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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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Weekly Roundup: February 19th

Feb 19, 2021
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Biden Wants To Re-Open Schools, But How Much Can He Really Do About It?

Feb 18, 2021
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Trump Puts McConnell On Blast

Feb 17, 2021
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What Is In The Next Covid Relief Bill

Feb 16, 2021
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Seven Republicans Voted To Convict Trump. Where Does The GOP Go From Here?

Feb 15, 2021
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Donald Trump Acquitted In Second Impeachment Trial

Feb 14, 2021
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Is Trump's Whataboutism Defense Enough Cover For GOP Acquittal?

Feb 13, 2021
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Democrats Tell Senators A Conviction Could Prevent Future Violence

Feb 12, 2021
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Democrats Ground Case Against Trump In Jarring Insurrection Videos

Feb 11, 2021
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56 Votes Is Enough To Continue Trump's Trial—But Short Of What's Needed To Convict

Feb 10, 2021