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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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President Donald Trump takes the oath of office Jan. 27, 2017, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Jim Bourg/AP hide caption

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How Trump's early days in 2017 might be different from the upcoming term

NPR senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith has been looking at what Donald Trump did in early 2017 when he first took office, and what might be different this time around.

How Trump's early days in 2017 might be different from the upcoming term

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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti speaks during a ceremony to award Mexican actor/singer/radio personality Angelica Vale a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022, in Los Angeles. Chris Pizzello/AP hide caption

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Looking The Other Way, Part 1: A powerful Democrat and a #MeToo scandal

Did Eric Garcetti, a powerful Democrat, lie under oath about a #MeToo scandal in his office?

Looking The Other Way, Part 1: A powerful Democrat and a #MeToo scandal

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Looking The Other Way Part 2: On tape and under oath

What happens when political ambition collides with a #MeToo allegation in the Democratic party?

Looking The Other Way Part 2: On tape and under oath

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How Trump's tariffs plan might work

From The Indicator from Planet Money:

How Trump's tariffs plan might work

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President-elect Donald Trump, from left, Melania Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance stand at a TIME magazine Person of the Year ceremony at the New York Stock Exchange, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, in New York. Alex Brandon/AP hide caption

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Donald Trump's domestic policy agenda

Trump campaigned on mass deportation, sweeping tariffs & other widespread changes to U.S. policy. How many of those changes are achievable?

Donald Trump's domestic policy agenda

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Jimmy Carter, winner in Georgia's runoff primary in the Democratic Party to determine the party's candidate for the November election for governor, 1970. AP hide caption

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The life and legacy of Jimmy Carter

Though he only served one term, Jimmy Carter occupies a unique place among U.S. presidents. His presidency was defined by challenges at home and abroad, but his overall legacy is largely shaped by his post-presidential work. We explore how Carter ascended to the presidency, and how he will be remembered.

The life and legacy of Jimmy Carter

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The Sphere Las Vegas displays 2024 during a New Year's Eve celebration Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in Las Vegas. David Becker/AP hide caption

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The Annual Can't Let It Go Year End Extravaganza

We look back on some of the highlights from 2024 that we just can't stop thinking about, politics or otherwise.

The Annual Can't Let It Go Year End Extravaganza

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President Joe Biden addresses the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. Richard Drew/AP hide caption

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Joe Biden's foreign policy legacy

As president, Biden sought to restore faith in the United States' abilities as a world leader, but was tested by a number of significant crises and wars abroad — and by opposition at home.

Joe Biden's foreign policy legacy

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The campus of Howard University is pictured after the conclusion of an election night campaign watch party for Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in Washington. Susan Walsh/AP hide caption

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What now for the Democratic Party?

Democrats lost the race for the White House, and lost control of the Senate, in 2024. But, after holding on to a few competitive seats in the House of Representatives, what lessons can be learned for their future elections?

What now for the Democratic Party?

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President Joe Biden speaks about the 2021 jobs report in the State Dining Room of the White House, Jan. 7, 2022, in Washington. Alex Brandon/AP hide caption

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Joe Biden's domestic policy legacy

In his four years in office, President Biden managed to get significant legislation passed, but also faced strong headwinds from both his own party and Republican opposition.

Joe Biden's domestic policy legacy

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