Politics Jul 20 RFK Jr. appears before Congress as his comments spreading misinformation draw scrutiny All eyes are on the Republican primary this election cycle, but one Democratic underdog has been getting attention for his controversial comments spreading misinformation on a range of subjects. Lisa Desjardins reports on how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. captured the…
Politics Jul 12 Iowa Republicans pass ban on most abortions after 6 weeks Iowa is the latest Republican-led state to pass abortion restrictions since the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Lawmakers there approved a bill that would ban most abortions in the state after six weeks and Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is expected…
Nation Jul 12 ‘The 13th Step’ podcast investigates sexual abuse in substance recovery community New Hampshire’s largest substance abuse treatment network has helped tens of thousands of drug users loosen addiction’s hold over their lives. But a three-year investigation by a local journalist uncovered evidence the group's founder took advantage of his position and…
Nation Jul 04 New podcast examines sugar industry’s political power and mistreatment of workers Sugar plays an outsized role in what many eat every day with the average American consuming more than 100 pounds in a year, according to the USDA. The multi-billion dollar sugar business is the subject of the new podcast "Big…
Politics Jun 22 Former Texas Congressman Will Hurd becomes latest Republican to launch bid for White House The long list of Republicans seeking their party's nomination for president grew by one more Thursday. Former Congressman Will Hurd of Texas is kicking off his campaign with a direct hit at the field's front-runner, Donald Trump. Lisa Desjardins reports.
Nation Jun 21 Supreme Court Justice Alito faces scrutiny over undisclosed luxury trip from GOP donor Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito took an undisclosed trip with billionaire donors, including hedge fund manager Paul Singer who later had business before the court. Coupled with previous reporting on Justice Thomas and megadonor Harlan Crow, it raises more ethical…
Politics Jun 19 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Biden’s campaign strategy NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Biden's visit to Pennsylvania as he faces low poll numbers with the 2024 races gearing…
Politics Jun 16 Miami Mayor Francis Suarez discusses joining the crowded GOP presidential race The long list of Republican presidential candidates gained its first mayor this week. Miami Mayor Francis Suarez says he can usher in a new era for the GOP and the country. Amna Nawaz spoke with Suarez about the launch of…
Nation Jun 14 What Iowa Republicans are thinking after Trump’s federal indictment The news of former President Trump’s federal indictment comes as the GOP primary field is still taking shape. Judy Woodruff is in Des Moines, Iowa, to listen in on voter discussions led by conservative pollster Sarah Longwell. Trump's indictment is…
Nation Jun 08 The cultural and political legacy of Christian broadcaster Pat Robertson Famed religious broadcaster Pat Robertson has died. The TV host and one-time presidential candidate left a lifetime of achievements, and controversies, behind. Lisa Desjardins looks at his life and legacy.