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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Rep. David Cicilline On Impeachment Inquiry
NPR's Scott Simon asks Rep. David Cicilline, D-R.I., about the House impeachment inquiry concerning President Trump.
A Brief History Of Intelligence Whistleblowing
by Greg Myre
Whistleblowing in the intelligence community faces a special set of challenges designed to make sure complaints get heard while protecting classified information. It doesn't always work well.
Giuliani Through The Years
by Andrea Bernstein
Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is now President Trump's personal lawyer. He's always been a crusader and has had a career full of battles.
Refugees React To Trump Administration Program Cuts
by Matt Katz
At a Highland Park, N.J. cafe, all of the cooks are refugees and all of the recipes are from their home countries. They react to the Trump administration's cuts to the U.S. refugee program.
Biden Reacts To Ukraine Scandal
by Scott Detrow
Former Vice President Joe Biden is now a key figure in President Trump's Ukraine scandal. He's trying to condemn Trump's actions without fueling the false claims at the center of the story.
The Pope Opposes Adjectives
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Joshua McElwee of the National Catholic Reporter about advice Pope Francis gave to his communications team this week.
Saturday Sports: Minnesota Twins, Santa Anita Horse Deaths
by Tom Goldman
We have a recap on stories from the week in sports.
Afghans Vote For President
by Jennifer Glasse
Elections are taking place in Afghanistan Saturday. The country's president, Ashraf Ghani, is running against the government's chief executive, Abdullah Abdullah.
Where Russia Fits In With Trump-Ukraine Affair
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Julia Davis of the Atlantic Council about Russia's connection to the Ukraine controversy.
Jeannie Gaffigan On Surviving A Brain Tumor In 'When Life Gives You Pears'
Jeannie Gaffigan tells NPR's Scott Simon about her brain tumor, her recovery from its removal, and why she's grateful for the experience. She writes about it in the book, When Life Gives You Pears.