Best Congress Podcasts (2024)
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Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: https://www.readtangle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Rachel Maddow Show airs Mondays at 9pm ET on MSNBC, and shortly thereafter in this feed. **SPECIAL TO THIS FEED: The January 6th hearings and corresponding analysis from Rachel Maddow and other MSNBC panelists is also archived here.
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Listen to "NBC Nightly News," providing reports and analysis of the day's most newsworthy national and international events. This audio podcast, updated each evening, brings you the day's show in its entirety. For more from "Nightly News", visit NBCNightlyNews.com.
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Ruthless Podcast

Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan and John Ashbrook

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A variety progrum. Smug, Holmes, Duncan, and Ashbrook bring next generation conservative talk to the next level with RUTHLESS. There is no shelter for anyone as the fellas provide a lighter analysis of the news (and fake news) of the day.
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Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
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Morning Joe

Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, MSNBC

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Join Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, and Willie Geist, for in-depth and informed discussions that help drive the day's political conversation. Top newsmakers, Washington insiders, journalists, and cultural influencers, come together on Morning Joe for unparalleled insight and analysis around the day's biggest stories.
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Listen to the complete PBS News Hour, specially formatted as a podcast. Published each night by 9 p.m., our full show includes every news segment, every interview, and every bit of analysis as our television broadcast. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our individual segments, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshou ...
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Hey Crimestituents! We’re gaveling in another session of Crime in Congress, a new true crime podcast with hosts Harley and Sarah that examines the shockingly true crimes and scandals of America’s elected officials throughout history.
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Sidebar

The Washington Post

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The Washington Post’s Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann gather for a weekly in-depth conversation about politics and power. From presidential candidates to members of Congress to the judicial system, Sidebar dives deep on the topics and people at the forefront of the political conversation. The crew sits down each Thursday (with the occasional breaking news episode) to discuss what has happened that week, and what’s coming up the next week – with guest appearances from Washington ...
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Joy Reid conducts one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers while addressing provocative political issues both inside and outside of the beltway. Reid, who is also a best-selling author and public speaker, joined MSNBC in 2011 as a contributor. Drawing from her decades-long experience in politics, passion for addressing the intersection of race, justice and culture, as well as her signature tenacious interviewing style, Reid kicks off MSNBC’s primetime lineup by delving into A ...
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Congress is the least liked and perhaps least understood part of government. But it’s vital to our constitutional government. Congress is the only branch equipped to work through our diverse nation’s disagreements and decide on the law. To better understand the First Branch, join host Kevin Kosar and guests as they explain its infrastructure, culture, procedures, history, and more.
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Heritage Explains

Heritage Podcast Network

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A podcast that explains major policy issues at a 101 level. Experts from America's leading public policy organization break down major news stories and policy debates raging in culture and Congress alike.
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Welcome to Playbook Deep Dive, the stories behind the power. From Congress and the White House to bar stools and back rooms, POLITICO Playbook’s Ryan Lizza brings you interviews with the most compelling and important figures who explain what’s really going on in Washington.
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Through her unique approach to storytelling, Rachel Maddow provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynamic, connecting the dots to make sense of complex issues. Maddow also conducts thoughtful interviews with individuals at the center of current news ...
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NBC News’ Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in history. If it’s Sunday, it’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker. Meet the Press NOW airs weekdays at 4PM ET on NBC News NOW.
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Don't have time for a full news hour? Listen to the PBS News Hour, segment by segment. Our full coverage of politics, science, arts, health, national and international news is included in this feed in easy-to-digest 5 to 10 minute segments. Segments are published each night by 9 p.m. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full show, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app ...
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The Hartmann Report is an independent daily podcast hosted by award winning, author, radio & TV host Thom Hartmann. Thom’s podcast highlights the bigger picture behind politics, science and culture through discussion and debate. Catch Thom’s live show Monday through Friday noon ET / 9am PT- www.thomhartmann.com.
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The CNS' suite of complimentary podcasts cover CNS journal articles from Neurosurgery and Operative Neurosurgery, as well as CNS Guidelines, Controversies in Neurosurgery, Optimizing Neurosurgical Practice, CNS Partner Podcasts and the CNS Leadership Institute. Podcasts are available on Apple, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube.
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Have you ever asked, “WTF?,” about politics? Or, “who are these people making decisions about my life?” Political Theater pulls back the curtain on the stunts, antics and motivations that drive Washington. Host Jason Dick and the Roll Call team spotlight the spectacle, the players and what’s going on behind the curtain in Washington’s long-running drama: Congress.
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The Five

