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The NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Shutdown Threat, Tariffs & UkraineCongressional Democrats are at odds as to whether or not to support Republican-led efforts to keep the government funded ahead of a Friday deadline. We look at the divisions.Then, the White House expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine & pushed for more tariffs on imported goods, and a certain pop star gets a pop-up. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid and Franco Ordoñez, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen t...
2025-03-1423 minThe NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Shutdown Threat, Tariffs & UkraineCongressional Democrats are at odds as to whether or not to support Republican-led efforts to keep the government funded ahead of a Friday deadline. We look at the divisions.Then, the White House expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine & pushed for more tariffs on imported goods, and a certain pop star gets a pop-up. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid and Franco Ordoñez, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen t...
2025-03-1423 min
KQED's ForumDonald Trump Inaugurated as 47th U.S. PresidentDonald Trump takes the presidential oath of office on Monday, ushering in a second term that he says will push hardline policies on immigration and trade, deregulate industry and slash climate protections. We get your reactions to his inaugural address and what you think the coming days and weeks will bring. How are you preparing for a second Trump term?Guests:Claudia Grisales, national correspondent, NPRZack Beauchamp, senior correspondent, VoxFranklin Foer, staff writer, The Atlantic; His books include "The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden's White House and the Struggle for...
2025-01-2057 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTrump's DOJ, Dept. Of State Picks Have Confirmation HearingsPresident-elect Trump's picks to run the Departments of Justice and State faced senators today in confirmation hearings. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), the secretary of state nominee, and Pam Bondi, the attorney general nominee, both faced tough questions from lawmakers but are expected to be confirmed easily. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger, and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free...
2025-01-1516 minThe NPR Politics PodcastTrump's DOJ, Dept. Of State Picks Have Confirmation HearingsPresident-elect Trump's picks to run the Departments of Justice and State faced senators today in confirmation hearings. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), the secretary of state nominee, and Pam Bondi, the attorney general nominee, both faced tough questions from lawmakers but are expected to be confirmed easily. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger, and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free...
2025-01-1516 min
The NPR Politics PodcastCongress Certifies Trump's Election WinEvery four years, Congress meets to certify the results of the previous November's presidential election in what is usually a calm and straightforward event. But, after the insurrection of Jan. 6, 2021, lawmakers made some changes. We look at what they are, and how things look different today than they did four years ago. Then, as President-elect Trump plans to return to office with Republican majorities in both houses, a look at what Congress' new legislative priorities include. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political correspondent Susan Davis.The podcast...
2025-01-0617 minThe NPR Politics PodcastCongress Certifies Trump's Election WinEvery four years, Congress meets to certify the results of the previous November's presidential election in what is usually a calm and straightforward event. But, after the insurrection of Jan. 6, 2021, lawmakers made some changes. We look at what they are, and how things look different today than they did four years ago. Then, as President-elect Trump plans to return to office with Republican majorities in both houses, a look at what Congress' new legislative priorities include. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political correspondent Susan Davis.The podcast...
2025-01-0617 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWhy Some In Congress Are Skeptical Of Trump's National Intelligence PickTulsi Gabbard doesn't have the typical background for a director of national intelligence, but the former Hawaii congresswoman has made a name for herself: she is a Democrat-turned-Republican who staunchly backed Trump in 2024, and she holds controversial foreign policy views. Will she get the job? This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han and Kelli Wessinger, and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access...
2024-12-1214 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWhy Some In Congress Are Skeptical Of Trump's National Intelligence PickTulsi Gabbard doesn't have the typical background for a director of national intelligence, but the former Hawaii congresswoman has made a name for herself: she is a Democrat-turned-Republican who staunchly backed Trump in 2024, and she holds controversial foreign policy views. Will she get the job? This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han and Kelli Wessinger, and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access...
2024-12-1214 min
Özel masallah podcastGaetz meets with senators as House Ethics Committee fails to agree on release of findingsPresident elect-Trump's controversial pick for attorney general, former Congressman Matt Gaetz, met with Republican senators on Capitol Hill Wednesday. The meetings come amid mounting pressure on the House Ethics Committee to release a report looking into several allegations against Gaetz, including sexual misconduct. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Claudia Grisales of NPR. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
2024-11-2105 min
KQED's ForumTrump to Nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to Head the DOJPresident-elect Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he will nominate Matt Gaetz as U.S. Attorney General. The polarizing MAGA congressman from Florida engineered the ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and is the subject of an ongoing House Ethics Committee investigation for sexual misconduct and illicit drug use. We talk about the implications of Gaetz’s nomination and what the Department of Justice could look like under a second Trump term.Guests:Benjamin Wittes, editor-in-chief of Lawfare; senior fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings InstituteClaudia Grisales, congressional correspondent, NPR
2024-11-1457 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Latino Voters Could Be Key In PA, NVFolks with Puerto Rican heritage represent a small but vital part of the electorate in Pennsylvania, where a little bit of outreach money could make difference with Latino residents across the state who have historically been somewhat unlikely to vote. And in Nevada, Latino workers make up more than half of the culinary union, which has a hyper-organized voter mobilization effort.And: the Secret Service could be headed for a total overhaul.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, campaign correspondent Franco Ordoñez, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast i...
2024-09-2722 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Latino Voters Could Be Key In PA, NVFolks with Puerto Rican heritage represent a small but vital part of the electorate in Pennsylvania, where a little bit of outreach money could make difference with Latino residents across the state who have historically been somewhat unlikely to vote. And in Nevada, Latino workers make up more than half of the culinary union, which has a hyper-organized voter mobilization effort.And: the Secret Service could be headed for a total overhaul.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, campaign correspondent Franco Ordoñez, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast i...
