, a House panel hearing sets the stage for impeachment charges.

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Biden Rejects Calls For Impeachment Testimony As A Trump Ploy To 'Divert Attention'

Monday, December 09, 2019

In an interview with NPR, the former vice president said no one warned him about the optics of his son working in Ukraine. Biden also defended calling a voter a "damn liar" in Iowa last week.

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Biden Doubles Down On Heated Town Hall Where He Called Voter A 'Damn Liar'

Saturday, December 07, 2019

"The fact of the matter is, this guy stood up and he was, in fact, lying," Biden said in an interview Friday evening with NPR Morning Edition host Rachel Martin.

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'The L Word' Returns, Rebooted For 'Generation Q'

Friday, December 06, 2019

The original Showtime series portrayed the lives of LGBTQ women in LA. Show creator Ilene Chaiken and returning star Jennifer Beals say the show has changed — along with the LGBTQ community.

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: House To Pursue Articles Of Impeachment

Thursday, December 05, 2019

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced she is asking House lawmakers to proceed with articles of impeachment against President Trump.

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News Brief: Impeachment Probe, NATO Meeting, Student Loan Investigation

Wednesday, December 04, 2019

The impeachment inquiry moves to the House Judiciary Committee. A showdown between Turkey and the rest of NATO. And, student loan borrowers with disabilities aren't getting the help they deserve.

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Some Worry Trump's Move To Boost Hong Kong Protests Could Backfire

Friday, November 29, 2019

The president signed a law supporting the protesters and ordering sanctions for human rights violations. Kevin Lam, a pro-democracy activist elected to the district council, details reactions there.

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Scientists Say Cats Should Stay On Leashes Outdoors; EU Hisses, Thrashes

Friday, November 29, 2019

An article in Oxford's Journal of Environmental Law recommends the move to limit felines' impact on biodiversity.
The European Union says it strongly defends free movement rights, including for cats.

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News Brief: Giuliani Report, Mexican Drug Cartels, Plant Explosion

Thursday, November 28, 2019

Rudy Giuliani reportedly was in talks to be paid by Ukraine's top prosecutor. The president plans to designate Mexican drug cartels as terrorists. And, a big blast rips through Texas chemical plant.

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