FOX News Radio

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The hot topics that have everyone talking from the five voices that will have everyone listening. Don't miss 'The Five' as they discuss, debate and at times debunk the hot news stories, controversies and issues of the day.
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Gavel In

POPVOX Foundation

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Gavel In is a limited-run explainer podcast series designed especially to mentor new Members Elect of the incoming 119th Congress, their staff, and families, to help them successfully set up their new office, team, and Washington home base with ease.
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Two of the world's most profitable political gamblers tell you how to bet & win real money on elections, legislation, and court cases. A must-listen for anyone tired of partisan news & bogus polls that obscure the facts.
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For 50 years, Washington Week has been the most intelligent and up to date conversation about the most important news stories of the week. Washington Week is the longest-running news and public affairs program on PBS and features journalists -- not pundits -- lending insight and perspective to the week's important news stories.
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Join founding Suspendables Steve Friend and Garret O’Boyle as they endeavor to keep the spotlight on government corruption. They sat side by side before Congress, now they sit side by side (virtually) again to keep bringing the truth into the public square.
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Pardon The Insurrection

Pardon The Insurrection

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Where we discuss the ongoing Congressional and criminal investigations of the January 6 coup orchestrated by the former President. And because insurrection wasn't enough, we'll also cover the Department of Justice espionage investigation, investigations relating to other members of Congress, and more. Don't worry, we're not handing out any pardons.
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Tony Michaels provides in-your-face commentary of current events and political news. No rules and no boundaries! | Tony is considered 'The Rush Limbaugh of the Left' | Monday - Friday from 12 - 2pm EST LIVE on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch | thetonymichaels.com
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Grand Tamasha

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

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Each week, Milan Vaishnav and his guests from around the world break down the latest developments in Indian politics, economics, foreign policy, society, and culture for a global audience. Grand Tamasha is a co-production of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and the Hindustan Times.
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The Current

The Brookings Institution

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The Current brings you smart, timely, and quick analysis from Brookings experts on breaking news and changing policies. In under ten minutes, learn not only what happened, but why, and how to make sense of it.
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Get the latest on politics, policy, and economic matters from Forbes writers and editors, industry leaders, politicians, and more. Join Forbes Newsroom for in-depth, informative conversations.
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At Mondoweiss, our beat is Palestine and the movements, activists and policymakers who affect what’s happening there. We cover Palestinians’ stories of occupation, resistance and hope – stories that show us all how the world’s struggles interconnect.
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CONTROL

