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Republicans digest a Friday apology from Sen. Trent Lott (R-MS) over remarks that seemed to endorse America's segregated past. Lott has declined to step down from his post as Senate Republican leader. Republicans must decide if he can remain effective. Hear from NPR's Jacki Lyden and NPR's Juan Williams.

On a visit to Iraq, President Trump contended that the U.S. shouldn't be the policeman of the world. Mary Louise Kelly talks to John R. Allen, former commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.

Every answer is a familiar two-word phrase or name with the initials "J.R."

Lawmakers voiced cautious support for the decision to launch strikes in Syria, but leading voices in both parties want the administration to collaborate with Congress on where the strategy goes now.

There is still a scramble to lock down enough votes for GOP leaders to pass their overhaul of the nation's tax code. The bill is a work in progress on the Senate floor today.

The White House is cooperating, but a small group of Trump supporters is building a case that Justice Department special counsel Robert Mueller must step down — or worse.

Every campaign has volunteers who passionately support their candidate for president. Some of them have unique stories — like the couple who moved from Hawaii to Iowa to participate in the caucuses.

Cleveland is home to another museum celebrating music – for now. The Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame inducted its first class over the weekend at Cleveland…

FirstEnergy Solutions is facing heightened scrutiny as Ohio politicians grapple with allegations of racketeering in connection to a nuclear bailout law…

House Republicans vote Thursday on a replacement for former Majority Leader Tom DeLay. Rep. Roy Blunt (R-MO), the acting majority leader, is considered the frontrunner ahead of Rep. John Boehner (R-OH) and Rep. John Shadegg (R-AZ). Blunt and Boehner have strong ties to Washington lobbyists. Shadegg remains a "dark horse" candidate.