Politics

Justice Stephen Breyer On What The Court Does Behind Closed Doors, And Hamilton

2:51pm December 13, 2015

by Ailsa Chang

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer joined the NPR Politics podcast to talk about his 'unusual' jobs, his increasing focus on global law and, yes, the musical.

Former Attorney General Eric Holder poses for a portrait at CityCenterDC, Friday, Dec. 11, 2015 in Washington, D.C.

Beyond His Tenure, Holder Hasn't Left The Civil Rights Fight

12:31pm December 13, 2015

by NPR Staff

Reflecting on his six years in office, the former attorney general talks with NPR's Michel Martin about what critics have called the most divisive administration and what's in store for him next.

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Independence USA PAC ad attacking Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for opposing Obama administration environmental regulations.

Politics & Government

Who Paid For This Political Ad? An 81-Year-Old Law Could Force The Answer

11:53am December 13, 2015

by Peter Overby

The Communications Act of 1934 is being used in a complaint against a superPAC to identify the donor who backed a recent ad blitz.

GOP Bemoans Trump's Baffling New High

7:51am December 13, 2015

NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Republican Richard Viguerie of the Conservative Headquarters and David Frum, former George W. Bush speechwriter about what is happening with the Republicans.

Trump's Words Spark Republican Backlash

7:51am December 13, 2015

NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with NPR's national political correspondent Mara Liasson about what's happened this week in politics and looks at the week ahead.

Politics & Government

How Trump's Controversial Comments Have Been Received By His Supporters

5:14pm December 12, 2015

by Sam Sanders

NPR's Sam Sanders talks to Donald Trump supporters in New Hampshire about the GOP presidential candidate's proposal to bar Muslims from entering the U.S., and why Trump makes them feel safe.

Politics & Government

Ex-Felons Fight To Restore Their Right To Vote

4:32pm December 12, 2015

by Renata Sago

Nearly 6 million former felons will not be able to cast ballots in next year's presidential election. Thousands are trying to change that by petitioning for clemency.

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Trump Was Once Obama's Punch Line — But Almost No One Is Laughing Now

1:26pm December 12, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

In 2011, Obama joked that Trump, who was hot on the trail of Obama's birth certificate, was a conspiracy theorist waiting to reveal the fake moon landing, and recently that Trump was "Here. Still."

Politics & Government

Women In Saudi Arabia Can Finally Vote, So Why Is Turnout So Low?

7:47am December 12, 2015

For the first time, women can vote and run for office in Saudi Arabia. Some see it as an important symbol of change. Others aren't even aware of the elections.

Politics & Government

Breaking Down Donald Trump's Rise; Hilary Clinton's Edge

7:47am December 12, 2015

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with NPR Political Editor Domenico Montanaro about the busy week on the campaign trail.