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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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PPP Loans Provided Lots Of Cash Assistance With Few Questions Asked

Jan 19, 2023
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Much Ado About Debt

Jan 18, 2023
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Proud Boys Members Face Seditious Conspiracy Charges

Jan 17, 2023
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The Fight To Keep Climate Change Off The Back Burner

Jan 16, 2023
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A New Congress Takes Shape; Stefanik's Stock Rises; 'Spare' Sparks Drama

Jan 13, 2023
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Garland Appoints Special Counsel To Investigate Biden Document Storage

Jan 12, 2023
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Document Drama Differs Between Biden & Trump

Jan 11, 2023
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Democrats' 2024 Primary Plans Get More Complicated

Jan 10, 2023
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Border, Drugs, Economy On Agenda As North American Leaders Meet

Jan 9, 2023
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McCarthy Prevails, Becomes Speaker In Late-Night House Vote

Jan 7, 2023