Asma Khalid, a White House correspondent, and Elena Moore, a savvy political reporter, join congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales and senior editor Domenico Montanaro for a lively discussion. They delve into Taylor Swift's impactful endorsement of Kamala Harris and its role in energizing younger voters. The team also confronts the looming threat of a government shutdown and the complex dynamics within Congress. They even touch on the viral TikTok trends shaping political engagement, mixed with heartwarming stories of kindness in the political sphere.

The ninth and final scheduled meeting of the House committee investigating the January 6th, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol will occur in the coming weeks.In this special episode from July, we revisit the revelation of the committee's first eight sessions.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, national political correspondent Mara Liasson, and senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving.Learn more about upcoming live shows of The NPR Politics Podcast at nprpresents.org.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

North Carolina has a number of high-profile races that will help to determine control of Congress — but, as is the case in much of the country, local issues have taken a backseat to national fights.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jury selection has begun in the trail of five members or associates of the far-right group over their alleged role in the Jan. 6th riot at the U.S. Capitol. The charges are the most serious that the Justice Department has pursued in conjunction with the attack.This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales.Learn more about upcoming live shows of The NPR Politics Podcast at nprpresents.org.Support the show and unlock sponsor-free listening with a subscription to The NPR Politics Podcast Plus. Learn more at plus.npr.org/politics Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

President Biden's impassioned State of the Union address covers urgent pleas for aid to Ukraine and a call for democracy. Key topics include reproductive rights, Israel-Gaza conflict, and contrasts with Trump. Republican response focuses on American families and IVF controversy. Analysis of a senator's emotional speech accusing Biden of killing the American dream.

Join political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales as they delve into Kamala Harris' unique campaign approach. They discuss how her identity as a woman of color shapes public perceptions, yet isn't the cornerstone of her strategy. With insights on navigating diverse voter connections, the challenges posed by identity politics, and her appeal to young Latino voters, the conversation unravels the complexities of campaigning in a historic landscape.

Guests on this podcast include voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional correspondents Claudia Grisales and Deirdre Walsh, campaign correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and White House correspondent Franco Ordoñ. They discuss the government shutdown, Republican infighting, Trump's strategy on abortion, and the focus on reproductive rights in the 2024 election. Additionally, they share their TV obsessions and personal interests like Broadway concerts and a bear encounter at Disney World.

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.

President Biden calls out former President Trump for threatening American democracy in the 2024 election. Analysis on the fight for democracy and protecting American norms. Discussion on upcoming Senate races and challenges faced by Democrats. Unusual trend of New Year's Eve weddings. Conversation about 'The Crown' finale and TV show distractions. Speakers share experiences as mystery readers in a kindergarten class.

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy will lead fellow Republican lawmakers on a trip to Arizona this week, part of an effort by his caucus to boost the profile of border security as an issue through messaging that spuriously links migrants to drugs and crime.This episode: political reporter Deepa Shivaram, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, and immigration correspondent Joel Rose.This episode was produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. It was edited by Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Research and fact-checking by Devin Speak.Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy