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A look at former FBI Director James Comey's indictment
We examine the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey after President Trump called for several of his political enemies -- including Comey -- to be prosecuted.
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Experts say Trump's TikTok deal payment is a shakedown
The U.S. government will collect a multibillion-dollar payment from the American investors who will take over TikTok. Some experts call it a fee and other deals like it "extortion."
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Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson explains his proposed 'Eliminate Shutdowns Act'
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin about the looming government shutdown, and his proposed bill that aims to end shutdowns for good.
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A Trump Republican critic urges constituents to oppose an effort to remove him
President Trump's most outspoken Republican critic on Capitol Hill is facing immense pressure to fold or pay the price. Now, Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie is asking constituents to fight an effort to oust him.
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Is taking acetaminophen during pregnancy really associated with autism in children?
President Trump's announcement this week linking Tylenol with autism could play a role in ongoing legal cases against the company that makes it.
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Saturday Sports: U.S. vs. Europe in the Ryder Cup; Seattle Mariners' magical streak
NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele discuss sports.
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How did Illinois become the 'Great Pumpkin State?'
Scott Simon takes a look at the booming decorative gourd business in Illinois.
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The U.N. marks its 80th anniversary. A foreign affairs expert reviews its relevance
The United Nations marks its 80th Anniversary this year. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Nahal Toosi, senior foreign affairs correspondent at Politico, about the organization's relevance today.
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Opinion: Robert Redford will always light up our screens
The late Robert Redford will be remembered for his many movie roles. But he also leaves the artistic legacy of the Sundance Film Festival, which nurtured generations of independent filmmakers.
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What does free speech mean?
The First Amendment is meant to protect freedom of speech for the nation's people and press. But this week, that protection was tested.
