National $20 Billion Needed For Highway, Transit Projects June 30, 2009 The Highway Trust Fund is almost out of money and current law is about to expire. Lawmakers in the House want to pass a six-year, $500 billion plan to improve congested highways, crumbling bridges and under-funded mass transit. But Senate lawmakers are siding with the Obama administration in calling for a less expensive, 18-month stopgap bill. $20 Billion Needed For Highway, Transit Projects Listen · 3:57 3:57 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/106083633/106083614" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Holder Urges Congress On New Hate Crimes Bill June 25, 2009 U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder called on senators to expand federal statutes against hate crimes to include protections for gays, women and people with disabilities. The law now provides for federal prosecution and increased penalties for violent crimes motivated by race or religion. Holder Urges Congress On New Hate Crimes Bill Listen · 3:03 3:03 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105923758/105923734" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Defense Says Rep. Jefferson Was Caught In Sting June 16, 2009 The former Louisiana congressman is charged with soliciting bribes, money laundering and racketeering. But in opening statements at the Democrat's trial Tuesday, his lawyer said the $90,000 in cash found in his freezer doesn't prove it.
Law Corruption Trial Set To Begin For Ex-Rep. Jefferson June 8, 2009 Former U.S. Rep. William Jefferson of Louisiana is set to go on trial Tuesday on federal bribery and corruption charges. The case made headlines after the FBI found $90,000 in cash in his freezer. Corruption Trial Set To Begin For Ex-Rep. Jefferson Listen · 3:56 3:56 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105030178/105089392" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Corruption Trial Set To Begin For Ex-Rep. Jefferson Listen · 3:56 3:56 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105030178/105089392" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Auto Industry In Turmoil GM, Chrysler: Slashing Dealerships Is Necessary June 4, 2009 General Motors and Chrysler say they need to trim their network of franchises so when they emerge from bankruptcy proceedings they will be successful. In a Senate hearing Wednesday, lawmakers questioned whether the companies are abandoning the loyal dealerships and consumers who have supported them. GM, Chrysler: Slashing Dealerships Is Necessary Listen · 4:08 4:08 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104922402/104922384" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National National Archives Gets Lost Lincoln Letter May 28, 2009 The National Archives received a special gift today: the missing half of a letter written by Abraham Lincoln in 1863. It was ripped from the pages of his Treasury secretary's correspondence and bought at auction by a collector who waited for Lincoln's bicentennial year to donate it. National Archives Gets Lost Lincoln Letter Listen · 2:43 2:43 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104679055/104679039" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Credit Card Overhaul Bill Sent To Obama May 21, 2009 Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have sent President Obama a bill that would rein in credit card fees and interest rates, while allowing gun owners to carry concealed weapons in national parks. The Senate passed the measure Tuesday. The House acted on Wednesday. Credit Card Overhaul Bill Sent To Obama Listen · 4:06 4:06 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104375289/104375270" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Senate Passes Credit Card Overhaul Bill May 20, 2009 The Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would impose new restrictions on the credit card industry. It slows interest rate increases and places restrictions on penalty fees. It limits cards for minors. The House is on track to pass the bill as early as Wednesday and send it to President Obama. Senate Passes Credit Card Overhaul Bill Listen · 3:13 3:13 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104334305/104334290" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Senate Passes Its Version Of Credit Card Bill May 19, 2009 The Senate passed a bill to impose new restrictions on the credit card industry. It would slow down interest rate hikes and place restrictions on penalty fees, while limiting cards for minors. But it's tougher than a similar House bill, and the two measures will have to be reconciled. Senate Passes Its Version Of Credit Card Bill Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104315973/104318535" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Auto Industry In Turmoil 'Cash For Clunkers' Would Help Car Buyers, Climate May 15, 2009 Lawmakers on the House Energy Committee are putting the finishing touches on a climate change bill that is exposing rifts among Democrats. But one idea in the bill has support from all sides. "Cash for clunkers" is a voucher plan that helps car owners trade in their old rides for more fuel efficient models. 'Cash For Clunkers' Would Help Car Buyers, Climate Listen · 3:16 3:16 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104177421/104177453" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Financial Turmoil Grips World Markets Can Washington Help Ailing Newspaper Industry? May 12, 2009 Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are looking for ways to shore up the struggling newspaper industry. Bills have been introduced that would allow newspapers to operate as tax-exempt non-profits and loosen anti-trust laws. Senator John Kerry held a hearing recently to come up with answers. Can Washington Help Ailing Newspaper Industry? Listen · 3:49 3:49 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/104047321/104047301" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Congress Passes Obama's Budget Plan April 30, 2009 Democratic majorities in the House and Senate hustled to give President Obama a symbolic victory on his 100th day in office. They adopted a budget plan — a non-binding resolution that provides a framework for future legislation. The blueprint got no Republican support. Congress Passes Obama's Budget Plan Listen · 2:44 2:44 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/103642526/103642510" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Business Obama Pledges New Credit Card Rules April 23, 2009 President Obama meets with top executives from the credit card companies on Thursday. The administration is planning to crack down on the companies that commit unfair practices. Obama Pledges New Credit Card Rules Listen · 3:27 3:27 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/103394106/103394088" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Welcome To The 'Troubled Skies' Funding Debate Stalls Air Traffic Control Upgrade April 14, 2009 The radar system used to guide U.S. flights is more than 40 years old, but Congress and the airline industry are at odds over how to fund a new satellite-based system. Funding Debate Stalls Air Traffic Control Upgrade Listen · 5:36 5:36 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102914658/103070144" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Bill, Loaded With Earmarks, Sent To Obama March 11, 2009 Congress has managed to avoid a government shutdown. The Senate Tuesday night sent the president a $410 billion spending bill to keep domestic agencies and the State Department running for the rest of the fiscal year. The measure is six months late and $30 billion over last year's budget. Bill, Loaded With Earmarks, Sent To Obama Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/101689501/101689482" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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