Seven Letter

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CONTROL is a podcast hosted by Seven Letter’s Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller, two veterans of Capitol Hill who now serve as communications strategists to Fortune 500 companies, non-profits and advocacy coalitions. Drawing on their experience in GOP congressional politics, the podcast seeks to look around the corner at the policy priorities and political dynamics that will define Congress. The podcast series talks to experts who know the institution and helps explain the challenges and oppo ...
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Steve and Jim are together in the Cleveland Studio to discuss the impending appointments of key cabinet positions including Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, Pete Hegseth as Sec of Defense, Marco Rubio as Sec of State and more. We also discuss the chaos in the world, Steve welcomes the concept of Thanos solving the world's problems; Russia; North Kor…
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December 2024 Journal Club PodcastTitle: How Do the True Intraoperative Costs of Endoscopic Diskectomy Compare With Microdiskectomy for Lumbar Disk Herniations? A Time-Driven Activity-Based Cost AnalysisTo read journal article: https://journals.lww.com/onsonline/fulltext/2024/12000/how_do_the_true_intraoperative_costs_of_endoscopic.3.aspxAuthors: A…
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In a major victory for President-elect Trump, Republicans will now control both chambers of Congress after the House was called for the GOP this past week. But this trifecta doesn't guarantee smooth governing, as narrow margins could make passing major legislation difficult. Casey Burgat, legislative affairs program director at The George Washingto…
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Hey Crimestituents! We're gaveling in another session of Crime in Congress, a new true crime podcast with hosts Harley and Sarah that examines political scandals and infamous crimes with elected officials. This session, we're talking about a 1900's stolen election, an insurrection at a capitol building, and an assassination of (one of) Kentucky's g…
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George Washington. Abraham Lincoln. Martin Luther King, Jr. These names are (hopefully) familiar to just about every kid growing up in the United States of America. They’re individuals who shaped the times that they lived in, whose impact has trickled down even to the present day. We remember them in order to understand how our country has develope…
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President-Elect Trump picks WWE mogul Linda McMahon to be Secretary of Education and ex-TV host Dr. Oz to run Medicare & Medicaid. Also, Trump works the phones for Matt Gaetz, his choice for Attorney General. Meanwhile, a hacker has gained access to files with damaging testimony about Gaetz. Plus, the race to be Trump's Treasury secretary heats up.…
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Tonight on The Last Word: The attorney for witnesses in the Matt Gaetz investigation discusses testimony given to the House Ethics Committee. Also, Democrats urge the House Ethics Committee to release the Gaetz report. Plus, Clare Malone joins Lawrence O’Donnell to discuss the media’s challenge covering the second Trump term. Joel Leppard and Andre…
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When President-elect Donald Trump nominated Brendan Carr to be the next chair of the Federal Communications Commission, Trump called Carr a "warrior" for free speech. Free press advocate Craig Aaron, the co-CEO of the Free Press Action Fund, tells Forbes' Maggie McGrath that Carr could have a "chilling" effect on the ability of television news netw…
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Through her unique approach to storytelling, Rachel Maddow provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynam…
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Guests: Noah Bookbinder, Sahil Kapur, Alexi McCammond, Jamelle Bouie, Rep. Lloyd Doggett The Matt Gaetz backlash isn't going away. Tonight: the latest pushback on Donald Trump's radical pick for attorney general. Then, two weeks after the election putting all that "mandate" talk into context as the Trump margin shrinks. And Congressman Lloyd Dogget…
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India’s Near East: A New History is an important new book by the scholar Avinash Paliwal. The book traces the history of how New Delhi has grappled with the twin challenges of forging productive ties with its eastern neighbors—namely, Bangladesh and Myanmar—while building a robust administrative state in India’s Northeastern states. It is the story…
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Tonight on The ReidOut: Trump ally Steve Bannon escalates his calls for revenge and retribution, targeting General Mark Milley while urging the Trump administration to imprison Attorney General Merrick Garland and special counsel Jack Smith. Meanwhile, Republicans are pushing legislation that would allow Trump to shut down nonprofits he opposes, ra…
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Tuesday on the News Hour, Ukraine uses U.S.-made long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time. President Biden meets with world leaders at the G20 summit for the last time and tries to cement his legacy. President-elect Trump nominates Dr. Oz to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Plus, federal workers brace themselves for …
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One thousand days ago, Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine marked that grim milestone with a first, using a long-range American missile system to hit a target inside Russia. Also Tuesday, Russia updated its nuclear doctrine that says it could use nuclear weapons if attacked by a conventionally armed country supported by a nu…
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President-elect Trump has named two more people to his administration: investment banker Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary and Dr. Mehmet Oz to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The noted TV personality and heart surgeon will oversee programs that provide health care coverage to about half of all Americans. Amna Nawaz discusse…
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In our news wrap Tuesday, FEMA's administrator said she is pushing for an investigation into political bias in her agency's relief efforts, the transgender bathroom debate reached the U.S. Capitol building as a Republican lawmaker attempts to ban Democrat Sarah McBride from using women's restrooms and a top U.S. diplomat says a truce between Israel…
