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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.…

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Latest episodes

  1. Women could be the deciding votes in Maine Senate race11 Aug 2026
  2. How Trump's focus on his legacy drives his decisions10 Aug 2026
  3. GOP grapples with misconduct allegations against two lawmakers7 Aug 2026
  4. What is Trump's interest in Paramount's merger with WB?6 Aug 2026
  5. Progressives had a good night in Michigan5 Aug 2026
  6. How the GOP plans to fight an anti-incumbent wave4 Aug 2026
  7. It's (still) the economy, stupid3 Aug 2026
  8. Why is Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general in limbo?31 Jul 2026
  9. Who will Wisconsin Democrats pick to run for governor?30 Jul 2026
  10. How power, corruption & lies influence voters' choices29 Jul 2026