Best Scotus 101 Podcasts (2024)

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Will Mark Robinson's Racism & Porn Scandal Hurt Trump In NC? 15:45

7m ago15:45

15:45

Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson described himself, according to CNN reporting, as a "Black Nazi" and expressed support for slavery in posts on a porn forum. Robinson, who denies the allegations, has lost almost all of his campaign staff. Donald Trump hasn't revoked his endorsement even as other key groups withdraw funding and support…

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How Harris Incorporates Biography Into Her Election Pitch 11:19

20m ago11:19

11:19

Kamala Harris often quotes her mother on the campaign trail: "Don't let people tell you who you are. You tell them who you are." Though she would be the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to serve as president, she rarely explicitly talks about the historic nature of her candidacy. Instead, she weaves her identity and biography int…

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Weekly Roundup: Oprah, Harris, Trump, Undecided Voters 22:04

21m ago22:04

22:04

Vice President Harris sat down with Oprah Winfrey for a campaign event that was reminiscent of the televison icon's classic daytime talk show. And Donald Trump's week included a event with Jewish voters where he repeated criticisms of Jewish voters who vote for Democrats. This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, White House correspon…

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As Fed Makes Borrowing Easier, Candidates' Economic Pitches 17:15

1h ago17:15

17:15

It just got cheaper to borrow money in the United States; the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, signalling that it believes inflation is largely over with and the economy is generally strong. Here's how Vice President Harris and Donald Trump are talking about the state of the economy and their policy proposals. This episode: White House correspon…

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Reproductive Rights Fight Continues To Define Campaign 15:32

1d ago15:32

15:32

Donald Trump's rhetoric on abortion care and reproductive rights has been all over the map this year, but his record — and that of the Republican party — is clear: he has bragged about ending the nationwide right to abortion access. The Kamala Harris campaign is intent on driving that message home for voters, including in a new ad highlighting the …

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What Caused Trump’s Second Assassination Attempt? | Lora Ries 11:44

42m ago11:44

11:44

Four presidents have been assassinated in office, and several (in office or not) have been wounded. All of these incidents took place decades, if not a century, ago. So it’s understandable that the second wounding of a president while not in office, that of Donald Trump in Butler Pennsylvania in July of this year, would have shaken the nation. Now,…

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Election 101: How Voting Looks Different In 2024 15:16

2d ago15:16

15:16

Voting looks a little different in 2024 than it did during the last presidential election. We explore some of the changes & challenges as voting begins, alongside NPR's new voter registration guide. This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and voting correspondents Miles Parks & Hansi Lo Wang. The podcast is produced by Jeongyoon Han…

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A Conversation About Political Violence In The United States 14:08

4d ago14:08

14:08

Former president Donald Trump appears to have been the target of a second assassination effort Sunday. A man was arrested after the Secret Service spotted him with a gun on the golf course where Trump was playing. What do experts make of this moment of political violence, what is driving it and what can be done to address it? This episode: White Ho…

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Weekly Roundup: Swift Speaks, Congress Stalls 23:08

26m ago23:08

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The influential pop star threw her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris in an Instagram post Tuesday. What impact does her endorsement — or any endorsement — have on an election? Plus, Congress returns with a government shutdown on the horizon, and a TikTok sound becomes an earworm. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, politi…

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Examining GOP False Claims Of Noncitizens Voting 13:38

12h ago13:38

13:38

It's an allegation that's centuries old, but is increasingly becoming prominent in political discourse — that noncitizens are voting en masse to influence American elections. Even though it isn't true, it is influencing policy discussions, and having an impact on registered voters. This episode: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, voting corresp…

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After Their Debate, Harris & Trump Head Back On The Trail 12:43

1d ago12:43

12:43

Following Tuesday's debate, both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are hitting the campaign trail — and tweaking their strategies to court voters. What are they up to? Plus, a look at the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid & Franco Ordoñez, and senior political correspo…

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Was Kamala Harris Tough on Crime? | Zack Smith 22:33

1d ago22:33

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Following last night’s presidential debate, many questions still abound about the substance of presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s policy positions. As a former district attorney and attorney general, she touts a long policy record of enforcing law and upholding public safety. Heritage Senior Legal Fellow Zack Smith joins the podcast to share wh…

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Harris, Trump Spar In First Debate 18:42

