The NPR Politics Podcast

A Politics podcast by NPR

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Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.

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How Do Trump’s Actions In Venezuela Square With MAGA And ‘America First’?
Published: January 5, 2026
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Trump Says The U.S. Will 'Run' Venezuela After Capturing Maduro
Published: January 3, 2026
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U.S. foreign aid changed in 2025 – and it was felt around the world
Published: January 2, 2026
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Welcome to the NPR Washington Desk
Published: January 1, 2026
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The Annual Can't Let It Go Year End Extravaganza
Published: December 31, 2025
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Year In Review: The Impact Of Project 2025
Published: December 30, 2025
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Year In Review: Trump's Immigration Policy
Published: December 29, 2025
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Year In Review: Trump's Foreign Policy
Published: December 26, 2025
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Year In Review: Trump’s Environmental Policy
Published: December 25, 2025
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Year In Review: Trump, Gerrymandering & Redistricting
Published: December 24, 2025
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