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The NPR Politics Podcast

Every weekday, NPR"s best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don"t just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.Political wonks - get wonkier with The NPR Politics Podcast+. Your subscription supports the podcast and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics

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12:49

Document Drama Differs Between Biden & Trump

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/11

Both the president and his predecessor are facing investigations from the Department of Justice over the potential mishandling of classified documents. But the two cases have strong differences between them, both in terms of scale and practice. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Casey Morell. Our

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14:53

Democrats' 2024 Primary Plans Get More Complicated

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/10

The Democratic National Committee announced South Carolina would supplant Iowa and New Hampshire as the first state in the party's 2024 nominating contests, but not everyone in the DNC is convinced it's a good idea. Meanwhile, New Hampshire and Georgia missed a DNC-imposed deadline on aligning their primaries with the party's proposed timelines. How will things shake out before the next presidential campaigns start in earnest? This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political reporter

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14:06

Border, Drugs, Economy On Agenda As North American...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/09

President Biden heads to Mexico City this week for two days of meetings with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Biden's trip comes after he made his first visit to the U.S.-Mexico border as president, and the three are set to talk about issues affecting all of their countries, including immigration. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid and Tamara Keith, and Mexico City correspondent Eyder Peralta.This episode was produced by

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18:55

McCarthy Prevails, Becomes Speaker In Late-Night...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/07

After 15 rounds of balloting, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was elected Speaker of the House. The series of votes were contentious at times, and McCarthy made several concessions to secure the office. What can be expected from his tenure? This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Casey Morell. Our executive

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26:46

Is Kevin McCarthy On The Brink?

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/07

The California Republican was able to win over some of his detractors today as balloting for the Speaker of the House entered a fourth day. However, neither he — nor any other candidate — has won enough votes to take the position, leaving the House in continued limbo. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.In the event a speaker is elected

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13:42

House Impasse Continues

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/06

After more votes, the House of Representatives is no closer to electing a new Speaker. Republicans voted for other candidates as more House members offered up longshot alternatives to Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.).This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi

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15:54

Six Ballots — None The Speaker

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/05

Following three more votes on Wednesday, Republicans in the House remain divided on who should be the chamber's speaker. Support for Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) remains high among Republicans, but he has not obtained the support of an overall majority of representatives.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited

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17:53

House Deadlocks In Vote For New Speaker

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/04

The 118th Congress began its work today, and the first order of business for the House was to select a new speaker. However, after multiple rounds of voting, no candidate achieved a clear majority of voting members — meaning the House can't conduct any official business. California Republican Kevin McCarthy, widely expected to accede to the position, faced notable opposition from members of his own party. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh,

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36:09

The Push To Redefine 'Black' And End Anti-Racist...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2023/01/02

In this episode of Code Switch, NPR's Hansi Lo Wang reports on the effort by Republican officials in Louisiana to change how Black people are counted in voting maps. If their plan is successful, it could shrink the power of Black voters across the country — and further gut the Voting Rights Act. Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics

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27:30

"Can't Let It Go" Holiday Spectacular 2022

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/30

The NPR Politics crew shares the things that they just can't let go of this year, politics and otherwise.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, political reporter Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Ximena Bustillo, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, Weekend Edition host Ayesha Rascoe, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and political reporter Barbara Sprunt.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is

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15:20

After Roe, The Supreme Court Seems Poised to Undo...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/29

Affirmative action, indigenous rights and election integrity could all be radically reshaped by the far-right court this term, as Chief Justice John Roberts continues to insist the political battlefield is a non-partisan institution. Here are the cases you should be watching.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and legal affairs correspondent Nina TotenbergThis episode was produced by Lexie Schapitl. It was edited by

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18:28

After Months Of Inflation, Where Is The Economy Heading?

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/28

A huge number of voters indicated that the economy was their top concern in the midterm election — something that likely helped Republicans take control of the House of Representatives. But President Biden's party fared far better than expected given how persistent rising costs have been. So what's going on with the economy right now, and what could be coming down the road?This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and chief economics correspondent

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17:46

2022 Reshaped the U.S. Relationship With Russia, China

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/27

The U.S. has dispatched billions in military aid to Ukraine to support its territorial defense after Russia invaded at the beginning of the year and joined with allies to issue stringent sanctions against Vladimir Putin's government. And a dust-up over U.S. support for Taiwan, an independent democracy which China considers part of its territory, was a recent point of tension with China — though Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping recently met for several hours of diplomatic talks.This episode:

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20:59

Belonging, Money, Duty? Inside Account Of Why GOP...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/26

Tim Miller spent years working as a Republican political operative for candidates like Jeb Bush and Jon Huntsman, before breaking with his party over Donald Trump. In the latest NPR Politics book club chat, Danielle Kurtzleben talks to Miller about Why We Did It — his attempt to explain why professional Republicans chose to back Trump.This episode: political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive

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51:57

Road To Partition

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/23

What happens when a nation splits apart? It's a question many of us are asking ourselves today. It happened 75 years ago with Partition, when India and Pakistan became independent nations, divided by a somewhat arbitrary line that separated neighbors, families, and communities. 15 million people were displaced, leaving a trail of chaos and violence that in some ways has never ended. In today's special episode of the NPR Politics Podcast, from our friends at Throughline, Asma Khalid takes us back in

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23:14

A Love Affair: American Politics And Country Music

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/22

Politicians have long relied on country music stars to burnish their rural reputations — and country stars have long been political agitators. From Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton to Charley Pride and The Chicks, we do a deep-dive into the relationship between country music and U.S. politics.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving, national political correspondent Don Gonyea, and national correspondent Debbie Elliott.This episode was

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13:57

In Legal Limbo, Biden Has No Clear Path To An...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/21

Title 42, implemented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the pandemic, has been used by the Trump and Biden administrations to expel millions of asylum seekers from the country. Mired in legal battles from both ends of the political spectrum over the policy, the Biden administration acknowledges that changes have to be made to the nation's immigration system — but reform appears to still be politically impossible.This episode: politics correspondent Susan Davis, White House

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14:05

Interview: Vice President Kamala Harris

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/20

Her life is about to change: with Democrats expanding their control in the Senate, Vice President Harris tells NPR's Asma Khalid that she won't need to stay as close to Washington as she has in the administration's first two years — when she was her party's tie-breaking vote in the chamber. Harris says she will expand her travel in support of activists and organizers working to advance abortion access and voting rights.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid.This episode was produced by

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13:37

Jan. 6 "Ringleader": Lawmakers Advise Criminal...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/19

Lawmakers investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack advised four criminal charges be filed against former President Donald Trump over his role in the riot. One member noted that the U.S. does not have "a system of justice where foot soldiers go to jail and the masterminds and ringleaders get a free pass." The Department of Justice, entirely independent from Congress, may or may not choose to follow through on the group's referrals.This episode: politics correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional

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27:35

The Twitter Files, LGBTQ Legislation & The Definition...

The NPR Politics Podcast ·

2022/12/16

In this week's roundup, we explore the political implications of Elon Musk's ownership of Twitter alongside the release of information regarding the company's moderation policies, discuss legislation concerning the LGBTQ community that took effect in 2022, and contemplate just what beer actually is.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, disinformation correspondent Shannon Bond, correspondent Melissa Block, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was

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