Lawmakers appear no closer to a deal as partial government shutdown continues
The shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security is the latest example of bipartisan negotiations unraveling in the wake of…
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Texas Sen. John Cornyn faces stiff opposition in upcoming Republican primary
Sen. John Cornyn is seeking Texas Republicans’ nomination for a fifth term, in a contest that has seen bitter and…
An Islamist party becomes Bangladesh’s main opposition for the first time
An Islamist party has become Bangladesh’s main opposition for the first time in the country’s history, challenging the old dynastic…
How to register to vote in the 2026 primaries
For the 2026 primary elections, NPR has collected deadlines and information on how to register to vote — online, in…
‘American Struggle’ author assesses Trump’s expansion of presidential power
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham talks about Trump’s impact on democracy. Meacham’s latest book is a collection of speeches, letters…