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Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger are two Democrats vying for governorships in New Jersey and Virginia as Republicans prepare to take over federal control in Congress and the White House.

The federal government remains open for business. That’s because Congress managed to avoid a government shutdown on Friday that would have hit families right before the holidays. ASMA KHALID, HOST: …

Some U.S. cities are seeing a bump in marriage licenses. Same-sex couples and couples with mixed immigration status are among those heading to the alter before the start of the …

As the country’s longest serving governor leaves office, Washington’s Jay Inslee says the state should impose a wealth tax on the rich to meet the state’s needs.

NPR’s Asma Khalid talks to Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland about the newly released findings from an ethics investigation into former congressman Matt Gaetz.

Cyclists pass police standing next to a burning makeshift tyre barricade, erected by protesters demonstrating against the military coup, in Yangon’s South Okkalapa township on April 1, 2021. STR/AFP via …

Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 21 in Chicago. Paul Sancya/AP hide caption toggle caption Paul Sancya/AP Former President Bill Clinton was admitted Monday …

Then-Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) speaks during a committee hearing on July 23, 2024 in Washington, D.C. Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images The House …

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) about allegations that aides shielded President Biden from high-ranking officials and the public due to concern about his fitness for office.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) headquarters building in Washington. J. David Ake/AP hide caption toggle caption J. David Ake/AP Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up …