2d ago18:42

18:42

Vice President Kamala Harris went on the offensive against former President Donald Trump in the ABC News Presidential Debate, putting Trump on the defensive for most of the night. This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid & Deepa Shivaram, and political correspondents Susan Davis & Danielle Kurtzleben. The podcast is produced by Jeongyoo…

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How Harris, Trump Prep For Tuesday's Debate 16:16

3d ago16:16

16:16

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have their first — and, so far, only — scheduled debate on Tuesday. What are the stakes, and what is each candidate doing to prepare? This episode: White House correspondents Asma Khalid & Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro. The podcast is pro…

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Looking The Other Way Part 2: On Tape & Under Oath 42:52

6d ago42:52

42:52

What happens when political ambition collides with a #MeToo allegation in the Democratic party? Episode 2 of our two-part investigation. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Looking The Other Way, Pt. 1: A Powerful Democrat & A #MeToo Scandal 41:04

6d ago41:04

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Did Eric Garcetti, a powerful Democrat, lie under oath about a #MeToo scandal in his office? That's the question at the center of a new investigation from NPR. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Roundup: Trump N.Y. Sentencing Delayed Until After Election 25:23

6d ago25:23

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It was a busy week in U.S. courtrooms. After being convicted of 34 felonies earlier this year in a New York state trial, former President Donald Trump will have to wait until after the presidential election to find out what punishment he may face. Meanwhile, in a federal courthouse in California, Hunter Biden unexpectedly pleaded guilty to tax char…

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Republicans Are In Good Position To Win The Senate 13:55

8d ago13:55

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Republicans need to flip two seats to assure their control of the Senate, and with West Virginia's open seat a virtually guaranteed pick-up, all eyes are on Montana and Ohio. In the House, Democrats are in a strong position but whoever wins is expected to hold another slim majority. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, pol…

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Why Harris And Trump Are Dumping Cash, Time Into Pennsylvania 14:12

9d ago14:12

14:12

NPR tracked where the candidates are investing the most travel time and money. Unsurprisingly, the most competitive states are receiving the most attention — especially Pennsylvania, which is essential to both candidates' path to the White House. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, senior White House correspondent Tamara …

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Why Are Illegal Immigrants Registering to Vote? | Ryan Walker 18:27

9d ago18:27

18:27

As the fiscal year ends, Congress has to decide how to fund the government over the next few months. Heritage Action for America supports funding via a continuing resolution through March of 2025. Heritage Action also supports the inclusion of the SAVE Act, a key piece of election integrity legislation, in this continuing resolution. Heritage Actio…

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Voting Is About To Begin. How Has The Electorate Changed? 15:07

10d ago15:07

15:07

There are fewer white people without college degrees, more Latino potential voters in key states and a rise in Asian American voters in Nevada. We have a detailed conversation about what that could mean as presidential election voting gets underway this week. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, voting correspondent Ashley…

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Breaking Down "No Tax On Tips" 9:44

16d ago9:44

9:44

By now, you've probably heard a lot from both presidential nominees about getting rid of taxes on tips. The idea may sound good on first go, but it has its detractors, namely economists and tax experts. Their fears include unfairness and people gaming the system. Our friends at The Indicator from Planet Money look at how to put in place guardrails …

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Roundup: Harris Pitches Hope; Trump's Military Cemetery Feud 21:55

19d ago21:55

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In her first major interview of her presidential campaign, Vice President Harris pitched policy continuity with an attitude shift. She wants to continue the policies of the Biden administration while drawing a more optimistic contrast with the Trump campaign. And NPR's reporting on a physical altercation between Trump campaign workers and Arlington…

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Experts Think Georgia Can Withstand Trump-Backed Conspiracies 14:15

15d ago14:15

14:15

Donald Trump unsuccessfully tried to pressure Georgia's political leadership to "find" him votes in the 2020 election, but election conspiracies he inspired and continues to encourage continue to play a big role this cycle. Experts are confident the law and courts are strong enough to avoid a catastrophic outcome in the face of the threats, but the…

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The Power Of Political Advertising 12:39

16d ago12:39

12:39

Ad spending in the 2024 presidential election is nearing $2 billion. With Vice President Kamala Harris' late entry to the race, we look at how her campaign and that of former President Donald Trump are trying to define Harris politically through advertising. This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Stephen Fowler, …

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What’s the Deal with the Mark Zuckerberg Letter? | Jake Denton 12:06

