There isn't a Republican presidential nominee yet, but for most Republicans, it's former president Donald Trump. But, who will he pick as his running mate? We break down what makes a good VP candidate, and who might be on the list. This episode: political correspondents Susan Davis & Sarah McCammon, and national 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 e...
Feb 19, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1763
This week, former President Donald Trump got a court date for his first criminal trial, lawmakers take another swing at Ukraine aid and we look at swatting, the growing hoax trend that's hitting America's politicians. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political correspondent Susan Davis, senior editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and national security correspondent Odette Yousef. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our...
Feb 16, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1762
Vice President Kamala Harris is in Germany this week for the Munich Security Conference. Harris is tasked with reassuring European allies the U.S. remains committed to their safety despite Congress' failed attempts to fund Ukraine, and renewed threats to NATO members by former president Donald Trump. This episode: national political correspondents Sarah McCammon & Danielle Kurtzleben, and White House correspondent Asma Khalid. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wess...
Feb 15, 2024•15 min•Ep. 1761
Former congressman Tom Suozzi won his House seat back in a special election Tuesday. The office was left vacant by disgraced Republican congressman George Santos, who was ousted from Congress for alleged financial wrongdoing. Suozzi's win is drawing attention from Dems wondering what this could mean for November races. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and political correspondent Susan Davis. This podcast was produced by Jeo...
Feb 14, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1760
The South Carolina Republican primary is less than two weeks away, and both candidates are talking foreign policy. Nikki Haley, the former UN Ambassador under former President Trump, brings that experience to this debate, and the former president is garnering attention for his comments on world leaders and foreign trade. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben. This podcast was produced by J...
Feb 13, 2024•18 min•Ep. 1759
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is at odds with his colleagues about what the party's priorities are. And confidence in Speaker Mike Johnson is dwindling within his own after bringing a bill to the floor without enough votes to pass it. Who is really leading congressional Republicans? This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political correspondent Susan Davis, and senior editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey M...
Feb 12, 2024•16 min•Ep. 1758
President Biden is fed up. He shared choice words with reporters after being criticized for his age and mental acuity. Earlier in the day the special counsel who found Biden willfully retained but his actions did not warrant criminal charges described the president as a ''well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory." This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, senior editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, political correspo...
Feb 09, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1757
The Justice Department will not charge President Biden for willfully holding onto and disclosing classified materials after leaving the Obama Administration and becoming a private citizen. In a nearly 350-page report, the special counsel says the evidence did not establish Biden's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt but did raise the question of the president's mental acuity. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and justice correspondent R...
Feb 09, 2024•11 min•Ep. 1756
The Supreme Court heard arguments today about whether or not Colorado can keep former President Donald Trump off the ballot for his actions on January 6th. We discuss what it was like in the courtroom and if it can tell us anything about how they may decide the case. This episode: Senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and political correspondent Susan Davis. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our edi...
Feb 08, 2024•16 min•Ep. 1755
Senators 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 prod...
Feb 07, 2024•18 min•Ep. 1754
Three judge panel rules former President Donald Trump does not enjoy broad immunity from federal prosecution including for his actions on January 6th. It's a big legal defeat for Trump. Is the case headed for trial? This episode: Senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, 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 ...
Feb 06, 2024•13 min•Ep. 1753
President Joe Biden ran away with the democratic presidential nomination in South Carolina. Biden won a resounding 96 percent of the vote. We discuss takeaways from the race and what, if anything it tells us about Biden's support among Black voters. This episode: Senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and All Things Considered host Juana Summers. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison...
Feb 05, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1752
This NFL season, popstar Taylor Swift has been a mainstay at the Kansas City Chiefs games cheering on her boyfriend Travis Kelce. Now far-right Donald Trump-supporting conservatives are and circulating conspiracy theories about Swift, the 2024 election and Kelce's participation in the Super Bowl. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political correspondent Susan Davis, national political correspondent Don Gonyea, and correspondent Shannon Bond. This podcast was produced by Jeongy...
Feb 02, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1751
Republican voters in Iowa have two presidential nominating contests next week, a primary on Tuesday and a caucus on Thursday. We explain why. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, 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...
Feb 01, 2024•13 min•Ep. 1750
House Republicans in disagreement with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas's handling of the southern border want to impeach him. The move to impeach a cabinet secretary over a policy issue is historic and an example of Congress's changing 'rules.' This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senior editor and correspondent Ron Elving. This podcast was produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor...
Jan 31, 2024•15 min•Ep. 1749
Campaign spending increases each election cycle; this year, almost $16 billion will be spent on races across the country. Who is the money coming from and what do they get in return? This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political correspondent Susan Davis, 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 ...