2024-09-2722 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Swift Speaks, Congress StallsThe influential pop star threw her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris in an Instagram post Tuesday. What impact does her endorsement — or any endorsement — have on an election? Plus, Congress returns with a government shutdown on the horizon, and a TikTok sound becomes an earworm. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political reporter Elena Moore, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to e...
2024-09-1323 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Swift Speaks, Congress StallsThe influential pop star threw her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris in an Instagram post Tuesday. What impact does her endorsement — or any endorsement — have on an election? Plus, Congress returns with a government shutdown on the horizon, and a TikTok sound becomes an earworm. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political reporter Elena Moore, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to e...
2024-09-1323 min
The NPR Politics PodcastExploring Kamala Harris' Identity While CampaigningShe's a historic major party nominee, but her gender and race aren't cornerstones of Kamala Harris' candidacy in ways they were for other groundbreaking candidates. We take a look at how Harris uses — and doesn't use — them in how she campaigns. This podcast: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock acce...
2024-08-0716 minThe NPR Politics PodcastExploring Kamala Harris' Identity While CampaigningShe's a historic major party nominee, but her gender and race aren't cornerstones of Kamala Harris' candidacy in ways they were for other groundbreaking candidates. We take a look at how Harris uses — and doesn't use — them in how she campaigns. This podcast: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock acce...
2024-08-0716 min
The NPR Politics PodcastOTHER: The Independent Voters Who Dominate ArizonaIndependent voters aren't necessarily swing voters. Most usually vote with one party. But in Arizona, they now represent the single largest group of voters in a state that is essential for both the presidency and control of the Senate.This episode: voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast...
2024-06-2413 minThe NPR Politics PodcastOTHER: The Independent Voters Who Dominate ArizonaIndependent voters aren't necessarily swing voters. Most usually vote with one party. But in Arizona, they now represent the single largest group of voters in a state that is essential for both the presidency and control of the Senate.This episode: voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast...
2024-06-2413 min
The NPR Politics PodcastPolitics Roundup: Hunter Biden Trial, Congressional RacesThe president's son is being tried on federal firearm charges for allegedly lying about his drug use when he bought a gun in 2018. And as presidential primary season concludes, we turn our attention to the congressional races likely to determine control of the House and Senate.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2024-06-0718 minThe NPR Politics PodcastPolitics Roundup: Hunter Biden Trial, Congressional RacesThe president's son is being tried on federal firearm charges for allegedly lying about his drug use when he bought a gun in 2018. And as presidential primary season concludes, we turn our attention to the congressional races likely to determine control of the House and Senate.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our intern is Bria Suggs. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2024-06-0718 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Border Crossings Have Dramatically DeclinedTrump's trial enters its final stage next week as lawyers make their closing arguments and the case is expected to head to the jury. And immigration remains a top campaign issue after a record-high level of migrants crossing the U.S. southern border this winter gave way to an atypically quiet spring.This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Ximena Bustillo, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, immigration correspondent Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Er...
2024-05-2421 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Border Crossings Have Dramatically DeclinedTrump's trial enters its final stage next week as lawyers make their closing arguments and the case is expected to head to the jury. And immigration remains a top campaign issue after a record-high level of migrants crossing the U.S. southern border this winter gave way to an atypically quiet spring.This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Ximena Bustillo, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, immigration correspondent Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell and Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Er...
2024-05-2421 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTejano Votes And A Competitive Texas Congressional RaceTexas's 15th Congressional District is held by Rep. Monica De La Cruz, a Republican. Her Democratic challenger is Michelle Vallejo. Organizers from both parties believe they've got the right message to win the district's Tejano voters.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. 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...
2024-04-2311 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTejano Votes And A Competitive Texas Congressional RaceTexas's 15th Congressional District is held by Rep. Monica De La Cruz, a Republican. Her Democratic challenger is Michelle Vallejo. Organizers from both parties believe they've got the right message to win the district's Tejano voters.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. 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...
2024-04-2311 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Congressional Bipartisanship, Trump JuryForeign aid legislation is advancing to a vote in the House thanks to Democratic support, as a third Republican signs on to the effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. And a prospective juror in the Trump trial was excused after the press published details that could have led to her being publicly identified.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2024-04-1920 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Congressional Bipartisanship, Trump JuryForeign aid legislation is advancing to a vote in the House thanks to Democratic support, as a third Republican signs on to the effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. And a prospective juror in the Trump trial was excused after the press published details that could have led to her being publicly identified.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2024-04-1920 min
The NPR Politics PodcastCongress Is Back And As Messy As EverCongress is headed back to Washington. With funding deadlines in the review mirror, they are turning their attention to foreign military aid. But Republicans and Democrats are voicing concerns about Ukraine and Israel, respectively, and there's a looming threat against Speaker Johnson. Oh, and there's some impeachments to talk about.This episode: voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh.Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast...
2024-04-0816 min
The NPR Politics PodcastCongress Is Back And As Messy As EverCongress is headed back to Washington. With funding deadlines in the review mirror, they are turning their attention to foreign military aid. But Republicans and Democrats are voicing concerns about Ukraine and Israel, respectively, and there's a looming threat against Speaker Johnson. Oh, and there's some impeachments to talk about.This episode: voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh.Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast...
