Politics Why the White House hasn't benefited much from investing in infrastructure The Biden administration pumped billions of dollars into roads, bridges, airports and rail -- but saw little if any political benefit in the election. Joel Rose
Politics Did Democrats lose on the economy or the culture wars? Three strategists weigh in After last week's losses, Democrats have pointed fingers, laid blame, and second-guessed themselves. NPR called three strategists to look ahead instead and ask: Where does the party go from here? Alejandra Marquez Janse Ari Shapiro Courtney Dorning
Politics Trump picks RFK Jr. to oversee the Department of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — a former presidential candidate who has a history of spreading conspiracy theories, including about vaccines — is poised to have a key health role in the Trump administration. Jeongyoon Han
Politics Targets of Trump's threats brace for the new administration President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly promised to investigate, prosecute, imprison or otherwise punish his perceived enemies during his campaign. Now, some of his targets are preparing. Tom Dreisbach
Politics Bob Ferguson, chess master and Washington's next governor, preps for Trump rematch Scott Greenstone
Politics Senate Republicans concerned with Gaetz nomination ask to access House ethics probe Senators are calling for access to a House Ethics Committee probe into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., following his nomination to be the next Attorney General under president-elect Donald Trump. Deirdre Walsh Lexie Schapitl Elena Moore
Politics Florida sues FEMA for discrimination accusing it of denying aid to Trump supporters Fla. Attorney General Ashley Moody is suing Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell, and a former FEMA supervisor for violating Floridians' civil rights after hurricanes. Debbie Elliott
Politics '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
Politics 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
Politics 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
