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The NPR Politics Podcast
Weekly Roundup: Congressional Bipartisanship, Trump Jury
Apr 19, 2024
Political correspondents delve into the advancement of foreign aid legislation with Democratic support and the effort to oust Speaker Johnson. They discuss the swift dismissal of impeachment articles against Mayorkas, Trump's campaign strategy, and the challenges of finding impartial jurors for Trump's trial. The episode also explores the world of trial sketch artists and shares anecdotes from baseball to Congressional shenanigans.
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- Democratic support crucial for advancing foreign aid legislation in the House.
- Swift jury selection in Trump trial highlights importance of impartiality among potential jurors.
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Impeachment Proceedings Against Secretary Mayorkas Dismissed
The Senate swiftly dismissed the articles of impeachment against Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas as Democrats decided not to proceed to trial, wanting to focus on other pressing matters. Despite former President Trump's emphasis on immigration, impeachment didn't hold much public weight and failed to garner significant attention.
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