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Monday

Sally Yates On Pattern Of Political Interference At Justice Department

Former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates, who was fired by Trump, says the president's actions undermine the rule of law and threaten to destroy the independence of the Justice Department.

Sally Yates On Pattern Of Political Interference At Justice Department

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Scaramucci Ousted From White House Communications Role

Just 10 days after being named White House communications director, Anthony Scaramucci is out of that job. The move comes just hours into John Kelly's tenure as the new chief of staff.

Scaramucci Ousted From White House Communications Role

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New Florida Law Lets Residents Challenge School Textbooks

A new Florida state law allows parents, and any residents, to challenge the use of textbooks and instructional materials they find objectionable via an independent hearing. Gulfiya Mukhamatdinova/Getty Images hide caption

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Education

New Florida Law Lets Residents Challenge School Textbooks

The new bill was pushed by a conservative group critical of the way evolution, climate change and government were being taught in Florida schools.

New Florida Law Lets Residents Challenge School Textbooks

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Sen. Jeff Flake: 'As Conservatives, Our First Obligation Is To Be Honest'

Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., (center) attends a luncheon with other GOP senators and President Trump on July 19 at the White House. Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP hide caption

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Sen. Jeff Flake: 'As Conservatives, Our First Obligation Is To Be Honest'

A new book by the Republican from Arizona details where he thinks the GOP has gone wrong. Flake wrote the book in secret because he didn't want his advisers to try to talk him out of it.

Sen. Jeff Flake: 'As Conservatives, Our First Obligation Is To Be Honest'

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Sunday

Several Countries Reject Venezuela's Election To Rewrite Constitution

Members of Argentina's Venezuelan community protest against the election for a constituent assembly on Sunday, in Buenos Aires, as Venezuela holds the controversial vote. Alejandro Pagni/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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The Two-Way

Several Countries Reject Venezuela's Election To Rewrite Constitution

The controversial vote has culminated in more violence between protesters and police, with at least 10 deaths Sunday. Opposition activists see the election as a power grab by President Nicolas Maduro.

Jared Kushner Is In The Spotlight. But Is He In the Tradition Of American Nepotism?

White House senior adviser Jared Kushner speaks to reporters on Monday, July 24, 2017, after meeting on Capitol Hill behind closed doors with the Senate Intelligence Committee. Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP hide caption

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Jared Kushner Is In The Spotlight. But Is He In the Tradition Of American Nepotism?

Because of his many roles at the White House, President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner draws controversy. Previous presidents hired family members too, but those staffers had political experience.

Jared Kushner Is In The Spotlight. But Is He In the Tradition Of American Nepotism?

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Alabama GOP Senate Candidates Campaign To Be Trump's Ally In Congress

Sen. Luther Strange, R-Ala., responds to questions during a TV news interview on Capitol Hill in Washington. J. Scott Applewhite/AP hide caption

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Alabama GOP Senate Candidates Campaign To Be Trump's Ally In Congress

The top three contenders in the crowded Republican primary include an incumbent nicknamed "Big Luther" Strange, the so-called Ten Commandments judge and a congressman who happily courts controversy.

Alabama GOP Senate Candidates Campaign To Be Trump's Ally In Congress

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Saturday

Could Trump Pardon Himself? Probably Not

The White House is seen reflected in a rainwater puddle on Friday, July 28, 2017 — amid very stormy times in Washington, D.C. Alex Brandon/AP hide caption

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Analysis

Law

Could Trump Pardon Himself? Probably Not

No president in history has done that, but some likely have contemplated it.

Could Trump Pardon Himself? Probably Not

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I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

The morning sun illuminates the Grand Tetons, in Grand Teton National Park, Wyo., Saturday, Aug 27, 2016. Brennan Linsley/AP hide caption

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I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

Election campaigns are a great way for reporters to see the U.S. NPR's Don Gonyea checked off visiting state number 50 on a visit to Wyoming, and says it was a great way to mark the milestone.

I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

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For Some, GOP Women Deserve Slow Clap Ending After Killing 'Skinny Repeal' Bill

President Trump flanked by Sens. Susan Collins, of Maine, (L) and Lisa Murkowski, of Alaska, (R) as GOP senators meet with Trump to discuss the health care bill at the White House on June 27, 2017. Nicholas Kamm/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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For Some, GOP Women Deserve Slow Clap Ending After Killing 'Skinny Repeal' Bill

The drama on the Senate floor early Friday morning was the culmination of months of opposition — and concerns expressed — by moderate Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, and Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska.