Rachel Martin
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The Gift Of Posthumous Prince Music
Rachel Martin talks to NPR Music critic Ann Powers about Piano & a Microphone 1983, Prince's first posthumous album of previously unreleased material, out now.
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Trump: Ford Should Accept Invitation To Testify Before Senate Panel
On Wednesday President Donald Trump said Christine Blasey Ford should accept the Senate Judiciary Committee's invitation to testify to discuss her sexual abuse allegations against Brett Kavanaugh.
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In North Carolina, Some Communities Face New Post-Hurricane Florence Dangers
It has been days since Hurricane Florence struck the Carolinas. But in some parts of the state, the worst may be yet to come. The Cape Fear River, which borders Fayetteville, could crest to 62 feet.
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Kavanaugh Again Denies Sexual Assault Allegation
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh reportedly visited the White House Monday and has issued another strong denial of a sexual assault allegation. Democrats call for a delay on the nomination vote.
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News Brief: Brett Kavanaugh, Hurricane Florence And Typhoon Mangkhut
A vote on Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination may be delayed after a woman said he attempted to sexually assault her decades ago. Florence is downgraded and a typhoon threatens parts of Asia.
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Paul Manafort Concludes Plea Deal
Paul Manafort, former Trump campaign chairman, will plead guilty to charges brought against him by Special Counsel Robert Mueller. An arraignment and plea agreement hearing is scheduled on Friday.
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Morning News Brief
Scientists say one of the biggest threats posed by Hurricane Florence is rain. The Trump White House takes credit for a strong economy. Millions of Syrians could be in the path of a bombing campaign.
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Don McGahn, White House Lawyer, To Step Down
President Trump announced on Twitter Wednesday morning that White House Counsel Don McGahn will leave his position in the fall. NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith explains.
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Morning News Brief
Are President Trump's legal problems about to multiply now that two of his closest former aides are guilty of serious crimes? And, time is running out on Britain's plans for an orderly Brexit.