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  1. How does a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz help Trump?

    13 april 2026 · 19 min

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    Negotiations with Iran over the weekend ended without a deal. In response, President Trump announced that the U.S. military would effectively close the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping traffic. We discuss how the blockade affects the ongoing war in Iran and the possible political consequences for Republicans. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior political correspondent Tamara Keith.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

    Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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  2. Is MAGA fracturing?

    10 april 2026 · 33 min

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    Leaders in the Make America Great Again, or MAGA, coalition are pushing back against President Trump’s decisions regarding the Iran war. We discuss this apparent fracturing within the MAGA coalition, as well as splits between MAGA and the Make America Healthy Again movement. Lees meer

    This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, health correspondent Will Stone and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  3. JD Vance stumps for Hungary’s Orbán

    9 april 2026 · 22 min

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    Vice President JD Vance was in Hungary this week campaigning for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who faces a tough path to reelection. We discuss why the Trump White House is backing Orbán, and whether that support fits into President Trump’s America First vision. Lees meer

    This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and international correspondent Rob Schmitz.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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  4. What did the United States and Iran just agree to?

    8 april 2026 · 19 min

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    In the last day and a half, President Trump threatened to wipe out Iranian “civilization,” then announced a two-week ceasefire. We discuss what we know about the terms the United States and Iran are negotiating, and where things go from here. Lees meer

    This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  5. Voters decide whether Virginia enters redistricting fight

    7 april 2026 · 18 min

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    Voting ends April 21 in Virginia's special election that will decide whether the state redraws its congressional districts to favor Democrats. We discuss how the state fits into the national mid-decade redistricting craze and how Virginians feel about redrawing their districts. Lees meer

    This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and VPM News state politics reporter Jahd Khalil.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  6. Trump says Iran can be "taken out" in one night

    6 april 2026 · 20 min

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    President Trump held a press conference at the White House Monday. He discussed the latest developments in the war with Iran, as well as other topics. We break down what was said, and why it matters. Lees meer

    This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.

    Special thanks to Dana Farrington, Ted Mebane and Natalie Winston.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  7. Trump tries to sell the Iran war, a month after it started

    3 april 2026 · 28 min

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    It was a particularly busy week in politics. We discuss President Trump’s prime-time address about the Iran war, Pam Bondi’s exit as attorney general, rising gas prices, and the White House’s request for an unprecedented $1.5 trillion in defense spending. Lees meer

    This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, national security correspondent Greg Myre, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  8. Trump tries to shape mail-in voting with executive order

    2 april 2026 · 19 min

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    President Trump signed an executive order that seeks to create federal lists of eligible voters and directs the U.S. Postal Service not to send mail-in ballots to anyone not on those lists. We discuss why experts say this order is illegal. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondents Ashley Lopez, Hansi Lo Wang and Miles Parks.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  9. Trump addresses war with Iran

    2 april 2026 · 9 min

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    In a televised, primetime address, President Trump discussed the ongoing U.S. war with Iran, and said the war would be over "shortly." We analyze what the president said, and discuss his claims. Lees meer

    This episode: All Things Considered host Scott Detrow, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and international affairs correspondent Jackie Northam.

    This podcast was edited and produced by Casey Morell.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

    Special thanks to Luke Garrett, Hannah Gluvna and Mansee Khurana.

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  10. SCOTUS hears birthright citizenship arguments

    1 april 2026 · 25 min

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    At issue in the case is whether children born in the United States to people in the country without legal status should receive U.S. citizenship under the 14th Amendment. Justices heard oral arguments today, and we break down what happened. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, Supreme Court and justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg.

    This podcast was edited and produced by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.

    Special thanks to Kelsey Snell, Kelley Dickens and Stacey Abbott.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  11. Should all babies born in the United States be citizens?

    31 maart 2026 · 19 min

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    The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments Wednesday in Trump v. Barbara, a case challenging President Trump’s executive order denying citizenship to children born to people without permanent legal immigration status in the United States. We discuss the politics underlying the case and the potential consequences of overturning the Constitution’s guarantee of birthright citizenship. Lees meer

    This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, Supreme Court and justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  12. The Senate DHS funding deal fell apart. Now what?

