The NPR Politics Podcast

Weekly Roundup: January 8th

Jan 8, 2021

Ryan Lucas, NPR's justice correspondent, provides insights into the unfolding legal consequences of the Capitol siege, including the rising number of arrests. The podcast discusses the historic possibility of President Trump facing a second impeachment and the implications for the next administration. Lucas highlights the complexities of national unity amid political turmoil and the challenges President-elect Biden faces in restoring democracy. The conversation delves into partisan divides and the critical issues surrounding judicial nominations and domestic extremism.

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Intro

2min

Impeachment Uncertainty in a Chaotic Transition

10min

Legal Update on Capitol Riot Charges and Sponsored Refreshment

3min

Analyzing the Capitol Incident: Imagery and Accountability

6min

Exploring Justice and Political Developments

2min

Judicial Nomination in a Shifting Political Landscape

8min

Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways with Supportive Resources

2min

Donald Trump could be the first president in American history to be impeached twice. Federal authorities have begun arresting those involved in storming the Capitol. And President-elect Joe Biden's promise to reunite the country takes on a new significance in light of the siege.

This episode: political correspondent Scott Detrow, White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House reporter Ayesha Rascoe, congressional correspondent Susan Davis, and justice correspondent Ryan Lucas.

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