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Politics In The News: Democratic Presidential Debate

6:17am January 18, 2016

Sunday's Democratic debate was the last one before the Iowa caucuses. David Greene talks to Cokie Roberts and Margie Omero, a Democratic pollster from the firm Purple Strategies.

Administration Announces Temporary Freeze On Federal Land Mining Leases

6:14am January 18, 2016

by Stephanie Joyce

Last week, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell announced a moratorium on new coal leases on federal land while the department considers a comprehensive overhaul to the U.S. coal program.

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Clashes Intensify During Democratic Presidential Debate

6:08am January 18, 2016

by Mara Liasson

Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley took the stage in Sunday's debate in Charleston, S.C. It was the final debate before the Iowa caucuses.

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Ted Cruz To Make 17 Stops During New Hampshire Bus Tour

5:09am January 18, 2016

by Sarah McCammon

Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz is in a tough battle with Donald Trump to win Iowa. But this week, he's barnstorming New Hampshire in an effort to beat expectations in the state's primary.

Democratic presidential candidates on stage at the NBC News - YouTube Democratic Candidates Debate Sunday at the Gaillard Center in Charleston, S.C.

WATCH: Sanders And Clinton Clash On Guns, Health Care In Democratic Debate

11:45pm January 17, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

The pressure is on for both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders heading into tonight's Democratic debate, as Sanders is gaining in the polls nationally. Watch the livestream via NBC News here.

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President Obama Says Diplomacy Was Key To Nuclear Deal, Prisoner Swap

6:57pm January 17, 2016

President Obama has spoken to the nation about the Iran nuclear deal. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to White House Correspondent Scott Horsley about what the president said.

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What To Watch For In The Democratic Debate, As Primary Race Tightens

6:29pm January 17, 2016

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Sen. Bernie Sanders and former Gov. Martin O'Malley debate Sunday in Charleston, S.C. The Democratic race has is close between Clinton and Sanders.

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Inside The Nationwide Tour To Support 'Godly Leaders'

5:30pm January 17, 2016

The Rev. Franklin Graham, an evangelical Christian leader, speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about his 50-state tour to rally conservative evangelical voters.

Congressman On Prisoner Release: 'It's Really Become Personal For Us'

5:26pm January 17, 2016

Rep. Dan Kildee, D-Mich., discusses his role in the recent release of Amir Hekmati, one of his constituents who was arrested in Iran in 2011.

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Even Interns Are Expected To Dress For Success On The Hill

5:13pm January 17, 2016

Dr. Philip Lehman, a former intern and congressional staffer, talks about fashion and money on Capitol Hill — and why the lowest-paid staffers often find themselves in a bind.