Ken Starr Baylor University Scandal
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Ken Starr Baylor University Scandal
Before his appointment to President Trump's impeachment defense team, Ken Starr was president at Baylor during a sexual assault scandal. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with ESPN reporter Paula Lavigne.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/797981346/ken-starr-baylor-university-scandal?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Thailand Opposition Party Accused Of Illuminati Link
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Thailand Opposition Party Accused Of Illuminati Link
In Thailand, a popular new political party opposed to the military's continued role in politics faces possible dissolution on Tuesday for its alleged ties to the Illuminati. Yes, that Illuminati.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/797981353/thailand-opposition-party-accused-of-illuminati-link?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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White House Decries 'Rigged' Impeachment Process
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White House Decries 'Rigged' Impeachment Process
President Trump's legal team offered a fiery response to the articles of impeachment in a legal brief on Monday, blasting Democrats one day before the Senate trial is expected to begin.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/797981367/white-house-decries-rigged-impeachment-process?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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READ: McConnell Lays Out Plan For Senate Impeachment Trial Procedure
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READ: McConnell Lays Out Plan For Senate Impeachment Trial Procedure
The Senate majority leader is planning for each side in the impeachment trial to have 24 hours to present their case, spread over two days. Democrats object to that idea.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/798007597/read-mcconnell-lays-out-plan-for-senate-impeachment-trial-procedure?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Migrant Caravan Crosses River into Mexico In Standoff With Security Forces
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Migrant Caravan Crosses River into Mexico In Standoff With Security Forces
After closing a bridge linking Guatemala with Mexico, a caravan of Central American migrants waded across a river connecting the countries but their journey is being stopped by Mexican troops.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/797963823/migrant-caravan-crosses-river-into-mexico-in-standoff-with-security-forces?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Political Unrest In Puerto Rico After Discovery Of Unused Hurricane Aid
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Political Unrest In Puerto Rico After Discovery Of Unused Hurricane Aid
Fed up with what they say is rampant corruption, protesters are demanding the resignation of Gov. Wanda Vázquez, who just months ago served as the island's Justice Secretary.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/20/797996503/political-unrest-in-puerto-rico-after-discovery-of-unused-hurricane-aid?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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How The Senate Impeachment Trial Will Work
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How The Senate Impeachment Trial Will Work
Now that the House has impeached President Trump, the process shifts to the Senate, which will vote on whether to convict him. Here is your guide to the steps and the people that matter.
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https://www.npr.org/2019/12/31/787235305/how-a-senate-impeachment-trial-could-work?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Roe v. Wade: Settled Law Or Bad Precedent? States Prep For An Overturn
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Roe v. Wade: Settled Law Or Bad Precedent? States Prep For An Overturn
A Supreme Court case in March will test the new five-member conservative majority. If justices strike federal abortion protections, look for a state-by-state quilt of abortion "deserts" and "havens."
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https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/01/21/797102280/roe-v-wade-settled-law-or-bad-precedent-states-prep-for-an-overturn?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Along The Rim of Alaska, The Once-A-Decade U.S. Census Begins In Toksook Bay
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Along The Rim of Alaska, The Once-A-Decade U.S. Census Begins In Toksook Bay
The 2020 census officially starts in an Alaskan fishing village along the Bering Sea. Starting the count there in January, when the ground is frozen, makes it easier to reach far-flung communities.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/796703843/along-the-rim-of-alaska-the-once-a-decade-u-s-census-begins-in-toksook-bay?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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NPR Poll: Majority Of Americans Believe Trump Encourages Election Interference
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NPR Poll: Majority Of Americans Believe Trump Encourages Election Interference
More than 40% believe the U.S. is not very prepared to keep this year's election safe. The results paint a picture of a polarized electorate wary about what it reads and the fairness of elections.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/797101409/npr-poll-majority-of-americans-believe-trump-encourages-election-interference?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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American Distrust Of The Voting Process Is Widespread, NPR Poll Finds
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American Distrust Of The Voting Process Is Widespread, NPR Poll Finds
A new poll by NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist finds widespread concern that the 2020 elections will not be fair and accurate. Americans are worried about disinformation, voter fraud and voter suppression.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798088827/american-distrust-of-the-voting-process-is-widespread-npr-poll-finds?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, Taal Volcano
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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, Taal Volcano
Senate will begin the third presidential impeachment trial in U.S. history. China says new virus can spread person to person. Philippine residents are not officially allowed to return to quake area.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798088764/morning-news-brief?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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McConnell Reveals Parameters In Trump Impeachment Trial
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McConnell Reveals Parameters In Trump Impeachment Trial
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is working to finalize the rules in President Trump's impeachment trial, as Minority Leader Chuck Schumer gears up for a fight to allow witnesses.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798088806/mcconnell-reveals-parameters-in-trump-impeachment-trial?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Capitol Hill Press Corps Will Be Restricted During Impeachment Trial
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Capitol Hill Press Corps Will Be Restricted During Impeachment Trial
NPR's Noel King talks to Los Angeles Times reporter Sara Wire, who chairs the group representing Capitol Hill's daily print press, about restrictions placed on reporters during the impeachment trial.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798088855/capitol-hill-press-corps-will-be-restricted-during-impeachment-trial?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Democratic Presidential Contenders Court Voters Of Color
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Democratic Presidential Contenders Court Voters Of Color
Eight Democratic candidates addressed the 2020 Brown and Black Forum in Des Moines — facing scrutiny from black and Hispanic voters in the first-in-the-nation caucus state.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798088792/democratic-presidential-contenders-court-voters-of-color?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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GOP Impeachment Rules Are A National Disgrace, Sen. Schumer Says
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GOP Impeachment Rules Are A National Disgrace, Sen. Schumer Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer about Democrats not being on board with Majority Leader McConnell's rules for Trump's impeachment trial. NPR's Kelsey Snell weighs in.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798104576/gop-impeachment-rules-are-a-national-disgrace-sen-schumer-says?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Trump Wants To Move The U.S. Secret Service Back To Treasury
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Trump Wants To Move The U.S. Secret Service Back To Treasury
After the Sept. 11 attacks, the Secret Service moved to Homeland Security. The White House says the service should be moved again to be better suited to protect the nation's financial infrastructure.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798104589/trump-wants-to-move-the-u-s-secret-service-back-to-treasury?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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LISTEN: Senate Impeachment Trial Of President Trump
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LISTEN: Senate Impeachment Trial Of President Trump
NPR is hosting live special coverage of the trial, beginning with debate on Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's rules resolution on Tuesday.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/798145271/listen-senate-impeachment-trial-of-president-trump?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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Senate Impeachment Trial Begins With Fight Over Rules
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Senate Impeachment Trial Begins With Fight Over Rules
Before the House prosecution team makes the case about the two articles of impeachment against President Trump, the Senate needs to pass rules governing how the trial will work.
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https://www.npr.org/2020/01/21/797320215/senate-impeachment-trial-begins-with-fight-over-rules?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=politics
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