25d ago12:06

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What’s the Deal with the Mark Zuckerberg Letter? | Jake Denton Mark Zuckerber’s letter to Congress admitted Meta’s collusion with the Biden-Harris Administration. But is it a good sign in the struggle with Big Tech? Jake Denton joins the podcast to explain. — Jake Denton on X: https://twitter.com/RealJDenton — Have thoughts? Let us know at heritage…

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How Harris, Trump Are Angling For Votes 16:27

17d ago16:27

16:27

Each talks about patriotism. Each talks about their strengths as leaders. But, the visions of America Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are trying to bring to the country couldn't be more different. We look at how each is trying to win over undecided voters. This episode: White House correspondents Deepa Shivaram & Fran…

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Nervous Democrats: Internal Polling, Senate Map Are Worries 15:20

18d ago15:20

15:20

Kamala Harris has a number of paths to the 270 electoral votes she needs to secure the presidency, a change from the Biden campaign. But political operatives tell NPR that their internal polling shows a very tight race with Donald Trump. And despite new optimism from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Democrats' path to holding the Senate after …

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RFK Jr. Endorses Donald Trump, Suspends Campaign 10:48

21d ago10:48

10:48

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., whose conspiracy-minded presidential campaign failed to gain traction with the American public, suspended his campaign Friday and endorse Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. That could be a boon for Democrats who have centered their message on what they see as Trump's fringe beliefs. This episode: national politica…

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Kamala Harris Makes Her Case: DNC Night Four 18:43

23d ago18:43

18:43

In her speech formally accepting the Democratic party's presidential nomination, Kamala Harris emphasized her record on abortion access and voting rights. She also painted a dire portrait of America if Trump is re-elected. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, campaign correspondent Franco Ordoñez…

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Tim Walz And Oprah Winfrey Speak On DNC Night 3 15:53

27d ago15:53

15:53

Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota delivered a speech introducing himself and formally accepting his nomination to serve as Kamala Harris' running mate. Oprah Winfrey also spoke. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, Minnesota Public Radio reporter Clay Masters, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior national political corre…

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Barack And Michelle Obama Are Fired Up: DNC Night 2 15:02

29d ago15:02

15:02

President Obama and Michelle Obama delivered rousing speeches on the second night of the Democratic National Convention. Lil Jon performed during the ceremonial roll call. And Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff delivered a speech about the role Kamala Harris plays in his blended family. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House corre…

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Do Price Controls Work? | EJ Antoni 14:41

29d ago14:41

14:41

In response to inflation, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed instituting controls on the prices of household goods and groceries. The question is, will these proposals work? Heritage Foundation economist and Research Fellow EJ Antoni joins the podcast to explain. — EJ Antoni on X: https://twitter.com/RealEJAntoni — Have thoughts? Let us know…

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DNC Night 1: Joe Biden Passes The Torch To Next Generation 17:08

30d ago17:08

17:08

Night one of the Democratic convention showcased a party in transition. Hillary Clinton and President Biden shared the stage with a new generation of leaders including Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, and Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock. This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, senior…

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Roundup: Ahead Of DNC, Trump Struggles To Find A Message 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

Kamala Harris has seen her campaign continue to gain momentum as Donald Trump has struggled to find an effective line of attack. As the Democratic party prepares to begin its own convention in Chicago, the race has totally changed since Republicans formally nominated Trump last month in Milwaukee. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tama…

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How Harris And Trump Are Talking About The Economy 12:26

1M ago12:26

12:26

Kamala Harris wants to combat "corporate price gouging." Donald Trump wants to eliminate taxes on Social Security. But the president's powers over the economy are actually quite limited. Here's what the candidates are saying on the trail. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and campaig…

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Can Harris Win Over "Uncommitted" Voters Worried About Gaza? 14:26

1M ago14:26

14:26

President Biden saw a groundswell of protest during the Democratic primary as hundreds of thousands of voters concerned about the administration's response to Israel's war in Gaza voted "uncommitted." But some of the movements most prominent voices are tentatively warming to Kamala Harris, though they say there is still more work to be done. This e…

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Is the UK Going to Arrest Elon Musk? | Nile Gardiner 30:49

1M ago30:49

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Over the last few weeks, the UK has seen upheaval in government, rioting, and increased official censorship. UK and EU bureaucrats have made threatening overtures to American citizens and businesses. Nile Gardiner, Director, Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom here at the Heritage Foundation,has been watching the political turmoil that is happenin…

