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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's Indictment Could Lock Up Primary, But Lock Out Presidency

Jun 16, 2023
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Wages Up. Inflation Down. Strong Economy? Depends Who You Ask.

Jun 15, 2023
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They Want To Pitch Grand Plans — Instead They're Talking Trump

Jun 14, 2023
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No Major Violence In Miami As Trump Pleaded Not Guilty

Jun 13, 2023
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Trump — Facing Federal Indictment — Is Greeted Like A Rock Star

Jun 12, 2023
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Donald Trump Charged With 37 Federal Crimes

Jun 10, 2023
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SCOTUS Strikes Down Alabama Maps That Limit Black Voter Power

Jun 8, 2023
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Mike Pence, Chris Christie Are Running — Can They Topple The Don?

Jun 7, 2023
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Who Should Decide What's Taught In Schools?

Jun 6, 2023
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Putting The 'Ex' In Texas? AG Ken Paxton Faces Permanent Removal

Jun 5, 2023