2024-04-0816 min
Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics PodcastWildly Different Reactions to Schumer’s Gaza SpeechWhat domestic or foreign consequences will come of a speech given by the highest ranking Jewish American lawmaker in US history, criticizing Israel's leader?
On Today's Show:Claudia Grisales, NPR Congressional correspondent, talks about the latest national politics news, including the reverberations of Sen. Schumer's remarks about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
2024-03-1800 min
The NPR Politics PodcastShe Can Stay. But He's Gotta Go!Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney, can continue to lead the prosecution against former President Donald Trump. A Georgia judge ruled Willis can continue on the case related to the attempt to interfere with the results of the 2020 presidential election in Georgia – but only if her ex-boyfriend, Nathan Wade, no longer works on the case. And, a Can't Let It Go you won't want to miss.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Ou...
2024-03-1521 min
The NPR Politics PodcastShe Can Stay. But He's Gotta Go!Fani Willis, Fulton County District Attorney, can continue to lead the prosecution against former President Donald Trump. A Georgia judge ruled Willis can continue on the case related to the attempt to interfere with the results of the 2020 presidential election in Georgia – but only if her ex-boyfriend, Nathan Wade, no longer works on the case. And, a Can't Let It Go you won't want to miss.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Ou...
2024-03-1521 min
The NPR Politics PodcastBiden's Impassioned State Of The Union SpeechPresident Biden delivered a fiery State Of The Union Thursday night addressing immigration, aid for Ukraine and shrinkflation among other topics. But was it enough to rile up support amongst Democrats in a year when he is seeking re-election? This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political correspondent Mara Liasson. Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. 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...
2024-03-0816 min
The NPR Politics PodcastBiden's Impassioned State Of The Union SpeechPresident Biden delivered a fiery State Of The Union Thursday night addressing immigration, aid for Ukraine and shrinkflation among other topics. But was it enough to rile up support amongst Democrats in a year when he is seeking re-election? This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political correspondent Mara Liasson. Our producers are Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. 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...
2024-03-0816 min
The NPR Politics PodcastImmigration Legislation Is A No GoSenators released a new bipartisan immigration deal on Sunday. The agreement fell apart within days after Senate Republicans turned against it in a show of loyalty to Donald Trump. What will happen now? This episode: Senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. 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...
2024-02-0718 min
The NPR Politics PodcastImmigration Legislation Is A No GoSenators released a new bipartisan immigration deal on Sunday. The agreement fell apart within days after Senate Republicans turned against it in a show of loyalty to Donald Trump. What will happen now? This episode: Senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. 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...
2024-02-0718 min
The NPR Politics PodcastBiden: 2024 Election Is About The Fight For DemocracyPresident Biden used his first campaign event of 2024 to call out his likely opponent, former President Donald Trump, for the threat he poses to American democracy, calling the issue a 'sacred cause' for the race ahead.Plus, uphill climbs in congressional races this year, and Can't Let It Go. This episode: political correspondents Ashley Lopez & Susan Davis, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This episode was edited by Erica Morrison. It was produced by Jeongyoon Han and Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content...
2024-01-0624 min
The NPR Politics PodcastBiden: 2024 Election Is About The Fight For DemocracyPresident Biden used his first campaign event of 2024 to call out his likely opponent, former President Donald Trump, for the threat he poses to American democracy, calling the issue a 'sacred cause' for the race ahead.Plus, uphill climbs in congressional races this year, and Can't Let It Go. This episode: political correspondents Ashley Lopez & Susan Davis, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This episode was edited by Erica Morrison. It was produced by Jeongyoon Han and Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content...
2024-01-0624 min
The NPR Politics PodcastFights, Fowl, Flagging Polls & Funding The GovernmentIt was a busy week in Washington. President Biden's support from Arab-American and Muslim American voters over Israel's war with Hamas. Congress managed to avoid a shutdown, but not without members verbally — and physically — attacking each other. And, two turkeys get ready for a stay of execution. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national political correspondent Don Gonyea, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is edited by Casey Morell. It is produced by Jeongyoon Han. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonu...
2023-11-1728 min
The NPR Politics PodcastFights, Fowl, Flagging Polls & Funding The GovernmentIt was a busy week in Washington. President Biden's support from Arab-American and Muslim American voters over Israel's war with Hamas. Congress managed to avoid a shutdown, but not without members verbally — and physically — attacking each other. And, two turkeys get ready for a stay of execution. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national political correspondent Don Gonyea, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is edited by Casey Morell. It is produced by Jeongyoon Han. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonu...
2023-11-1728 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Manchin's Moves, Election News, Panda BluesSen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced he wouldn't seek another term, fueling speculation he's gearing up for a presidential run. Meanwhile, new speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) is facing a major challenge to avoid a government shutdown next week, and statewide elections throughout the country this week led to good results for Democrats.Plus, a farewell to Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and Xiao Qi Ji. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is edited...
2023-11-1028 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Manchin's Moves, Election News, Panda BluesSen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced he wouldn't seek another term, fueling speculation he's gearing up for a presidential run. Meanwhile, new speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) is facing a major challenge to avoid a government shutdown next week, and statewide elections throughout the country this week led to good results for Democrats.Plus, a farewell to Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and Xiao Qi Ji. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is edited...
2023-11-1028 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTrump And Allies Doom Latest GOP Speaker Nominee, GOP Regroups"I have many wonderful friends wanting to be Speaker of the House, and some are truly great Warriors. RINO Tom Emmer, who I do not know well, is not one of them," Donald Trump said in a post on his platform Truth Social.Emmer, a Minnesota Republican and former head of the House GOP's campaign arm, withdrew from the race soon thereafter after failing to garner support roughly 20 firm detractors. The conference will now regroup in an effort to find a new path forward.This episode: campaign correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales...
