Trump plans to use presidential power known as impoundment to control spending
President-elect Trump wants to roll back spending that Congress has already approved. But a 1974 law may stand in his…
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Supporters of ousted Pakistani leader clash with police, at least six people killed
Police used tear gas to disperse the crowds and at least one person has died in clashes. (Image credit: Maaz…
Trump threatens Canada, Mexico, China with tariffs
He said the countries weren’t doing enough to control the flow of illegal drugs, especially fentanyl, and migrants across the…
The country’s social safety net could be in danger as Trump looks to slash spending
In Trump’s first term, his administration proposed major funding cuts to housing, food and other public benefits. Congress did not…
‘The point is to be there for the fight’: incoming congresswoman arrives in D.C.
NPR’s Ari Shapiro talks with Congresswoman-elect Lateefah Simon, who’s finding her way around Washington as an incoming freshman House Democrat.