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Elections

President Joe Biden meets with President-elect Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

Trump makes a victor’s return to Washington and pledges a ‘smooth’ transition of power from Biden

President-elect Donald Trump held a nearly two-hour Oval Office meeting Wednesday with President Joe Biden and committed to a straightforward transition of power.

2 months ago

Donald Trump stands in front of a crowd
Politics & Policy

The polls underestimated Trump’s support — again. Here’s why

President-elect Donald Trump has long presented pollsters with a challenge. Here's what polling underestimated and what it accurately foreshadowed in this election.

2 months ago

Former President Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

What happens to Donald Trump’s criminal conviction? Here are a few ways it could go

A New York judge says he'll make a decision as early as next week on the future of Donald Trump's hush money case.

2 months ago

On the left sits Democratic Montgomery County Commissioner Neil Makhija. On the right is is former Pennsylvania Gov. Mark Schweiker, a Republican Bucks County native.
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

In purple Bucks County, voters grapple with the election's aftermath

We are joined by former Republican Pennsylvania Gov. Mark Schweiker and Democratic Montco Commissioner Neil Makhija for this live event at the Indian Valley Public Library.

Air Date: November 13, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 52:13
The dome of the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania House Republicans pick new floor leader after failing to regain majority

The House Republican caucus voted behind closed doors for five-term Rep. Jesse Topper to head their 101-seat minority in 2025-26.

2 months ago

Sussex County Republican Committee Vice Chair Tom Molnar
Politics & Policy

Delaware Republicans rejoice, Democrats express shock over presidential election results

Despite Vice President Harris’ sweeping Delaware win, President-elect Trump benefited from lower turnout and broadened appeal compared to 2020.

2 months ago

Listen 1:09
Dr. Benjamin Jin looks into a microscope
Health
NPR

With Trump coming into power, the NIH is in the crosshairs

While the National Institutes of Health — which gets $48 billion annually for biomedical research — enjoys bipartisan support, the president-elect could cut its budget.

2 months ago

Donald Trump stands
Politics & Policy

As the transition unfolds, Trump eyes one of his favorite targets: U.S. intelligence

The president-elect promises to clean house and overhaul agencies like the CIA, actions that critics say could undermine the country's global position.

2 months ago

Woman shopping in a supermarket
Politics & Policy

Why high prices toppled Democrats — and other governments around the world

Voters really don't like inflation. In fact, whenever there's a sustained jump in the cost of living, the party in power often pays a price.

2 months ago

a canvas observer photographs Lehigh County provisional ballots as vote counting in the general election continues in Allentown, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Senate race is close in Pa., provisional ballots may make the difference. Does yours need to be ‘fixed?’

As the race for U.S. Senate remains close in Pa., many eyes are on provisional ballots which may tip the balance. Some, however, may not be counted without action.

2 months ago

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard
Politics & Policy

Here are the people Trump has picked for key positions so far

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will lead the Department of Health and Human Services, and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio will be secretary of state.

2 months ago

Voters wait in line
Politics & Policy

Claims that millions of noncitizens would illegally vote evaporated after Trump’s win

Before Election Day, right-wing social media was awash with claims about noncitizens voting. Once it was clear President-elect Trump would win, those claims dried up.

2 months ago

Jasmine Rivera stands in the middle of an art exhibition space.
Community

‘We know what’s on the line’: Philly and Pa. immigration leaders, organizers gear up for a second Trump presidency

“We’re going to have to address urgent needs while doing the long-term work to achieve structural change,” said one organizer. "We are going to need everyone to fight back."

2 months ago

Listen 1:22
Donald Trump standing in sight of multiple U.S. flags
Health

Pa. abortion providers, legal experts look at what’s ahead for reproductive rights under a second Trump term

Health providers and legal experts say changes to federal funding, insurance coverage and federal law during Trump’s first presidency could foretell what’s to come.

2 months ago

Listen 1:16
Donald Trump raises a fist
Politics & Policy

Trump has vowed to kill U.S. offshore wind projects. Will he succeed?

Numerous offshore wind projects have approvals and at least three are operating. Trump could prohibit future projects and exert leverage over ones that aren't as far along.

2 months ago

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