How to approach the holidays with people you deeply disagree with Code Switch weighs in on preparing for difficult political conversations and when to draw the line and uninvite yourself from that family potluck. Leah Donnella
Sen. Chris Murphy: Democrats need to listen to working and poor people Steve Inskeep speaks with Senator Chris Murphy about how the democratic party rebuilds after its election loss. Reena Advani
Outspent 4-to-1, Republicans still made gains in state legislative elections Despite outspending Republicans, Democrats didn't achieve some ambitious goals in state legislative races. The GOP continues to control more legislatures, though Democrats notched some victories. Ryland Barton
One thing Trump and Obama have in common: a fondness for 'czars' Trump is the latest president to appoint a czar to deal with a particular issue — in this case, the border. But what does that mean? A look at the controversial history of government czars. Rachel Treisman
Trump picks North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum to lead the Interior Department Burgum ran in the 2024 Republican presidential primary. He then became a vocal supporter of Preesident-elect Donald Trump and was shortlisted for the GOP vice presidential nomination. Jeongyoon Han
Trump names former Georgia Congressman Doug Collins as his pick to lead the VA Collins served in the House from 2013 to 2021 and was a key defender of the president-elect during his first impeachment proceedings. Stephen Fowler
Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces a series of confrontations ahead within his own party. Susan Davis
What will Trump 'draining the swamp' look like? President-elect Donald Trump has renewed his vows to rid Washington of "rogue bureaucrats" and "dismantle the deep state."
Why the White House hasn't benefited much from investing in infrastructure The Biden administration pumped billions of dollars into roads, bridges, airports and rail -- but saw little if any political benefit in the election. Joel Rose
