May 04 Watch 8:14 Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on redrawing congressional maps and testing Trump's power By Amna Nawaz, Leila Jackson 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 the 2026 elections, the Supreme Court's abortion pill ruling and the push by some states to… Continue watching
May 04 Who is Howard Lutnick and what's his connection to Jeffrey Epstein? By Hannah Grabenstein, Joshua Barajas The extent of Lutnick’s relationship with Epstein came under heavy scrutiny after he gave contradictory statements about his ties to the disgraced financier. Continue reading
May 04 Trump drops hints of what's coming in new batch of UFO files set for release By Collin Binkley, Associated Press President Donald Trump says the Pentagon is preparing to release some “very interesting” UFO files uncovered by his administration, generating a mix of buzz and skepticism as he hints at new revelations around questions of alien life. Continue reading
May 04 Democrats look for a foothold in Iowa as Vance visits to boost GOP candidate By Hannah Fingerhut, Associated Press Republican Donald Trump may have won the state by double digits in the last presidential election, but growing dissatisfaction with his leadership and rising costs from the Iran war could help set the stage for Democrats to make previously unattainable gains. Continue reading
May 04 Redistricting war accelerates winner-take-all politics straining American democracy By Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press The arcane art of drawing legislative lines is the most powerful tool that politicians have for gaming elections. Continue reading
May 04 The value of the U.S. dollar has weakened since Trump took office. Experts say that can be a 'hidden tax' By Matt Sedensky, Associated Press President Donald Trump has openly supported a weaker dollar, arguing it helps American industry, and some executives agree, saying it's boosted overseas business. Continue reading
May 04 Alabama and Tennessee governors have called special legislative sessions to draw new congressional districts By Kim Chandler, Travis Loller, Associated Press Republicans are eyeing the possibility of getting new lines in place for the 2026 midterm elections, or at least for 2028. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: Trump participates in small business summit at White House By Associated Press The gathering is meant to mark this year’s National Small Business Week and the owners represent manufacturing, food production, defense, energy and retail businesses, among other areas, according to the White House. Continue reading
May 04 Supreme Court temporarily restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail and pharmacies By Mark Sherman, Geoff Mulvihill, Associated Press The court's order will remain in effect for another week while both sides respond and the court more fully considers the issue. Continue reading
May 04 Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in 'critical but stable condition,' his spokesman says By Michael R. Sisak, Christopher Weber, Associated Press Giuliani's spokesman didn't say what sent the 81-year-old to the hospital or how long he's been there. Continue reading