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President-elect Trump’s call for government efficiency found some enthusiasm on Capitol Hill this week, while opposition for controversial nominees seemed to weaken. ELISSA NADWORNY, HOST: On Capitol Hill this week, …

Tesla CEO Elon Musk (left), co-chair of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), carries his son “X” on his shoulders, as he walks with Speaker of the House …

The rise of momfluencers and tradwives are filling a void for modern mothers. In this episode, we continue our conversation about the hellscape of modern motherhood, and look into an …

After their party’s election losses in November, House Democrats are looking to regroup with a shuffle in leadership. AILSA CHANG, HOST: Democrats have spent the last several weeks regrouping after …

Voters take a selfie after casting ballots at Edsel Ford High School on Nov. 5 in Dearborn, Mich. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Gregory Shamus/Getty Images New data …

NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with Rob Kelner of the law firm Covington and Burling about the vetting process for presidential nominees.

A visitor looks at an exhibition on voting rights in the U.S. at the International African American Museum in Charleston, S.C., in January. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images hide caption …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are making their case for government efficiency to members of Congress. AILSA CHANG, HOST: Official Washington is known for its acronyms, right? And the incoming …

President-elect Donald Trump listens to Elon Musk as he arrives to watch SpaceX’s mega rocket Starship lift off for a test flight from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, on Nov. …

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