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The NPR Politics Podcast

Roundup: Biden Calls Bibi; New Poll

Apr 5, 2024
Political correspondent Sarah McCammon joins the discussion on Biden's call with Netanyahu regarding aid to Gaza. They also cover new poll data, No Labels struggles, demographic shifts, Larry David's election controversy, women's sports, SNL parody, and Tiny Desk replication.
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  • Biden urged Israel to enhance aid to Gaza and protect civilians, hinting at policy changes.
  • Democratic dissatisfaction with Biden's handling of conflict in swing states prompts protest votes.

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Biden's Shifting Stance on Israel Aid and Ceasefire Calls

President Biden called for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict following the mistaken attack on aid workers by the Israeli military. He urged Israel to allow negotiators to discuss a ceasefire with Hamas and warned of potential changes in U.S. aid if civilian casualties continue. Biden emphasized the need to deliver aid to Gaza and praised Israel's new measures to enhance aid flow, signaling a potential shift in U.S. military aid policy.

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