The riverfront brawl in Alabama reignites national debate over race Police say the fight in Montgomery, Ala., last week doesn’t meet the criteria for hate crime charges. But video clearly shows how the violence broke down on racial lines, historian Derryn Moten says. Read more on NPR

Will Trump’s Jan. 6 trial move to West Virginia? The long-shot strategy explained Experts say the request is a long shot, legally speaking. But even if it fails, it could still be a win for Trump politically. NPR traveled to West Virginia to explore why. Read more on NPR

Violent threats against public officials are rising. Here’s why A Utah man was killed by federal agents this week after making violent threats against President Biden and other officials. Experts worry that heated political rhetoric is leading to more threats. Read more on NPR