    30 maart 2026 · 11 min

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    There was a glimmer of hope for the Department of Homeland Security after the Senate passed a funding bill early Friday morning. Then the House rejected the deal, and Congress left town. We discuss what comes next and who voters will blame for the standstill. Lees meer

    This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  13. How young CPAC-goers feel about the war in Iran

    27 maart 2026 · 29 min

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    This year’s Conservative Political Action Conference, or CPAC, lacks many of the big-name conservative stars typically in attendance, but there’s still plenty of President Trump fandom. We discuss how some of the younger attendees at the event feel about the war in Iran. We also talk about the legacy of Robert Mueller, the former FBI director and special counsel who died last week. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, political reporter Elena Moore, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  14. Will record TSA wait times spur a DHS funding deal?

    26 maart 2026 · 16 min

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    Thursday marks the 41st day since funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed, and congressional negotiators seem to be at a stalemate. We discuss where each side stands and how public frustration over long airport security lines could pressure lawmakers to reach a deal. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  15. In Iran, Trump is both escalating and deescalating

    25 maart 2026 · 16 min

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    President Trump began the week with an announcement that administration officials were having “very good and productive conversations” with Iranian officials about ending the war there, then sent more troops to the region. We discuss the state of negotiations to end the war and the conflicting messages the president is sending with his words and actions. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  16. Democrats’ long-shot bid to flip Alaska’s Senate seat

    24 maart 2026 · 22 min

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    Democrats are hoping for an upset in Alaska’s Senate race. U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola, a Democrat, is trying to unseat Republican incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. We discuss the major issues at play, plus why Republicans are backing an effort to repeal Alaska’s ranked-choice voting system. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and Alaska Public Media Washington correspondent Liz Ruskin.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  17. Trump's name and face are on all the things

    23 maart 2026 · 19 min

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    President Trump could soon have his face on two separate coins, a commemorative one to honor the country's 250th birthday and a $1 coin. We discuss the long list of other government entities that have added Trump's name or face and why it matters. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  18. What's the Trump administration's strategy in Iran?

    20 maart 2026 · 25 min

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    The United States has entered the third week of its war with Iran, but the end game is no clearer today than it was at the start of the war. We talk about what may come next, why NATO allies are rebuffing President Trump's requests for help & what the political implications are. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  19. Sparks fly at DHS confirmation hearing, but Trump’s pick clears committee

    19 maart 2026 · 19 min

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    President Trump’s pick to run the Department of Homeland Security, Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin, advanced past the Senate Homeland Security Committee, even after Mullin clashed with committee chairman Rand Paul, R-Ky., at Wednesday’s hearing. We discuss what new leadership would mean for immigration enforcement operations. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  20. After Trump’s push, Senate debates the ‘SAVE America Act,’ but can it pass?

    18 maart 2026 · 22 min

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    President Trump says he won’t sign any legislation until Congress passes the “SAVE America Act,” legislation that would require proof of citizenship to vote. The Senate narrowly voted Tuesday to allow debate on the bill. We discuss the measure’s prospects and why the president is digging in on this issue. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and congressional correspondent Barbara Sprunt.

    This podcast was produced by Bria Suggs and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  21. The race for a safe Democratic House seat offers clues about the party’s future

    17 maart 2026 · 23 min

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    It’s Primary Day in Illinois, where 15 Democrats, spanning three generations, are vying to succeed longtime Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky in the state's 9th Congressional District. We discuss what the race tells us about the future of the Democratic Party. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  22. Is there a link between political violence and leaders’ rhetoric?

    16 maart 2026 · 19 min

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    There have been three incidents of political violence in the last two weeks — an attack on a synagogue in Michigan, a shooting at Old Dominion University and an attempted attack on anti-Muslim protesters outside the New York City mayor's residence. We discuss whether there are any common threads among these attacks and what role leaders can play in lowering the rhetorical temperature. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef, and congressional correspondent Barbara Sprunt.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  23. Democrats had record turnout in Texas’ Senate primary. Can they flip the seat?

