Politics May 08 Where Trump’s classified documents case stands after judge indefinitely postponed start The classified documents case against former President Trump has been officially, and indefinitely, delayed by Judge Aileen Cannon. To many legal observers, this was considered the strongest, clearest-cut case against Trump. But now, a trial that was supposed to start…
Politics May 06 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump’s latest controversies and Biden’s jaded electorate NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join William Brangham to discuss the latest political news, including Republicans navigate the fallout from controversial remarks made by Donald Trump at a fundraising dinner over…
Nation May 03 Biden awards Medal of Freedom to 19 who ‘kept faith in a better tomorrow’ President Biden bestowed 19 individuals with the nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The recipients hail from nearly all corners of American life, actors, astronauts, activists like Opal Lee and athletes like Katie Ledecky. At the White…
Politics May 02 Analyzing the consequential Supreme Court term and its ideological divide The Supreme Court wrapped up oral arguments and has now turned to rolling out decisions in some of the most consequential cases of the year. Those decisions will shape policies nationwide on divisive issues like homelessness and reproductive rights, and…
Nation Apr 30 State health care plans must cover transgender-related care, federal court rules A groundbreaking ruling by a federal appeals court ensures gender-affirming surgery is covered by state-run health insurance programs. The decision ordered the plans to “reinstate coverage for medically necessary services for the treatment of gender dysphoria.” It’s a win for…
Politics Apr 25 Analyzing the Supreme Court hearing on Trump’s presidential immunity claim The Supreme Court heard debate over one of its most consequential cases, whether a former president is immune from prosecution for actions taken while in office. Arguments were heard on an appeal brought by Donald Trump, who’s being prosecuted for…
Politics Apr 24 Supreme Court weighs whether federal law allowing emergency abortions overrides state bans It was a charged atmosphere at the Supreme Court as justices heard arguments in a major abortion case. The court looked at whether a federal law requiring hospitals to provide abortion care in emergencies would apply to states with strict…
Nation Apr 23 National Labor Relations Board’s authority faces challenge in Starbucks Supreme Court case The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a key case that could have major implications for labor rights. The court looked at a challenge brought by Starbucks against a lower court decision to reinstate seven baristas in Memphis who…
Politics Apr 22 Supreme Court hears case on whether cities can criminalize homelessness, disband camps The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in the most significant case on homelessness in decades. The case looks at challenges to laws in a small Oregon town fining homeless people up to $300 for setting up camps in public parks.
Politics Apr 19 House leaders work together to push aid for Ukraine and allies over key hurdle On Friday, Capitol Hill saw one of the most significant votes of the year. In the House, the leaders of both parties worked together to oppose the most fiery voices in their caucuses, pushing aid for Ukraine and other allies…