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Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin On His Opposition To GOP Tax Bill

The Republicans rolled out their tax plan on Thursday, but not all of them are on board. NPR's David Greene speaks with Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York about why he isn't satisfied.

Hillary Clinton Outlines Plan To Address Autism

This week in Iowa, Hillary Clinton announced a detailed plan to address autism, including additional resources and research. NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Ron Fournier, a columnist for National Journal and father of a child with Asperger's syndrome, about the plan and the significance of a presidential campaign taking on the issue.

It's not clear how living in a segregated neighborhood affects blood pressure, but stress is one potential cause, experts say.

Leaving Segregated Neighborhoods Lowers Blacks' Blood Pressure

African-Americans experienced a drop in blood pressure when they moved from highly segregated neighborhoods to more integrated areas, according to a study that followed people's health for decades.

What You Want To Know About The Presidential Debate

Our Politics Podcast team takes questions from listeners before Monday night's first presidential debate.

A passenger looks over planes sitting on the tarmac at LaGuardia Airport in New York City on Nov. 22. A previously undisclosed TSA program flags passengers for observation, and undercover air marshals observe their behavior — including whether they make calls or send texts as they travel, <em>The Boston Globe</em> reports.

TSA's 'Quiet Skies' Program Tracks, Observes Travelers In The Air

Some U.S. citizens have been trailed during their flights by undercover air marshals who take detailed notes on their behavior. The program was first reported on by The Boston Globe.

The U.S. Census Bureau hosts public meetings of its advisory committees at the agency's headquarters in Suitland, Md.

Census Bureau Stops Plans For 2020 Census Advisory Committee

The decision comes as the Census Bureau battles lawsuits over a new citizenship question and cybersecurity concerns about the 2020 census. The 2010 census committee's chair calls the move a "mistake."

Democratic National Committee Deputy Chairman Rep. Keith Ellison , D-Minn., has been accused of domestic abuse by a former girlfriend, allegations that Ellison denies.

Congressman Accused Of Domestic Abuse By Former Girlfriend

Rep. Keith Ellison, a Democrat who represents the Minneapolis area, denies the accusation. Ellison is running for state Attorney General and the primary election is Tuesday.

Senior FBI Agent Peter Strzok outside his home in Fairfax, Va., in January. Strzok is scheduled to appear before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to discuss text messages sent during the 2016 presidential campaign.

Senior FBI Agent Who Criticized Trump Appears In Congress Amid GOP Onslaught

Peter Strzok went behind closed doors with the House Judiciary Committee following months of criticism of the politically charged text messages he exchanged with another FBI official in 2016.

Cokie Roberts On Politicians And Sexual Harassment

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about the history of Washington politicians and sexual harassment.

Lawmakers Aim To Pass Bill Protecting Mueller From Trump

Justice Department special counsel Robert Mueller unveiled his first charges in the Russia imbroglio on Monday. Three former Trump aides were involved, and members of Congress have said they want to pass a bill protecting Mueller from being fired by Trump if the president feels threatened.

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