Weekly Roundup: March 26th

Weekly Roundup: March 26th

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Jack Smith defends Trump investigations and Trump backs off Greenland threat

It was another busy week in politics. We discuss former special counsel Jack Smith’s appearance before the House Judiciary Committee — the first time he testified publicly about his investigations into President Trump — and Trump’s announcement of a new “framework” related to Gre ...  Show more

Why these swing voters say they’re frustrated with Trump

NPR reporters observed focus groups of 14 swing voters from Pennsylvania. We discuss why these voters, who backed President Trump in the 2024 election, feel frustrated with Trump and why they say the latest immigration enforcement tactics have gone too far.This episode: voting co ...  Show more

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