'Dad, is the world going to end?' How to talk to your kids about the election Many parents are grappling with how to talk to even to their young children about the election. Experts offer tips on how to start the difficult conversation. Amy Held
What a Trump presidency might mean for student loan forgiveness Several of President Biden's efforts at loan relief are in jeopardy, including a repayment plan with millions of borrowers waiting in limbo. Cory Turner
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses "The ABCs of Democracy" House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about his new book "The ABCs of Democracy," and Democrats' outlook following the 2024 election. Michel Martin
Trump intends to nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general President-elect Trump announced he intends to nominate Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general, putting a fierce critic of federal law enforcement in charge of the Justice Department. Leila Fadel
Blue states prepare to fight Trump administration policies States run by Democrats are making preparations to oppose and fend off Trump administration polices — especially on immigration. Ryland Barton
Republican strategist Scott Jennings discusses congressional leadership NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Republican strategist Scott Jennings about Republican leadership in in the U.S. Senate and House. Steve Inskeep
Republicans retain their hold of the House, clinching full control of Congress Republicans have officially won a full trifecta of power in Washington, D.C., following GOP victories in several key U.S. House contests. Susan Davis
King County Exec Dow Constantine won’t run again. Race to succeed him begins After four terms in office, King County Executive Dow Constantine has announced he will not seek reelection next year. Already two members of the King County Council are possible contenders for his job. Amy Radil
'I was shocked': Lawmakers react to Gaetz pick to be Trump's attorney general Trump has picked Matt Gaetz as his attorney general and former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard as his director of national intelligence, surprising many lawmakers who will have to confirm them. Deirdre Walsh
Trump tapped Elon Musk for 'DOGE,' but only Congress can create a new federal agency President-elect Trump has tapped Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to lead what he's calling the "Department of Government Efficiency," or DOGE. Still, only Congress can create a new federal agency. Danielle Kurtzleben
