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What form of government do we have in America now? Some scholars say it is no longer liberal democracy, but "competitive authoritarianism." NPR's Frank Langfitt explains the term and its origin.

The battle over migrants and immigration has some big cities in turmoil. Smaller rust belt locations--like Dayton Ohio--are setting up services to attract and help new immigrant residents

Ahead of the Supreme Court's decision on access to mifepristone, an anti-abortion advocate contends that the most commonly used abortion method is not safe for women.

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California Friday night. It was the second quake in two days. Kern County, Calif. Fire Chief Anthony Romero talks with host Renee Montagne.

In Laos, rescue efforts are underway to reach seven men who have been trapped inside a cave for over a week.

The Biden administration's student loan relief program, SAVE, is set to reduce payments this summer for many borrowers, but there are legal challenges looming.

In South Carolina, both Republican candidates for governor are MAGA devotees, but Trump only endorsed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, not Attorney General Alan Wilson. The two are headed to a GOP runoff.

The offer to federal workers to resign and keep pay and benefits is a "scam," says Randy Erwin of the National Federation of Federal Employees. He warns the public will feel federal workforce cuts.

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to former federal prosecutor and legal commentator Renato Marriotti about the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, and if the Republican case against him is solid.

Kenyans are going to the polls Tuesday to elect a new president. The two front runners are familiar names in the East African nation.