    13 maart 2026 · 28 min

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    It was another busy week in the world of politics. We discuss record turnout among Democrats in Texas’ Senate primary, long airport security lines due to the partial government shutdown, and South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn’s decision to run for reelection at 85 years old. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  24. These swing voters don’t like or understand the reason for the war in Iran

    12 maart 2026 · 18 min

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    NPR reporters observed focus groups of 12 swing voters from Michigan. We discuss their thoughts on the war in Iran and what they wish President Trump would focus on. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  25. The toll the war in Iran has on the U.S. economy

    11 maart 2026 · 20 min

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    The United States’ war in Iran is roiling global oil markets. We discuss how that affects the American economy — not just at the gas pump — and how those economic challenges are playing in this year’s elections. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, chief economics correspondent Scott Horsley, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  26. ICE is keeping tabs on American citizens

    10 maart 2026 · 17 min

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    Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been using a variety of tools to keep tabs on not just immigrants the agency intends to deport but also U.S. citizens who publicly oppose the agency’s tactics. We discuss what that surveillance looks like and what the impact is for people whose activity the agency has tracked. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, reporter Kat Lonsdorf, and power and influence reporter Jude Joffe-Block.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  27. Poll: Most Americans oppose war in Iran, but most Republicans support it

    9 maart 2026 · 24 min

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    A majority of Americans oppose the United States' military action in Iran, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. However, that opposition breaks down along party lines, with a majority of Republicans saying they support the war. We discuss whether the lack of public support could alter President Trump's next steps and how the war could affect this year's midterm elections. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  28. Justice Department releases missing Epstein files related to Trump

    6 maart 2026 · 31 min

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    It was another busy week in Washington. We discuss Kristi Noem getting fired from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security and the new release of missing Epstein files related to President Trump. Lees meer

    Note: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault.

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, political reporter Stephen Fowler and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  29. Why is the U.S. at war with Iran?

    5 maart 2026 · 24 min

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    In less than a week, the Trump administration's justifications for the war in Iran have already changed several times, as have the administration's goals for what it wants to accomplish. We discuss both, plus what could come next. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  30. Runoffs, voting mishaps and Trump endorsements in TX and NC primaries

    4 maart 2026 · 26 min

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    The results are in from the first primaries of the midterm election cycle, and Senate races are starting to take shape. We discuss key takeaways from primary contests in North Carolina and Texas. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  31. Trump keeps teasing a federal election takeover

    3 maart 2026 · 22 min

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    President Trump continues to suggest the federal government should take control over how elections are run. We discuss what he has said about the ways he could do that, whether those tactics are legal, and the impact of the president even suggesting it. Lees meer

    This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

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  32. What Trump says to expect of war in Iran

    2 maart 2026 · 20 min

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    The United States is now at war with Iran. President Trump says to expect the conflict to last four to five weeks and more American casualties. We discuss what else the administration has signaled about the war and how it could affect domestic politics. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.

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  33. U.S. and Israel strike Iran. Here's what we know

    28 februari 2026 · 25 min

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    Overnight, the United States and Israel launched military strikes against Iran.

    The strikes targeted Iran’s top leaders, Supreme Leader Khamanei and President Masoud Pezeshkian — trying to kill them, according to a person briefed on Israel’s operation who spoke to NPR. Iran has responded by lobbing missiles at Israel and other countries in the region that host U.S. troops.

    Host Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Greg Myre, NPR national security correspondent, and Daniel Estrin, NPR international correspondent based in Tel Aviv, about what they know and what could come next.

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  34. Is the U.S. going to war with Iran?

    27 februari 2026 · 30 min

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    The United States has not yet reached a deal with Iran over that country's nuclear program, despite continued talks this week. We discuss what the Trump administration hopes to achieve and what kind of military action could be on the horizon. We also discuss the United States’ role in the war in Ukraine as the conflict enters a fifth year. Lees meer

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  35. Why bipartisanship is disappearing from Congress

    26 februari 2026 · 17 min

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    The nationwide push to redraw congressional districts mid-decade has not led to a big advantage for either political party, but it has created less competitive districts. We discuss how that reduces bipartisanship on Capitol Hill, and we discuss one lawmaker who seems to buck that trend. Lees meer

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  36. Is the FCC 'equal time' rule leading to media censorship — and self-censorship?

    25 februari 2026 · 17 min

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    The Federal Communications Commission is investigating ABC over its show The View's airing of an interview with a Texas politician. Stephen Colbert moved his interview with the same candidate off broadcast, all because of the FCC’s "equal time" rule. We discuss the rule, possible changes to it, and how it could all affect the way Americans get their information. Lees meer

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  37. Key takeaways from President Trump's State of the Union address

    25 februari 2026 · 21 min

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    President Trump delivered his first State of the Union address of his second term Tuesday night. We break down what he said, what his political messaging was, and how it previews the administration's goals through the midterm elections. We also analyze how the Democrats responded. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.