2023-10-2512 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTrump And Allies Doom Latest GOP Speaker Nominee, GOP Regroups"I have many wonderful friends wanting to be Speaker of the House, and some are truly great Warriors. RINO Tom Emmer, who I do not know well, is not one of them," Donald Trump said in a post on his platform Truth Social.Emmer, a Minnesota Republican and former head of the House GOP's campaign arm, withdrew from the race soon thereafter after failing to garner support roughly 20 firm detractors. The conference will now regroup in an effort to find a new path forward.This episode: campaign correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales...
2023-10-2512 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRepublican Chaos: Still No Clear Path To SpeakerAfter wavering and backing a temporary leader, Rep. Jim Jordan says he will push ahead with another round of voting in his bid to become Speaker of the House. Meanwhile, President Biden is set to address the nation from the Oval Office to pressure Congress to pass aid for Israel and Ukraine.This episode: White House reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access...
2023-10-1913 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRepublican Chaos: Still No Clear Path To SpeakerAfter wavering and backing a temporary leader, Rep. Jim Jordan says he will push ahead with another round of voting in his bid to become Speaker of the House. Meanwhile, President Biden is set to address the nation from the Oval Office to pressure Congress to pass aid for Israel and Ukraine.This episode: White House reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access...
2023-10-1913 min
The NPR Politics PodcastIf Republicans Don't Solve Their Spat, Congress Can't Pass LawsRep. Jim Jordan of Ohio was opposed by twenty of his fellow Republicans in a vote before the full House today, leaving him far short of the support he needs to become Speaker of the House. He's called for another vote tomorrow.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign...
2023-10-1811 min
The NPR Politics PodcastIf Republicans Don't Solve Their Spat, Congress Can't Pass LawsRep. Jim Jordan of Ohio was opposed by twenty of his fellow Republicans in a vote before the full House today, leaving him far short of the support he needs to become Speaker of the House. He's called for another vote tomorrow.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign...
2023-10-1811 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Feinstein's Legacy, Shutdown, Biden And DemocracySen. Dianne Feinstein, Democrat of California, is dead at 90. The government is about to shutdown over intra-GOP disagreements. And Biden gave a speech warning about the continuing threats to American Democracy.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or...
2023-09-3028 min
The NPR Politics PodcastRoundup: Feinstein's Legacy, Shutdown, Biden And DemocracySen. Dianne Feinstein, Democrat of California, is dead at 90. The government is about to shutdown over intra-GOP disagreements. And Biden gave a speech warning about the continuing threats to American Democracy.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or...
2023-09-3028 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Shutdown Likely Because Of GOP InfightingCongress has left town as House Republicans infighting appears doomed to shutdown the government next week. And both Donald Trump and President Biden appear to have turned their attention toward the general election race — even though the first primary vote has yet to be cast.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, campaign correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez.The podcast is was produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to...
2023-09-2226 min
The NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: Shutdown Likely Because Of GOP InfightingCongress has left town as House Republicans infighting appears doomed to shutdown the government next week. And both Donald Trump and President Biden appear to have turned their attention toward the general election race — even though the first primary vote has yet to be cast.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, campaign correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez.The podcast is was produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Unlock access to...
2023-09-2226 min
The NPR Politics PodcastHow Mapmaking Can Tilt The Balance In CongressCongressional redistricting in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and New York may give Democrats a chance to win more seats in the House of Representatives & improve their chances to take back the chamber in the 2024 elections. We explore why.Then, bidding farewell to Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah), and saying hello to Taylor Swift. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondents Deirdre Walsh and Claudia Grisales, WNYC Albany reporter Jon Campbell, and Gulf States Newsroom reporter Stephan Bisaha.This episode was produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2023-09-1521 min
The NPR Politics PodcastHow Mapmaking Can Tilt The Balance In CongressCongressional redistricting in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and New York may give Democrats a chance to win more seats in the House of Representatives & improve their chances to take back the chamber in the 2024 elections. We explore why.Then, bidding farewell to Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah), and saying hello to Taylor Swift. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondents Deirdre Walsh and Claudia Grisales, WNYC Albany reporter Jon Campbell, and Gulf States Newsroom reporter Stephan Bisaha.This episode was produced by Casey Morell and Elena Moore. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.
2023-09-1521 min
The NPR Politics PodcastAt Last, We Can Stop Writing "Debt Ceiling" In Our HeadlinesPresident Biden is expected to sign the debt ceiling agreement into law as soon as Saturday, after bipartisan majorities in both chambers of Congress approved the legislation. But the manufactured crisis, brinkmanship and last-minute U-turn are not encouraging signs about the health of the American political system.And how conspiracy theories have undermined an effective voter fraud prevention tool.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and voting correspondent Miles Parks.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. Our editor...
2023-06-0222 min
The NPR Politics PodcastAt Last, We Can Stop Writing "Debt Ceiling" In Our HeadlinesPresident Biden is expected to sign the debt ceiling agreement into law as soon as Saturday, after bipartisan majorities in both chambers of Congress approved the legislation. But the manufactured crisis, brinkmanship and last-minute U-turn are not encouraging signs about the health of the American political system.And how conspiracy theories have undermined an effective voter fraud prevention tool.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and voting correspondent Miles Parks.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. Our editor...