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President-elect Trump has vowed to make wide-scale changes to the federal workforce by cutting jobs, replacing career civil servants with federal appointees and relocating government offices. We hear from federal government employees across the U.S. and Laura Barrón-López reports on this key part of Trump's policy proposals. PBS News is supported b…
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Two weeks ago, many parts of the country saw dramatic political shifts to the right. Even places that were once considered democratic strongholds flipped red. Special correspondent Christopher Booker reports from one such area in Texas near the southern border. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…
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Delegates at the U.N. climate summit are frantically trying to strike a deal that would provide as much as $1 trillion per year for developing countries to help them withstand the impact of climate change. No country is watching the talks more closely than Grenada. Hurricane Beryl, energized by warmer waters, caused catastrophic damage there in Jul…
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In her new collection of columns from The Wall Street Journal, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan takes readers on a journey through the essence of our nation's character. With her trademark blend of storytelling, historical insight and journalistic rigor, Noonan explores what unites us as a people even in divisive times. She sat down with Geoff Be…
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President-elect Trump is working the phones, urging Senate Republicans to support his pick of former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) to be attorney general. Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) discusses how Democrats move forward after losing the White House and both chambers of Congress. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) sparks a debate on Capitol Hill after introduci…
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Send us a text Elon vs Trump: Billionaire Battle Over America’s Future The Tony Michaels Podcast #778 Buy Tony a Shot https://linktr.ee/thetonymichaels Support Tony on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/thetonymichaels Tony Michaels is known as "The Rush Limbaugh of the Left" Venmo Chat Me NOW! https://account.venmo.com/u/thetonymichaels Join my Disco…
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Can Social Security survive right wing efforts to hand it over to Wall Street? Meanwhile Republicans are full speed ahead on giving Trump concrete power to attack non-profits, immigrants, journalists, and protesters any other enemies of his consolidation of power. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http…
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On Sunday, President Joe Biden authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range weaponry — called Army Tactical Missile Systems, or ATACMS — to strike within Russian territory. Then on Tuesday morning, Ukraine used the ATACMS for the first time, reportedly striking a Russian arsenal in the Bryansk region 70 miles from the Ukrainian border. Additi…
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-- On the Show: -- Steve Schmidt, renowned American political strategist, commentator, and founder of The Warning, joins David to discuss the aftermath and consequences of the 2024 election -- Donald Trump's supposed mandate evaporates as his popular vote total drops below 50%, and he wins by a smaller margin of victory than Hillary Clinton in 2016…
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What happens when the lines between entertainment and politics begin to blur? Join us as we grapple with the surreal reality of Trump winning the election, and Mike Tyson stepping into the ring against a YouTuber at 58 years old. It seems like the world is turning into a bizarre reality TV show, where spectacle outweighs substance. We unravel the i…
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It’s not the start of a joke, it’s a new episode of CONTROL! Hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller discuss the state of the Johnson-Trump relationship before turning their attention to the big questions in the Senate: Will Matt Gaetz be confirmed? Will the Judiciary Committee get access to the ethics report? And how will new GOP Leader John Thune …
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Morning Joe visits Mar A Lago to "find common ground." The mainstream media is still spiraling in the wake of the 2024 election. Trump's win has made him a cultural icon. Monkeys are still on the loose in South Carolina. Take the next step to improving your health, go to Lumen.me/RUTHLESS to get 15% off your Lumen. TAKE ACTION! Tell Congress to gua…
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President-elect Trump confirms he'll use the military and declare a national emergency as part of his plan to remove undocumented immigrants. Plus, when it comes to the Trump-Musk bromance, who's really the boss? And after 1,000 days of war between Ukraine and Russia, President Biden announces a major change in U.S. policy to help Ukraine's militar…
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Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) joined "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the 2024 election, President-elect Donald Trump appointing South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem as Department of Homeland Security secretary, as well Sen. John Thune (R-SD) being elected Majority Leader. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at…
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Tonight on The Last Word: Senators call on the House to release the Matt Gaetz ethics report. Also, the ACLU sues for information on Donald Trump’s mass deportation plans. Plus, President Biden allows Ukraine to use U.S. missiles inside Russia. And The New Yorker’s post-election analysis considers the “ambience of information” in the new media land…
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Tonight on The ReidOut, we lead with the fact that, two women, through their lawyer, allege that they informed the House Ethics Committee that Donald Trump's attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz paid them for sex, including one claim involving a then-17-year-old girl—but will this ethics report ever surface? Meanwhile, Trump continues his "retributi…
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Monday on the News Hour, President-elect Trump makes more appointments to his incoming team, painting a picture of how his administration will govern. Will the Senate serve as a check on Trump's power or pave the way for his agenda? Plus, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan discusses the uncertain future of the wars in Gaza and Ukraine as Biden…
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