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Weekly Roundup: January 1st

The NPR Politics Podcast

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Navigating Legislative Challenges

This chapter explores the complexities of recent legislative efforts surrounding direct aid checks and the hurdles faced by Congress as their session comes to a close. It highlights the evolving dynamics within the Democratic Party, especially regarding the influence of progressive members, and the implications of a changing Republican caucus. Additionally, the chapter discusses the critical role of recent elections in shaping the Senate's balance of power and its effects on the Biden administration's legislative agenda.

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