The family politics behind J.D. Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comment
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Jessica Winter of The New Yorker about J.D. Vance's politics, particularly his views around the importance of having children.
Politics & Government
A neurological disease stole Rep. Jennifer Wexton's voice. AI helped her get it back.
Wexton spoke on the House floor Wednesday using an "augmentative and alternative communication" program.
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu met with Biden today
President Biden met with Prime Minister Netanyahu. While Biden is trying to secure a cease-fire in Gaza before leaving office, there’s a new focus on what Harris may do differently if elected president.
4 takeaways from President Biden’s Oval Office address
In his first public remarks after exiting the race for president, Biden focused on his goals for his final months in office and painted a picture of the legacy he hopes to leave behind.
NC review shows nonprofit led by lieutenant governor's wife 'seriously deficient'
A letter dated Wednesday from the state Department of Health and Human Services addressed to Balanced Nutrition Inc. owner Yolanda Hill and others gave the group two weeks to correct a myriad of shortcomings regulators cited or be disqualified from participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
House Republicans vote to rebuke Kamala Harris over administration's handling of border policy
House Republicans are moving quickly to emphasize Vice President Kamala Harris's role in the Biden administration’s handling of the U.S.
Morning news brief
President Biden told the nation it was time to pass the torch. Israel's prime minister addressed congressional lawmakers. VP Harris faces challenges when it comes to her record on law enforcement.
Swing state voters consider Kamala Harris, who would be a historic nominee for president
How are voters in swing states, like Pennsylvania, thinking about the first woman of color to run at the top of the ticket? NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Kim Lyons with the Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Vice presidential picks: How much do they matter?
With a spot on the Democratic ticket open, NPR's A Martinez asks two political scientists about their analysis of how important vice presidential picks are to a campaign.
Biden aims to make an impact as his vice president campaigns to take his place
President Biden has officially entered his lame duck era. He’s out of the presidential race, but he still has six months left in office. During that time, he wants to continue to make an impact.