2023-06-0222 min
The NPR Politics PodcastLawmakers Want To Be Proactive On Artificial Intelligence RegulationOpenAI head Sam Altman appeared before a Senate panel this week to talk about his ChatGPT product and the future of artificial intelligence. Lawmakers acknowledge the broad upsides of the fast-moving technology but hope to craft regulation in order to blunt the social and civic drawbacks that arrived alongside past tech breakthroughs.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, disinformation correspondent Shannon Bond, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Unlock access to this and other...
2023-05-1715 min
The NPR Politics PodcastLawmakers Want To Be Proactive On Artificial Intelligence RegulationOpenAI head Sam Altman appeared before a Senate panel this week to talk about his ChatGPT product and the future of artificial intelligence. Lawmakers acknowledge the broad upsides of the fast-moving technology but hope to craft regulation in order to blunt the social and civic drawbacks that arrived alongside past tech breakthroughs.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, disinformation correspondent Shannon Bond, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. Our editor is Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Unlock access to this and other...
2023-05-1715 min
The NPR Politics PodcastLatino GOP Voters Embrace Culture War & New AI Makes Disinfo EasyFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a likely Republican presidential primary candidate, once strugged to win the vote of conservative Latinos in South Florida — but lately, many of those voters have really embraced his message.And the tools to create artificial video, audio, and text have become far more powerful and much easier to use in the last few years. The technology is poised to reshape much of modern life — including, perhaps, the prevalence of disinformation.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and disinformation correspondent Shannon Bond...
2023-03-2425 min
The NPR Politics PodcastHow Department of Agriculture Is Reckoning With Racial InequityBlack farmers have long struggled with discrimination, inequities that persist today despite federal efforts to address them. Now, the USDA is out with a new equity report with a number of recommendations.This episode: White House correspondent Scott Detrow, political reporter Ximena Bustillo, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by Devin Speak.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple...
2023-03-0715 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTucker Carlson Has Exclusive Access To Jan. 6th Security TapesSpeaker of the House Kevin McCarthy provided access to the footage to Carlson, who has frequently used his Fox News show to spread conspiracies about the attack. There has been a sustained effort on the part of Trump-allied Republicans to muddy the waters about the nature of the U.S. Capitol riot. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by...
2023-03-0213 min
The NPR Politics PodcastJ6 Trial: DOJ Alleges Cop Tipped Off Proud Boys LeaderMembers of the Proud Boys are on trial related to their alleged actions surrounding the Jan. 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol. The actions of former president Donald Trump loom large over of the trial.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by Devin Speak.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+...
2023-02-2215 min
The NPR Politics PodcastGOP Targets Immigration Boss, Will Hold Hearings In ArizonaSpeaker of the House Kevin McCarthy will lead fellow Republican lawmakers on a trip to Arizona this week, part of an effort by his caucus to boost the profile of border security as an issue through messaging that spuriously links migrants to drugs and crime.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and immigration correspondent Joel Rose.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by Devin Speak.Unlock access to this and other...
2023-02-1413 min
The NPR Politics PodcastHouse Republicans Begin Investigations Into President BidenThe House Oversight and Judiciary committees, helmed by Repulican representatives James Comer of Kentucky and Jim Jordan of Ohio, will be the venues for a series of investigations into the President Joe Biden's administration and personal life. The party campaigned on an aggressive use of the legislature's oversight.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by Devin Speak.Unlock access to...
2023-02-0215 min
The NPR Politics PodcastDoes Conservative Mean Whatever Donald Trump Says It Means?After extracting a slew of concessions from Kevin McCarthy during the Speaker vote saga, conservative House Republicans are now flexing their muscles in a fight over the U.S. debt. But what does the "conservative" label mean right now? New research suggests that many politically-active voters use it to mean most similar to Donald Trump.This episode: White House correspondent Scott Detrow, congressional reporter Barbara Sprunt, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni...
2023-01-2724 min
The NPR Politics PodcastA New Congress Takes Shape; Stefanik's Stock Rises; 'Spare' Sparks DramaWith a narrow majority in the House, Republicans will need to find ways to work with Democrats — who still control the Senate and the White House. What battles may loom large for the new Congress?As those battles are waged, one person will be on the front lines: New York Republican Elise Stefanik, who chairs the Republican conference. Her rise from a bipartisan member of Congress to a staunch defender of Donald Trump has drawn attention.And, among the things we can't let go of this week? A certain royal's memoir. This episode: White Ho...
2023-01-1330 min
The NPR Politics PodcastJan. 6 "Ringleader": Lawmakers Advise Criminal Charges For TrumpLawmakers investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack advised four criminal charges be filed against former President Donald Trump over his role in the riot. One member noted that the U.S. does not have "a system of justice where foot soldiers go to jail and the masterminds and ringleaders get a free pass." The Department of Justice, entirely independent from Congress, may or may not choose to follow through on the group's referrals.This episode: politics correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and...
2022-12-2013 min
The NPR Politics PodcastMilitary Sexual Assault Prosecution Reform Likely To Pass CongressThe reform deal is one of many parts of this year's annual defense spending bill, the National Defense Authorization Act, which also includes raises for service members and a boost to federal firefighter benefits. A deal to fund the rest of the government remains elusive. Congress is expected to pass a stop-gap measure this week in order to provide time for negotiations to continue.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and political reporter Ximena Bustillo.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our...
