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'Can You Come To The White House?' A Reporter's Tale Of A Surprise Trip To Iraq

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive to visit members of the U.S. military during an unannounced trip to Al Asad Air Base in Iraq on Wednesday. Reporters traveling with Trump, as has happened with past presidents, were not allowed to report that the president was in Iraq until the end of the visit for security purposes. Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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'Can You Come To The White House?' A Reporter's Tale Of A Surprise Trip To Iraq

NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith was one of 13 reporters to go with President Trump to Iraq, an assignment that meant keeping a big secret — even from family.

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Trump Returns To White House After Unannounced Trip To Iraq

President Trump is back in the U.S. after a brief trip to Iraq to visit U.S. troops. The stop comes as Trump faces intense scrutiny for his decision to pull back on troop deployments elsewhere.

Trump Returns To White House After Unannounced Trip To Iraq

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Trump And First Lady Make Secret Trip To Iraq To Visit U.S. Troops

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump greet members of the U.S. military during an unannounced trip to al-Asad Air Base in Iraq on Wednesday. Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Trump And First Lady Make Secret Trip To Iraq To Visit U.S. Troops

The president visited U.S. forces who are part of the fight against ISIS, amid criticism of a sudden decision to pull troops from Syria. It's his first such trip since taking office.

In A White House With Unprecedented Turnover, Survivors Have 'Endurance'
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In A White House With Unprecedented Turnover, Survivors Have 'Endurance'

Only a handful of aides who started in the very early days of the Trump administration have made it through the first two years. What do they share? Endurance and a tolerance for conflict.

In A White House With Unprecedented Turnover, Survivors Have 'Endurance'

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U.S. Stocks Remain On Track For Their Worst Year Since 2008

Monday's short trading session drove stocks into a deeper dive as the stock market heads toward its worst December since the Great Depression. Some say Trump's outbursts aren't helping the market.

U.S. Stocks Remain On Track For Their Worst Year Since 2008

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President Trump Cancels Holiday Travel Plans, Remains At The White House

President Trump remains at the White House over the holidays amid a partial government shutdown and concern across Washington over foreign policy changes.

President Trump Cancels Holiday Travel Plans, Remains At The White House

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The Week In Politics: A Holiday Shutdown

A partial government shutdown took place days before Christmas. President Trump wants funding for a border wall, a demand that Democrats so far have rejected.

The Week In Politics: A Holiday Shutdown

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After A Slow Freeze-Out By Trump, Defense Chief Mattis To Leave Administration

Secretary of Defense James Mattis braved policy differences and style differences with President Trump. What does his departure mean for the White House and what does it say about Trump's Cabinet?

After A Slow Freeze-Out By Trump, Defense Chief Mattis To Leave Administration

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FACT CHECK: Mexico Isn't Paying For The Border Wall, Military Unlikely To Build It

President Trump's wall prototypes are seen from behind the Mexico-US border fence in Tijuana, Mexico, on Dec. 12. With Congress unlikely to fund Trump's wall, Trump is floating other tactics. Guillermo Arias/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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FACT CHECK: Mexico Isn't Paying For The Border Wall, Military Unlikely To Build It

With a proposed government funding bill not putting money into President Trump's border wall, he's now talking about different ways to complete his long-promised project.

FACT CHECK: Mexico Isn't Paying For The Border Wall, Military Unlikely To Build It

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White House Cabinet Turnover Continues, Mulvaney In And Zinke Out

There are more changes in President Trump's cabinet with the announcement that Mick Mulvaney will take over as acting chief of staff for John Kelly and Ryan Zinke's resignation as interior secretary.

White House Cabinet Turnover Continues, Mulvaney In And Zinke Out

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How Trump's Comments On Arranged Payments To Women Have Changed Over Time

President Trump's comments on payments made to women accusing him of affairs have evolved. His former lawyer was sentenced to prison in part over campaign finance violations related to those payments.

How Trump's Comments On Arranged Payments To Women Have Changed Over Time

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Trump To Meet With Top Democrats About Border Wall

President Trump meets with congressional Democrats to discuss his request for $5 billion to fund a border wall. Democratic leaders have suggested offering $1.3 billion for border security.

Trump To Meet With Top Democrats About Border Wall

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