Jan 30, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1748
The border is a hot topic for politicians on both sides of the aisle — and now, on the campaign trail. After months of negotiations, a bipartisan group of senators plan to release details of an immigration deal. Now, lawmakers must decide if they'd rather have the political issue or the policy solution. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, and the Texas Newsroom's capitol reporter Sergio Martinez-Beltrán. This podcast was pro...
Jan 29, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1747
Former President Donald Trump's co-defendant in the election interference criminal case in Georgia is requesting the removal of the Fulton County district attorney and lead prosecutor from the case — after accusing them of having an improper relationship. We review the allegations and the impact on the impending trial. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, political reporter Stephen Fowler and national security correspondent Greg Myre. ...
Jan 26, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1746
There isn't a Republican presidential nominee yet, but for most Republicans, it's former president Donald Trump. But, who will he pick as his running mate? We break down what makes a good VP candidate, and who might be on the list. This episode: political correspondents Susan Davis & Sarah McCammon, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Unlock access to this and ...
Jan 25, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1745
For decades, President Biden has shied away from talking about reproductive rights, but in this election cycle it's a centerpiece of the Democratic Party. We discuss Biden's message and how Democrats across the country are rallying around women's reproductive healthcare. This episode: political correspondents Danielle Kurtzleben & Susan Davis, and White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive producer is Mu...
Jan 24, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1744
New Hampshire voters cast their ballots in the state's Republican primary in favor of former president Donald Trump. Former U.N. ambassador & South Carolina governor Nikki Haley came in second, and vowed to take her campaign to her home state of South Carolina. Meanwhile, President Biden won the Democratic primary as a write-in candidate. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior White House correspo...
Jan 24, 2024•12 min•Ep. 1743
With only days before the New Hampshire primary, Florida governor Ron DeSantis suspended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. He endorsed former president Donald Trump — raising the stakes for former South Carolina governor & U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessing...
Jan 22, 2024•19 min•Ep. 1742
Polls have shown that younger voters are not that enthusiastic about reelecting President Biden. But his campaign is hopeful that Vice President Kamala Harris can motivate them by focusing on gun control and other issues they care about. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid & Deepa Shivaram, voting reporter Elena Moore, and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive producer is Muthoni M...
Jan 19, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1741
The U.S. government has been launching missiles at Houthi rebels who have attacked ships in the Red Sea. The Houthis claim they are taking physical action in solidarity with the Palestinians. The Biden administration has gone to great pains to say the strikes against the Houthis have nothing to do with the Israel-Gaza war. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, national security correspondent Greg Myre, and editor/correspondent Ron Elving. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wes...
Jan 18, 2024•15 min•Ep. 1740
Disinformation. Threats to election workers. A potential presidential rematch. We look at why this election season is different than others before, and what it means for voting. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Fact checking by Jeongyoon Han. Unlock access t...
Jan 17, 2024•15 min•Ep. 1739
The Iowa caucuses are over. Next up: the New Hampshire primary. The three remaining major Republican presidential candidates make their way east to petition voters. Former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley is hoping for a better finish in the state — does she have a chance after the Iowa blowout? This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political correspondent Sarah McCammon, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger....
Jan 16, 2024•13 min•Ep. 1738
Former president Donald Trump won the Iowa Republican caucuses with over 50 percent of the votes Monday night. Florida governor Ron DeSantis placed second and former U.N. ambassador & South Carolina governor Nikki Haley third. We look at what to expect as they all now head to New Hampshire. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our edito...
Jan 16, 2024•13 min
Republicans across Iowa will gather Monday night at 7:00 pm CT to caucus for a presidential candidate. What does that mean? We tell you how caucusing works, what you should watch for on Monday & how Iowans are reacting to former New Jersey governor Chris Christie suspending his campaign. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national political correspondent Don Gonyea, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro. The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han,...
Jan 12, 2024•25 min
The stream of migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border hit record numbers at the end of 2023. The stream of illegal border crossing has slowed, but could a lack of agreement on immigration policy issues be a factor in a partial government shutdown next week? This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and immigration correspondent Jasmine Garsd. Our producers are Casey Morell & Kelli Wessinger. Our editor is Erica Morrison. Our executive produce...
Jan 11, 2024•16 min
Former President Trump's attorneys appeared at the DC Circuit Court of Appeals to argue Trump should have blanket immunity for actions he took while in office related to the January 6th insurrection. We discuss the opposing arguments, the judge's questions and what's next for this case. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson. The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han, Casey Morel...
Jan 10, 2024•19 min