2022-12-1313 min
The NPR Politics PodcastKyrsten Sinema's Break-Up With Dems Won't Change Much In The SenateThe Arizona senator announced she was leaving the Democratic party — but given her broad support of Democratic priorities and the president's nominees, it is not expected to change the dynamics of Senate control. And the Congress is sprinting toward the finish line, codifying some protections for same-sex and interracial marriages. Incumbent lawmakers will need to extend government funding and pass a big, annual defense bill before the new Congress is sworn in early next month.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.This episode was produced by El...
2022-12-0929 min
The NPR Politics PodcastDemocrats Race Against TimeWhen the new Congress takes office in January, Democrats will lose control of the House of Representatives. Until that happens, they have a slew of legislative priorities, ranging from increasing the debt ceiling to codifying the right to same-sex and interracial marriages.This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and congressional correspondents Claudia Grisales & Deirdre Walsh.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Fact-checking by Katherine Swartz.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR...
2022-11-2215 min
The NPR Politics PodcastBiden Touts Senate Control After Meeting With China's XiTensions appear lower between the U.S. and China following a meeting between the leaders of the two nations. Both described the talks as frank and productive. And Democrats held the Senate over the weekend and Republicans appear on track to have a slight majority in the House.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, China correspondent John Ruwitch, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or a...
2022-11-1413 min
The NPR Politics PodcastThe Races Are In North Carolina, But The Politics Are NationalNorth Carolina has a number of high-profile races that will help to determine control of Congress — but, as is the case in much of the country, local issues have taken a backseat to national fights.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to th...
2022-10-2614 minThe NPR Politics PodcastThe Jan. 6th Committee Voted to Subpoena Donald Trump. So, Now What? The U.S. House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol held its final scheduled hearing today. What did we learn, what does it change and what happens next?The former president responded on his social media platform shortly after the hearing concluded, questioning why the committee did not call him to testify sooner.This episode: political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas and senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving.Learn more about upcoming live shows of The NPR Politics Podcast at...
2022-10-1415 min
The NPR Politics PodcastOath Keepers Militia Members Face Seditious Conspiracy ChargesJury selection has begun in the trail of five members or associates of the far-right group over their alleged role in the Jan. 6th riot at the U.S. Capitol. The charges are the most serious that the Justice Department has pursued in conjunction with the attack.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.Learn more about upcoming live shows of The NPR Politics Podcast at nprpresents.org.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn...
2022-09-2812 min
The NPR Politics PodcastFinal Jan. 6 Hearing Is Tomorrow — Here's Everything We've LearnedThe ninth and final scheduled meeting of the House committee investigating the January 6th, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol is Wednesday.In this special episode from July, we revisit the revelation of the committee's first eight sessions. We'll be back in your feed tomorrow with the latest from the hearing.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, and senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving.Learn more about upcoming live shows of The NPR Politics Podcast at nprpresents.org.
2022-09-2748 minThe NPR Politics PodcastUS Kills al-Qaida Leader In Drone Strike; Pelosi Visits Taiwan, Rankling ChinaA key 9/11 plotter, Ayman al-Zawahiri was killed on July 30, according to President Joe Biden. The president said that no one else was hurt in the strike, including al-Zawahiri's family.House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan today, She is the highest-ranking elected American official to visit Taiwan since then-Speaker Newt Gingrich in 1997. The island democracy governs itself, but China claims it as its territory and the speaker's visit has heightened tensions with the Chinese government in Beijing.This episode: politics reporter Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and China correspondent Emily F...
2022-08-0211 min
The NPR Politics PodcastExposing The Secrets Of The January 6th AttackHow did the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol come together? Who was involved in planning it? What did President Trump know and why did he take so long to respond? How much danger were lawmakers in? And, finally, who will be held accountable?In this hourlong special, the NPR Politics team breaks down the key insights from the public hearings.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, and senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving.Support the...
2022-07-2247 minThe NPR Politics PodcastFirst Gen Z Candidates Run For The House; Many Can't Get Ballots In Their LanguageThe young candidates say they hope to fix broken institutions that they feel have let their generation down. And a quirk in how a half-century old voting rights provision is written means many Americans have trouble getting ballots in languages like Arabic and Haitian Creole.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, political reporter Elena Moore, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and voting correspondent Hansi Lo Wang.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:
2022-07-1528 minThe NPR Politics PodcastJan. 6 Hearing: People Who Believed Trump Face Consequences. So Far, Trump Doesn't.The committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack held its seventh public hearing Tuesday, focusing on the role right-wing extremist groups – such as the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers – played in planning the deadly siege. It also featured testimony from Stephen Ayres, a former Ohio factory worker, who said he stormed the Capitol after President Trump suggested it because he believed Trump's claims that the election had been stolen.And: President Trump attempted to call a witness in the Jan. 6 investigation following the last hearing on June 28 with Cassidy Hutchinson, the committee said.This epis...
2022-07-1317 min
The NPR Politics PodcastTrump Pressured Justice Department To Act Based On Baseless Election Fraud ClaimsTop Trump-era Justice officials, including acting attorney general Jeffrey Rosen, testified about the former president's push to have the Justice Department substantiate his election fraud claims. He came very close to firing the officials who stood in his way and installing one who would not.And a number of Republicans who supported Trump's efforts to subvert the Democratic process asked the president for pardons, according to the testimony of administration aides. This episode: White House correspondent Scott Detrow, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free...
