The Jackpod: The child is father of the man On Point news analyst Jack Beatty looks back at Elon Musk's traumatic childhood as a lens through which to understand the world view of the planet’s richest man.
Week in politics: Trump, Putin discuss the war, House and Senate Republicans divided We look at President Trump's relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin and why House and Senate Republicans are charting different paths to passing Trump's budget. Scott Simon
How much power does the minority really have? Dems face pressure to fight Trump agenda Congressional Democrats are navigating being in the minority with very little leverage against the Trump administration's agenda. Barbara Sprunt
Petroleum lobbyist, Project 2025: What to know about Trump's Land Management nominee The U.S. Bureau of Land Management plays a huge role in permitting and developing energy projects across the country.
Widespread concern among U.S. allies in Munich about Ukraine policy, foreign aid NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., about what he's hearing from and discussing with U.S. allies during the Munich Security Conference. Mary Louise Kelly
A teacher-turned-lawmaker shares Valentines at the Wisconsin State Capitol Love connection? Probably not. This Valentine's Day, one Wisconsin lawmaker is trying to bring colleagues together on politics, no matter the party. Maayan Silver
Layoffs start at CDC, targeting probationary staff As many as 1,300 probationary employees at CDC are being let go, at the direction of the Trump administration. The cuts represent around 10% of the agency's workforce. Pien Huang
ICE officers granted access to unaccompanied minors database Trump administration officials say the move was necessary "to build a culture of child safety and accountability." But advocates say they fear the administration will use it for immigration enforcement. Ximena Bustillo
Elon Musk's team is expected to target the Pentagon soon, pledging cost cuts The DOGE team is aiming to cut 8% from next year's defense budget, officials tell NPR. Tom Bowman
An Israeli raid of a famous Palestinian bookstore stokes censorship fears A famous Palestinian-owned bookstore in East Jerusalem was raided by Israeli police, stoking fears of increased censorship. Leila Fadel
