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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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Trump Fires National Security Adviser John Bolton

Sep 10, 2019
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The 3rd Democratic Presidential Debate: What You Should Watch For

Sep 9, 2019
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Weekly Roundup: Thursday, September 5

Sep 5, 2019
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On The Trail With Joe Biden

Sep 3, 2019
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Weekly Roundup: Thursday, August 29

Aug 29, 2019
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On The Trail With Beto O'Rourke

Aug 27, 2019
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Trump Says He's Willing To Meet Iran's, China's Leaders — But Next Steps Unclear

Aug 26, 2019
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President Trump Lashes Out Over Trade War With China, Dow Plunges

Aug 24, 2019
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Weekly Roundup: Thursday, August 22

Aug 22, 2019
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Poll: Americans, Including Republicans And Gun Owners, Broadly Support Red Flag Laws

Aug 21, 2019