2022-06-2416 minThe NPR Politics Podcast"Illegal and Unconstitutional:" What We Learned From The Third Jan. 6 HearingThe committee centered its third hearing around one person in particular: former Vice President Mike Pence, honing in on the pressure put on him by former President Trump to overturn the 2020 election. Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney began the hearing by saying: "What the president wanted the vice president to do was not just wrong. It was illegal and unconstitutional." The hearing featured live testimony from two Pence legal advisors, Greg Jacob and retired fourth circuit judge Michael Luttig.Read more: https://www.npr.org/1105513685This episode: Voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales and senior...
2022-06-1713 minThe NPR Politics Podcast'Detached From Reality': William Barr Says Trump Obsessed Over Fraud ConspiraciesThe second hearing into the Jan. 6 insurrection featured a slew of clips from top Trump aides from the campaign and administration testifying that the former president was repeatedly told that voter fraud claims were not true — but he continued to double-down, both publicly and privately.And senators came to a very narrow agreement on measures designed to curb gun violence.This episode: congressional correspondent Susan Davis, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Le...
2022-06-1313 minThe NPR Politics PodcastAs Uvalde Families Demand Answers, DOJ Will Investigate Police ResponseAnd President Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited with victims and their families in Texas on Sunday. The White House is considering more executive actions on guns, though substantial reform would require congressional action — something that remains very unlikely despite ongoing negotiations.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org
2022-05-3112 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWeekly Roundup: May 27thThe Senate is negotiating over limited legislation aimed at reducing gun violence, although those negotiations are narrow in scope and unlikely to produce results. And the number of competitive elections to serve in the House of Representatives has been declining rapidly over the last 20 years, thanks to gerrymandering and partisan sorting.This episode: congressional correspondent Susan Davis, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:...
2022-05-2720 minThe NPR Politics PodcastMore Jobs, Bigger Paychecks... And The Risk Of Recession?Lots of people have gotten jobs recently and paychecks are, on average, getting bigger. But what those paychecks can buy is shrinking because costs are going up. So, the Federal Reserve is taking steps to limit the amount of money bouncing around in the economy. That should help slow price increases — but risks a recession.And far-right group leaders are pleading guilty to serious charges tied to their involvement in the January 6th riot. And the congressional investigation has interviewed nearly 1000 people ahead of "primetime" hearings in June.Also: Keanu Reeves reports for the CBC, Blake Li...
2022-05-0625 minThe NPR Politics PodcastImmigration, Inflation Loom Large As Dems Wonder How To Tout Wins Ahead Of MidtermsIn a conversation with NPR, Reps. Ro Khanna of California and Jamie Raskin of Maryland said that while thin margins have limited Democrats' legislative agenda, the American Rescue Plan and infrastructure package have made a considerable difference in the lives of Americans — and that touting those wins to voters should buoy the party's chances in the midterms. In Arizona, Rep. Greg Stanton, a former Democratic mayor of Phoenix, won his district handily in 2020 but a redrawn map has put him in a tough fight to keep his seat against a crowded Republican field. The economy and immigration are ce...
2022-04-2614 minThe NPR Politics PodcastHow Congress Is Investigating January 6th — And Preparing For Any Future AttacksIvanka Trump, daughter and adviser to the former president, voluntarily testified before House investigators for more than eight hours this week about the insurrectionist riot in the Capitol. And Congress debated how the government would survive if half its members died or were incapacitated in an attack or natural disaster. Right now, the Constitution requires House members be to replaced by special election, a lengthy process.This episode: demographics and culture correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and congressional correspondent Kelsey Snell.Connect:Email the show at...
2022-04-0823 minThe NPR Politics PodcastHouse Democrats Probe Gap In Trump's Call Logs From January 6thJared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and a former White House staffer, was interviewed by the committee investigating the January 6th attacks on Thursday. The investigators are now hoping to have public hearings in May to lay out what they have discovered, though any criminal chargers would have to come from the Justice Department.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and acting congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh.Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and...
2022-03-3114 minThe NPR Politics PodcastJanuary 6th Committee Says It Has Evidence Trump's Election Efforts Broke The LawLawmakers said in a court filing this week that the evidence they have gathered through their investigation into last year's attack on the U.S. Capitol suggests that former President Donald J. Trump conspired to commit fraud by misleading the public about the outcome of the presidential election.Also: The Supreme Court's conservative majority could curtail the Environmental Protection Agency's ability to regulate greenhouse gas pollution. And American oil and natural gas proponents are leveraging Russia's invasion of Ukraine to promote expanded domestic oil production, even though it would take months or years for a production boost to...
2022-03-0427 minThe NPR Politics PodcastWill Americans Tolerate COVID Restrictions If Cases Rise Again?Even Democratic areas have begun to relax COVID restrictions as the Omicron wave ebbs, but another wave could mean the restrictions have to come back. Outside public health experts say that the federal government should establish a data-driven plan to help the public understand when and why safety measures like masking are necessary.And the January 6th investigation in Congress continues its work seeking documents and interviewing hundreds of witnesses. It is all building toward public hearings in the spring, where members will explain to the public what they have discovered about the insurrection.This episode...
2022-02-1823 minThe NPR Politics PodcastCongress Pursues Good-Governance ReformsWith President Biden's agenda stalled in Congress, lawmakers are turning their attention to bipartisan reform proposals meant to increase public trust in government. Two ideas that have garnered attention: barring legislators from trading individual stocks and clarifying the Electoral Count Act, which sets the process for certifying presidential election results. This episode: White House correspondent Ayesha Rascoe, acting congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and congressional reporter Claudia Grisales.Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and support your...