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Harris Embraces Prosecutor Past In Campaign Against Trump 14:08

1M ago14:08

14:08

Vice President Kamala Harris is using her record as a prosecutor to her advantage in the campaign against former president Donald Trump. So far, it appears to be working. That's a big contrast from her 2020 Democratic presidential primary bid. But this is a different race and the politics of crime have changed, too. This episode: senior White House…

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What To Know About Tim Walz's 24-Year Military Career 11:53

1M ago11:53

11:53

In 2018, Tim Walz said he carried weaponry "in war" when pushing for gun control, despite never serving in combat. He also said he chose to retire from the military after 24 years, shortly before his unit deployed to Iraq, in order to focus on his run for Congress. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, veterans correspondent …

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Weekly Roundup: Trump Rambles As Harris Rallies 19:10

1M ago19:10

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Former President Trump held a long, meandering press conference at his Mar-a-Lago residence on Thursday, where he committed to a Sept. 10 debate with his main challenger, Vice President Kamala Harris. Meanwhile, Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, are barnstorming the country and holding large rallies. This podcast: senior White H…

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Poll: Harris Opens Narrow Lead Over Trump 12:55

1M ago12:55

12:55

Vice President Kamala Harris opened a narrow lead over former President Trump in the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll, but it is still within the margin of error. Trump is still trusted by more voters on handling immigration and the economy, while Harris leads on abortion and preserving democracy. This podcast: White House correspondent Asma Khalid,…

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Exploring Kamala Harris' Identity While Campaigning 16:02

1M ago16:02

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She's a historic major party nominee, but her gender and race aren't cornerstones of Kamala Harris' candidacy in ways they were for other groundbreaking candidates. We take a look at how Harris uses — and doesn't use — them in how she campaigns. This podcast: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, and congres…

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Who is Tim Walz? | Mike Gonzalez and Cody Sargent 17:50

1M ago17:50

17:50

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has named Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has her running mate. What do we know about Tim Walz and what might his philosophy of governance be? Heritage Senior Fellow Mike Gonzalez and Heritage Action for America Communications Director Cody Sargent share their thoughts. Mike Gonzalez on X: https://x.com/Gun…

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Minn. Gov. Tim Walz Picked As Harris' Running Mate 16:21

1M ago16:21

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Walz, 60, is a veteran and former schoolteacher who has been governor of Minnesota since 2019. Why did Harris pick him, and what does he bring to the Democratic ticket? This podcast: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Asma Khalid, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro. The podcast is produced by …

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Harris' & Trump's Paths To The Presidency 17:01

1M ago17:01

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As election day nears, Vice President Harris and former President Trump will focus their campaigns in specific states in their efforts to win. We look at the latest NPR Election Map and explore their relative paths to victory. This podcast: White House correspondent Asma Khalid, political correspondent Susan Davis, and senior political editor & cor…

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Weekly Roundup: Trump Dumps Heritage; Harris Has Meme-entum 24:00

2M ago24:00

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Former president Trump is still working to distance himself from the Project 2025 policy proposals created largely by his former aides in cooperation with the Heritage Foundation. And young voters' enthusiasm for Harris buoys her effort to rebuild President Biden's 2020 coalition. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, campa…

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Looks Like The Sun Belt Is Back On The Menu 12:12

2M ago12:12

12:12

With Vice Present Harris replacing President Biden as the likely Democratic nominee, early surveys of the race show Harris winning back younger, nonwhite voters that had soured on Biden. Those shifting coalitions point to improved chances for Democrats in the more diverse Sun Belt swing states of Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina and Nevada — and pu…

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Can Joe Biden End Presidential Immunity And Change SCOTUS? 13:35

2M ago13:35

13:35

President Biden's plan to fix the Supreme Court is going nowhere quickly, but the ideas he is proposing seem likely to stick around for awhile. This episode: national political correspondent Sarah McCammon, political correspondent Susan Davis, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson. The podcast is produced by Casey Morell and Kell…

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Who Will Be Kamala Harris' Running Mate? 12:22

2M ago12:22

12:22

Traditionally, vice presidential nominees are meant to bring balance to a political ticket without alienating any potential voters. Vice President Harris seems to be considering a number of white male lawmakers from key states, all moderates from key states She is expected to make her selection before a key procedural deadline on August 7. This epi…

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