White House correspondent, political correspondent, and senior national political correspondent discuss disenchanted voters' views on candidates, economy, negative partisanship, immigration, abortion rights, and American democracy in upcoming election.

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

Political correspondents Danielle Kurtzleben & Susan Davis and White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram discuss President Biden's message on reproductive rights and how Democrats are rallying around women's healthcare. They explore Biden's stance on abortion, the importance of reproductive rights for young voters, and highlight upcoming events related to the topic.

White House reporter Deepa Shivaram, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson discuss the latest polling data on Trump and Biden, public opinion on their actions, the role of third-party candidates and voter disillusionment, the hyper-partisan nature of politics, and the negotiation of House rules and the chaos caucus.

White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro explore the unique atmosphere of a Donald Trump rally, discussing the fervent fandom, diverse attendees, use of national anthems and patriotic symbols, and Trump's rhetoric and influence on the political landscape as the election nears.

Former President Donald Trump was processed through a Georgia jail on charges related to the 2020 election. Topics discussed include Trump's arrest and booking process, the conditions of the jail, investigation into jail procedures, and legal proceedings surrounding the case.

White House correspondents and national security correspondent discuss the strained relationship between the Biden administration and the Netanyahu government amid Israel's conflict in Gaza, exploring historical dynamics, Israeli perspectives on Biden's actions, and the impact on the upcoming general election.

Join national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh as they delve into Kamala Harris's crucial choice for a running mate. They discuss the rigorous vetting process and the need for executive experience. The team explores balancing Harris’s image with voter appeal. There's an emphasis on the complex dynamics within the Democratic party and how selecting a white male candidate could address various criticisms, all while the clock ticks down to the imminent decision.

White House correspondents and political editor discuss the struggles of Democrats in North Carolina since 2008, Biden campaign's investment in the state, significance of Black voters, healthcare costs strategy, impact of extreme right gubernatorial candidate, and voter turnout's critical role in determining election outcomes.

White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and national security correspondent Greg Myre discuss President Biden's unwavering support for Israel amid escalating violence in the Gaza Strip. They explore the challenges faced by civilians, conflicting international reactions to Israel's airstrikes, and the impact of the conflict on young voters' support for the Biden administration.