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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.

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With A Debate Looming, Progressives Feud and Cory Booker Drops Out

Jan 13, 2020
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NPR Politics Live From Chicago: The Road To 2020

Jan 11, 2020
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How Chief Justice Roberts May Preside Over Senate Impeachment

Jan 10, 2020
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House Vote Reignites Tug-Of-War Over Military Authority

Jan 9, 2020
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Trump Responds To Iranian Missile Strike With Sanctions

Jan 8, 2020
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2020 Democrats Divided In Their Response To Iran Conflict

Jan 7, 2020
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Congressional Democrats Plan Vote on Trump's War Powers

Jan 6, 2020
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Weekly Roundup: Friday, January 3rd

Jan 3, 2020
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Julian Castro Drops Out Of 2020 Race; Candidates Release Fundraising Numbers

Jan 2, 2020
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Why New Hampshire Holds The First Primary And Why That Matters

Jan 1, 2020