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An international struggle for power

An international struggle for power | Speevr

The US and China are locked in a power competition. POLITICO’s Alex Ward
breaks down what he learned from conversations with lawmakers and
experts about where the feud is headed. Plus, a new POLITICO-Harvard
poll shows most Americans support vaccine mandates for schoolkids. And
the Senate confirms three of Biden’s Education Department nominees.
Alex Ward is a national security reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more in the National Security Daily newsletter.
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What to know about at-home testing

What to know about at-home testing | Speevr

The White House has announced a new investment in at-home Covid testing.
POLITICO’s David Lim breaks down everything you should know about rapid
tests — and how much of a game changer the new push could be. Plus,
Biden closes in on a pick to lead the FDA. And the former No. 2 of
Trump’s Justice Department sits for an interview with the Jan. 7
committee.
David Lim is a health reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
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The most important elections you're not thinking about

The most important elections you're not thinking about | Speevr

Sure, congressional elections are important. But 36 states will also
decide who becomes governor in 2022. POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro reports.
Plus, the chair of the SEC warns that defaulting on the national debt
would shock markets. And a federal appeals court blocks a California law
limiting private jails.
Zach Montellaro covers voting rights and state politics for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

The biggest week yet for the Jan. 6 probe

The biggest week yet for the Jan. 6 probe | Speevr

The House effort to unearth Donald Trump’s Jan. 6 secrets has shifted
into overdrive. POLITICO’s Kyle Cheney reports. Plus, a top State
Department adviser resigns. And Sen. Warren calls the SEC to probe the
Fed on insider trading.
Kyle Cheney is a legal affairs reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more:  Jan. 6 investigation accelerates as it turns toward Trump
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How trauma and Trump mobilized AAPI voters

How trauma and Trump mobilized AAPI voters | Speevr

A year of violence and fear has reshaped the way Asian Americans and
Pacific Islanders look at themselves and politics. POLITICO’s Rishika
Dugyala breaks down the key takeaways from a new POLITICO/Morning
Consult poll. Plus, Fauci sees hope in Merck’s new Covid drug. And Trump
says he’d beat DeSantis in a potential GOP primary.
Rishika Dugyala  is a digital strategy editor for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more:  Trauma and Trump make Asian American voters a more cohesive
bloc, new poll reveals
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The ghost of Cuomo remains in Albany

The ghost of Cuomo remains in Albany | Speevr

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is promising big reforms in the aftermath of
Andrew Cuomo’s resignation. But in Albany, change is easier said than
done. POLITICO New York’s Anna Gronewold reports. Plus, two top privacy
staffers resign from the FTC. And the House Judiciary Committee approves
a sweeping marijuana legalization bill.
Anna Gronewold co-authors POLITICO’s New York Playbook.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
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A crucial moment in the pandemic

A crucial moment in the pandemic | Speevr

Holidays and cold weather are coming. That could be bad for the Covid
situation. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports. Plus, the CDC urges pregnant
people to get vaccinated. And top privacy lawmakers demand help from
Biden administration.
Erin Banco is a health reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
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The knives are out for Lina Khan

The knives are out for Lina Khan | Speevr

President Biden’s top trustbuster is making enemies in Washington.
POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports. Plus, the CDC says side effects from
third doses of Covid-19 shots are mild. And health groups urge the FDA
to step up its e-cigarette regulation.
Leah Nylen is an antitrust report for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
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A 'problematic' alliance with India

A 'problematic' alliance with India | Speevr

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a troubling track record when it
comes to human rights. But Biden needs him to counter China. POLITICO’s
Nahal Toosi reports. Plus, polls have Democrat Terry McAuliffe ahead in
the Virginia gubernatorial election. And California becomes a permanent
vote-by-mail state.
Nahal Toosi is a senior foreign affairs correspondent for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: Biden needs India to counter China, but it comes with a cost
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Two senators on their fight against military sexual assault

Two senators on their fight against military sexual assault | Speevr

Playbook’s Rachael Bade talks with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni
Ernst about their bipartisan effort to overhaul the way the military
handles sexual assault. Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defends his state’s
audit of the 2020 election. And Pfizer’s CEO argues that first shots and
boosters can be distributed simultaneously.
Rachael Bade is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Women Rule: Ending Sexual Assault in the Military
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