    This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.

    Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.

    Special thanks to Kelsey Snell, Natalie Winston and Neil Tevault.

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  38. What to watch in the race for North Carolina's open Senate seat

    23 februari 2026 · 18 min

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    North Carolina’s primary election is next week, and early voting is already underway. We discuss what to watch in the race for the state's open Senate seat and a competitive Democratic primary in the state's 4th congressional district. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and WUNC Capitol Bureau Chief Colin Campbell.

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  39. Supreme Court rules most of Trump’s tariffs are illegal

    20 februari 2026 · 23 min

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    The Supreme Court ruled Friday that President Trump cannot use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose sweeping global tariffs. We discuss President Trump’s reaction to the decision and what comes next for his tariffs. Lees meer

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  40. Federal agencies under Trump have been using white nationalist messages

    19 februari 2026 · 16 min

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    Federal government agencies have repeatedly invoked white nationalist language and images in the year since President Trump returned to the White House for his second term. We discuss the intended target of those messages and what effects they have. Lees meer

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  41. Trump says his administration should pay him billions of dollars

    18 februari 2026 · 12 min

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    President Trump has filed legal claims against the U.S. government and says he should be paid billions of dollars in damages. We discuss the significance of these claims and how Trump uses lawsuits as political tools. Lees meer

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  42. What's the main thing in Maine's Senate race?

    17 februari 2026 · 20 min

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    Democrats see Maine as one of their best chances to flip a Republican senate seat in this autumn's midterm elections. We look at Democrats vying to replace Sen. Susan Collins, as well as Collins' chances at winning another term in office. Lees meer

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  43. Trump administration eliminates greenhouse gas regulations

    16 februari 2026 · 17 min

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    The Trump administration has rescinded the Environmental Protection Agency’s “endangerment finding,” the scientific finding that greenhouse gas emissions harm the public. We discuss what’s behind the change and what it could mean for Americans. Lees meer

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  44. DHS funding set to expire as talks over immigration enforcement reforms stall

    13 februari 2026 · 27 min

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    Funding for the Department of Homeland Security is set to expire at the end of the day Friday, after congressional leaders’ negotiations over reforms to immigration enforcement operations stalled. We discuss what a shutdown of the department means in practical terms, plus what we learned when immigration agency leaders testified before Congress this week. Lees meer

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  45. Trump wants a deal with Iran, but could military strikes be coming?

    12 februari 2026 · 22 min

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    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Trump this week to discuss the United States’ ongoing talks with Iran over that country’s military capabilities. We discuss what each side wants and possible next steps, plus the latest in the efforts for peace in Gaza. Lees meer

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  46. ICE makes these swing voters anxious, but they don’t want to ‘abolish ICE’

    11 februari 2026 · 16 min

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    NPR reporters observed focus groups of 14 swing voters from Arizona. We discuss how they feel about federal immigration enforcement tactics and what about the economy worries them. Lees meer

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  47. What to watch in the Texas Senate race

    10 februari 2026 · 20 min

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    Texas Sen. John Cornyn, running for his fifth term, is locked in a competitive Republican primary contest. Meanwhile, some Democrats think they can flip the seat, electing a Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate for the first time since 1988. We discuss what to watch in the heated primaries as voters begin casting their ballots next week. Lees meer

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  48. The midterm map is beginning to take shape

    9 februari 2026 · 23 min

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    Beginning in March, voters will start picking their preferred candidates to run for House and Senate races throughout the country. With a record number of incumbents retiring, we look at what seats are especially competitive & the issues that might play big roles in how voters make up their minds. Lees meer

    This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

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  49. How fights over ICE funding are playing out on the Hill and in midterm races

    6 februari 2026 · 27 min

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    Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are running out of time to reach an agreement over funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. We discuss the state of negotiations, plus how calls to “abolish ICE” are playing out in congressional races. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and political reporter Elena Moore.

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  50. Most Americans say ICE has ‘gone too far’ in new poll

    5 februari 2026 · 18 min

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    Nearly two-thirds of Americans say Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s actions have gone too far, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist Poll. We discuss what else the poll tells us about public perception of President Trump, including on the economy and foreign policy. Lees meer

    This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.

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