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House committee prepares to hold its 8th public hearing on the events of Jan. 6

Members of the panel will focus on former President Donald Trump's inaction to stop the riot at the U.S. Capitol. This hearing is framed as a sort of summer capstone to the series of public hearings.

House committee prepares to hold its 8th public hearing on the events of Jan. 6

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This conservative leader is trying to make white evangelical politics less white

Ralph Reed prays on stage during a Donald Trump campaign event courting devout conservatives by combining praise, prayer and patriotism, Thursday, July 23, 2020, in Alpharetta, Ga. John Amis/AP hide caption

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This conservative leader is trying to make white evangelical politics less white

Faith and Freedom Coalition founder Ralph Reed, an activist in GOP politics for three decades, is working to turn out and expand the evangelical vote in 2022.

This conservative leader is trying to make white evangelical politics less white

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Jan. 6 committee subpoenas Trump's former White House counsel Pat Cipollone

The House Jan. 6 panel has issued a subpoena for former White House Counsel Pat Cipollone. The committee is asking him to appear for a deposition next week.

Jan. 6 committee subpoenas Trump's former White House counsel Pat Cipollone

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Music Interviews

Internet superstar Conan Gray releases 2nd full album 'Superache'

NPR's Susan Davis speaks to Conan Gray, a singer-songwriter who became popular after uploading his music to YouTube as a teenager. He just came out with his second full-length album, "Superache."

Internet superstar Conan Gray releases 2nd full album 'Superache'

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Sports

Saturday sports: Tampa Bay in NHL championship; Griner honorary WNBA all-star

NPR's Susan Davis speaks with Howard Bryant of Meadowlark Media about the Stanley Cup Finals, Brittney Griner's detention in Russia, and who's joining the Saudi Arabia-backed LIV golf league.

Saturday sports: Tampa Bay in NHL championship; Griner honorary WNBA all-star

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Elections

Could Fl. Gov. DeSantis successfully challenge Trump in 2024's presidential election?

NPR's Susan Davis talks with New Yorker magazine staff writer Dexter Filkins about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his growing strength in the Republican Party.

Could Fl. Gov. DeSantis successfully challenge Trump in 2024's presidential election?

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Health Care

One gynecologist illuminates for patients how abortion clinics will change

NPR's Susan Davis speaks with Dr. Charlie Browne, a Seattle-based abortion provider, about how the end of Roe v. Wade will affect his work.

One gynecologist illuminates for patients how abortion clinics will change

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National

Calif. Attorney General discusses the state being a haven for those seeking abortions

NPR's Susan Davis speaks to California Attorney General Rob Bonta about recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions on gun control and access to abortion.

Calif. Attorney General discusses the state being a haven for those seeking abortions

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Games & Humor

Google Maps has become a game with Geoguessr — and Trevor Rainbolt has mastered it

Trevor Rainbolt has garnered over 600,000 followers on TikTok with his uncanny ability to identify the country where photos on Google Maps were taken.

Google Maps has become a game with Geoguessr — and Trevor Rainbolt has mastered it

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Television

Jenny Han's young adult book 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' is now a Prime Video series

NPR's Susan Davis speaks with actor Lola Tung and co-showrunner Jenny Han about their new Prime Video series, "The Summer I Turned Pretty," about a pivotal summer in the life of one teenager.

Jenny Han's young adult book 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' is now a Prime Video series

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Elections

S.C. gubernatorial candidate says there should be age limits for elected officials

NPR's Susan Davis speaks with Joe Cunningham, former South Carolina congressman, about his campaign for governor and his position on age limits for politicians.

S.C. gubernatorial candidate says there should be age limits for elected officials

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Health Care

One OB-GYN discusses why she opposes abortions

NPR's Susan Davis speaks with Dr. Christina Francis, board member of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, about the U.S. Supreme Court decision on abortion.

One OB-GYN discusses why she opposes abortions

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Author Interviews

'The Tomorrow Game' depicts the violent results of systematic oppression in Chicago

NPR's Susan Davis speaks to sociologist Sudhir Venkatesh about his new book, "The Tomorrow Game," about the rivalry between two teenagers on Chicago's South Side.

'The Tomorrow Game' depicts the violent results of systematic oppression in Chicago

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Trump speaks to Faith and Freedom Coalition as Jan. 6 hearings continue

Former President Trump spoke to the Christian conservative group Faith and Freedom Coalition as the House Jan. 6 committee continues its hearings laying out his efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Trump speaks to Faith and Freedom Coalition as Jan. 6 hearings continue

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In their own words: AAPI voters in Nevada talk economy, guns, race

NPR's Susan Davis spoke with (from left to right) MC Balicanta, Ash Mirchandani, Tina Kwan, Brian Almero and Cecilia Winchell a week before the Nevada primary. Saeed Rahbaran for NPR hide caption

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In their own words: AAPI voters in Nevada talk economy, guns, race

The AAPI population is the fastest-growing demographic in Nevada and a rising political force. Five voters spoke to NPR about what issues are top of mind ahead of the midterm elections.

In their own words: AAPI voters in Nevada talk economy, guns, race

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