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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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How The Iowa Caucus Works

Jan 12, 2024
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The Migrant Crisis On The Border And The Hill

Jan 11, 2024
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The Argument For Presidential Blanket Immunity

Jan 10, 2024
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What We're Hearing On The Ground In Iowa

Jan 9, 2024
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Will A Government Shutdown Be Avoided?

Jan 8, 2024
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Biden: 2024 Election Is About The Fight For Democracy

Jan 5, 2024
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Trump's Election Headwinds

Jan 4, 2024
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Trump's Ballot Battle

Jan 3, 2024
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Congress' 2024 Outlook: More Legislating, Less Drama?

Jan 2, 2024
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The Impact Of Restrictive Abortion Laws In 2023

Jan 1, 2024