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Eight out of 10 Americans believe the U.S. faces a threat to democracy but disagree on what is causing it. The final NPR/PBS Newshour/Marist poll of 2022 reveals insights into public opinion.

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy faces an early test of party loyalty Tuesday with GOP House leadership elections. The full chamber will vote for the next speaker at the start of the new year.

In July, coronavirus infections, hospitalizations and emergency room visits have inched up. Recent summers have seen a bump in COVID-19. This year's rise looks modest so far.

For the first time in its history, Pakistan is poised to put a former president and army chief of staff on trial. A special court has been convened to hear allegations against General Pervez Musharraf. He's charged with committing treason after he suspended the nation's constitution in 2007 and declared a state of emergency.

Afterschool programs can improve students academic and social skills, and many got a big boost from pandemic relief funding. But that money is expiring soon, and some programs may disappear with it.

Ukraine's advance into western Russia has slowed in recent days as Russian reinforcements begin to reach the region. The two sides appear headed for a showdown in the coming days.

The House voted 216-207 Wednesday to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt.

The University of Connecticut's women's basketball team is back in the Final Four thanks in part to Paige Bueckers. Bueckers has done a lot in her amazing career except win the NCAA title. She's ready.

Lawmakers in Congress this week failed to pass a measure on border security. Voters are not happy about the latest setback.

In Tennessee, a special election for a vacant congressional seat is expected to be more competitive in a district that has been strongly Republican for years.