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Congressional Black Caucus Member Discusses Obama Meeting

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus met with President Obama yesterday to clear the air over lingering tensions on how the Obama administration has handled minority issues. Host Michel Martin speaks with Congresswoman Yvette Clarke for her take on the meeting, what the President said, and the concerns the CBC has with the Obama administration.

Senate Passes Sweeping Financial Overhaul Bill

President Obama and the Democrats scored another major legislative victory Thursday. The Senate passed a broad bill to overhaul financial regulations. The measure rewrites the rules for Wall Street to try to avoid crises like the 2008 economic meltdown. This time the Democrats got a little help from Republicans.

Toyota Chief Apologizes For Recalls

Automaker Toyota's president told lawmakers Wednesday he was "deeply sorry" for the problems that has led to the mass recalls of the company's vehicles. Akio Toyoda also pledged his company would change the way it handles consumer complaints.

About nine in 10 people accused of crimes in federal courts are represented by a public defender or court-appointed attorney. If Congress proceeds with its current budget plans, the defenders may need to lose nearly 500 full-time staff members.

Federal public defenders warn budget cuts may threaten ability to represent clients

Federal public defenders face a looming budget crisis that threatens their ability to represent indigent people accused of crimes.

Is 'Toxic Fashion' making us sick? A look at the chemicals lurking in our clothes

In 2018, Delta airlines unveiled new uniforms made of a synthetic-blend fabric. Soon after, flight attendants began to get sick. Alden Wicker explains how toxic chemicals get in clothes in To Dye For.

Taco John's has given up its 'Taco Tuesday' trademark after a battle with Taco Bell

Taco John's had the trademark since 1989 in all U.S. states except New Jersey. Taco Bell argued that the phrase is too common for anyone to own exclusive rights to it.

In-N-Out is barring employees in five states from wearing masks unless they have a doctor's note, according to internal company emails leaked on social media last week. An In-N-Out Burger signs is seen on June 8, 2010, in Baldwin Park, Calif.

In-N-Out Burger bans employees in 5 states from wearing masks

The new mask policy will apply to employees in Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Texas and Utah. Employees in California and Oregon can choose to wear a company-provided N95 mask.

China's Catholics have traditionally been divided into two churches. One, the "open" or government-sanctioned church, and the "underground," or Vatican-sanctioned church. Here, clergy from the government-sanctioned church hold a procession to the Sheshan basilica on the outskirts of Shanghai.

China's Divided Catholics Seek Reconciliation

China's 12 million Catholics have been bitterly divided for decades. Some belong to Beijing-sanctioned churches, while others worship in "underground" churches loyal to the Vatican. Even though Pope Benedict XVI has urged reconciliation, China's Catholics have struggled to follow his instructions.

C.J. Pearson of Georgia, Alyssa Rinelli of Wisconsin, and Brilyn Hollyhand of Alabama are working to help the Republican Party mobilize more younger voters.

These young Republicans want the GOP to do more to recruit young voters

Younger voters favor Democrats by a wide margin, but the Republican Party is trying to change that with the RNC's new youth advisory council and other efforts to reach young voters where they are.

'Rules Committee' Prepares To Establish Rules For Republican National Convention

Before the Republican National Convention starts Monday, a small group of delegates have to make the rules for it. NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with delegate Matt Micheli, a member on the committee.

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