How much power does the minority really have? Dems face pressure to fight Trump agenda Congressional Democrats are navigating being in the minority with very little leverage against the Trump administration's agenda. Barbara Sprunt
Petroleum lobbyist, Project 2025: What to know about Trump's Land Management nominee The U.S. Bureau of Land Management plays a huge role in permitting and developing energy projects across the country.
Widespread concern among U.S. allies in Munich about Ukraine policy, foreign aid NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., about what he's hearing from and discussing with U.S. allies during the Munich Security Conference. Mary Louise Kelly
A teacher-turned-lawmaker shares Valentines at the Wisconsin State Capitol Love connection? Probably not. This Valentine's Day, one Wisconsin lawmaker is trying to bring colleagues together on politics, no matter the party. Maayan Silver
Layoffs start at CDC, targeting probationary staff As many as 1,300 probationary employees at CDC are being let go, at the direction of the Trump administration. The cuts represent around 10% of the agency's workforce. Pien Huang
ICE officers granted access to unaccompanied minors database Trump administration officials say the move was necessary "to build a culture of child safety and accountability." But advocates say they fear the administration will use it for immigration enforcement. Ximena Bustillo
Elon Musk's team is expected to target the Pentagon soon, pledging cost cuts The DOGE team is aiming to cut 8% from next year's defense budget, officials tell NPR. Tom Bowman
An Israeli raid of a famous Palestinian bookstore stokes censorship fears A famous Palestinian-owned bookstore in East Jerusalem was raided by Israeli police, stoking fears of increased censorship. Leila Fadel
A federal worker tried to take Trump's 'Fork' resignation offer. Here's what happened Liz Goggin, a social worker with the Veterans Health Administration, took the offer to resign in exchange for pay and benefits through September. Then she learned her position was exempt. Andrea Hsu
DOJ official targeting Jan. 6 investigators worked on those cases himself The No. 2 acting official at the DOJ, Emil Bove, has been shaking up the agency and its past work on the 2021 Capitol riot. But he also has his own history with Jan. 6 cases. Ryan Lucas
