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The federal government is still shut down. Here's what that means across the country

The federal government remains shut down. The NPR Network is following the ways the shutdown is affecting services across the country.
- The NPR Network
Mamdani's rise in NYC reflects a generational fight within the Democratic Party

Newcomer Zohran Mamdani, age 34, has used social media and big progressive ideas to shoulder past Andrew Cuomo, who's 67 and long a member of Democratic Party royalty.
- Brian Mann
Trump uses 'common sense' to make a political point. It has populist appeal

The phrase appeals more to several demographics that strongly align with Trump, says Republican strategist Frank Luntz, including older voters, for whom he suggests it signals "a more simple past."
- Danielle Kurtzleben
Trump pick to lead watchdog agency withdraws after offensive text messages revealed

President Trump's pick to lead a federal watchdog agency withdrew from consideration Tuesday evening after his offensive text messages were made public and GOP senators revolted.
- The Associated Press
Mamdani rise in NYC mayor's race reflects generational rifts in the Democratic Party

Zohran Mamdani, age 34, is on track to topple Andrew Cuomo who's been Democratic Party royalty for decades. Analysts say Mamdani's hopeful appeals to young voters on social media shook up the race.
- Brian Mann
How Trump uses 'common sense' to make a political point

The idea of "common sense" has been central to American politics since the founding of the United States. Politicians still use the phrase all the time -- perhaps none more so than Donald Trump.
- Danielle Kurtzleben
North Carolina Republicans' redistricting plan would help the GOP gain a seat

North Carolina Republicans plan to redraw their congressional districts to provide a boost for the GOP. It's the latest in a series of moves initiated by the White House.
- Adam Wagner
Pardoned Capitol rioter arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries

New York State Police say the man was arrested after they received word from the FBI that that he made "threats to kill a member of Congress."
- Barbara Sprunt
5 things to know about Sanae Takaichi, Japan's first female prime minister

Japan ranks low in gender equality among developed nations. The first woman to lead the country is an ultraconservative who cites Margaret Thatcher as a role model. She also loves heavy metal.
- Rachel Treisman
Books about race and gender to be returned to school libraries on some military bases

The order is to be implemented at school libraries on military bases in Kentucky, Virginia, Italy and Japan. Students and their families claimed their First Amendment rights had been violated when officials removed the books to comply with President Trump's executive orders.
- Elizabeth Blair

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