2022-02-1012 minThe NPR Politics PodcastTop Biden Science Adviser Who Was Accused Of Toxic Management ResignsThe White House, which has known about Eric Lander's behavior for weeks following an internal investigation, faces questions about why Biden failed to fire the Cabinet-level official sooner. Also: 900,000 Americans have died of COVID. As states give up on mitigation efforts, what does the future of the pandemic look like?This episode: White House correspondent Ayesha Rascoe, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and health reporter Will Stone.Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and support your local...
2022-02-0814 min
Louisiana ConsideredLouisiana Considered: State’s supply of rapid tests dwindles as Omicron surges
Patrick Madden hosted this Monday’s episode of Louisiana Considered.
WWNO/WRKF public health reporter Rosemary Westwood updates us on the availability of COVID-19 tests in Southeast Louisiana.
In an interview first heard on NPR’s Morning Edition, NPR Congressional Reporter Claudia Grisales speaks with U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger about what the agency has done to recover from the riots at the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Several Gulf States Newsroom reporters present some of their best reporting from 2021.
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2022-01-0424 min
The NPR Politics PodcastFBI Head Says Domestic Extremists Are Top Threat To USFBI Director Christopher Wray defended his department saying it warned law enforcement ahead of the insurrection at the capitol. He also emphasized the ongoing threat to the United States posed by domestic extremists—including militia members and white supremacists.This episode: White House reporter Ayesha Rascoe, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.Connect:Subscribe to the NPR Politics Podcast here.Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org.Join the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Listen to our playlist The NPR Politics Daily Workout.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and support your local public radio station.
2021-03-0214 minThe NPR Politics PodcastOusted Capitol Security Heads Face Questions About AttackUnder questioning from senators about the attack on the Capitol, the law enforcement officials who oversaw the building's security were quick to lay blame elsewhere. And an NPR investigation offers context on everyone charged in connection with the insurrection.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and investigative correspondent Tom Dreisbach.Connect:Subscribe to the NPR Politics Podcast here.Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org.Join the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Listen to our playlist The NPR Politics Daily Workout.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and support your...
2021-02-2314 minThe NPR Politics PodcastDemocrats Ground Case Against Trump In Jarring Insurrection VideosThe Democratic impeachment managers played a series of graphic videos demonstrating just how close senators came to encountering violent extremists inside the Capitol. Soon, those senators will have to decide whether Trump was responsible for the riot that put their lives at risk — and threatened to derail the transition of power.Follow our live coverage.This episode: White House correspondent Scott Detrow, White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and congressional reporter Claudia Grisales.Connect:Subscribe to the NPR Politics Podcast here.Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org.Join the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Listen to our playlist The NPR Po...
2021-02-1116 minThe NPR Politics PodcastGOP Weighs Who To Punish: Conspiracy Theorist And/Or Impeachment SupporterLiz Cheney is the third-ranking House Republican; she voted for President Trump's second impeachment. Marjorie Taylor Greene is a freshman lawmaker who pushes a range of wild conspiracies. Their Republican colleagues are struggling to decide whether to punish either of them.This episode: congressional correspondent Susan Davis, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson.Connect:Subscribe to the NPR Politics Podcast here.Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org.Join the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Listen to our playlist The NPR Politics Daily Workout.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Find and support your local public...
2021-02-0314 minThe NPR Politics PodcastGeorgia's Runoff Ends. Doomed Electoral College Certification Fight Begins.Voters cast the final ballots in Georgia's Senate runoff elections Tuesday, ending the state's two months at the center of the political universe.Now, attention shifts back to Washington, where many Republican lawmakers will take a theatrical, if ill-fated, stand against certifying President-elect Joe Biden as president-elect. This episode: political reporter Danielle Kurtzleben, national correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional reporter Claudia Grisales, and senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving.Connect:Subscribe to the NPR Politics Podcast here.Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org.Join the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Listen to our playlist The NPR Politics Daily Workout...
2021-01-0514 min
Sicherheitshalber#16 Militarisierung des Weltraums | Marinemissionen in der Straße von Hormus„Sicherheitshalber“ ist der Podcast zur sicherheitspolitischen Lage in Deutschland, Europa und der Welt. In Folge 16 sprechen Thomas Wiegold, Ulrike Franke, Frank Sauer und Carlo Masala über die zunehmende Militarisierung des Weltraums, also die jüngsten Entwicklungen in Sachen Anti-Satelliten-Waffen, Weltraumlaser und Präsident Trumps “Space Force”. Im zweiten Teil diskutieren die vier Podcaster die Situation in der Straße von Hormus: Soll Deutschlands Marine dort Geleitschutz für zivile Schiffe leisten? Sind überhaupt die militärischen Kapazitäten und die rechtlichen Rahmenbedingungen dafür gegeben - und in welchem Rahmen könnte und müsste solch eine Mission stattfinden? Am Ende steht wie imme...
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War on the RocksIntroducing Net AssessmentWhat happens when a libertarian, a conservative hawk, and a constitutional powers specialist walk into a podcast studio? 'Net Assessment' happens. Welcome to the hottest new national security podcast hosted by Melanie Marlowe, Christopher Preble, and Bryan McGrath. This is a show about competing visions of America's role in the world. In each episode, they will be discussing a featured article, airing their grievances, and giving attaboys. In the first episode of this bi-weekly series, our hosts introduce themselves and their hopes for this podcast. They tackle this episode's featured article, Adrian Lewis' "The Ivory Tower and Academic Ignorance of W...
2018-10-0440 min