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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.
What The GOP Bill Means For People On Medicaid
NPR's Melissa Block asks Rodney Whitlock, who worked on health policy in the Senate and is now a lobbyist, for hospitals about what the GOP plan could mean for those who rely on Medicaid.
Health Insurers Anxious Over Uncertainty Of What Comes Next
by Alex Smith
Proposed changes to the Affordable Care Act mean an uncertain future for insurance companies on the exchange. While some areas are struggling, others are seeing insurers come into their markets.
What's In The GOP Health Care Bill
Melissa Block talks with health policy reporter Noam Levey of the Los Angeles Times about the health care bill Senate Republicans released this week, and what it means for Americans' access to care.
Drone Company Leaders Meet With Trump To Ask For More Clarity On Rules
This week, U.S. drone companies met with President Trump to discuss industry regulations. NPR's Melissa Block talks with April Glaser of Recode about how these companies actually want more regulation.
Country's Mayors Gather In Miami To Advocate For Cities
by Greg Allen
Just weeks after the backlash to pulling out of the Paris climate deal, U.S. mayors gathered in Miami are putting climate change at the top of their agenda.
Evaluating Afghanistan As More Troops Expected
NPR's Melissa Block speaks with retired Gen. David Barno about the prospect of additional U.S. troops being sent to Afghanistan as Taliban and ISIS attacks continue.
Must-See Congressional Hearings Go Back Decades
by Ron Elving
Nearly 20 million people tuned in to watch former FBI Director James Comey testify before the Senate earlier this month. But other episodes in history have been just as dramatic.
Trump Administration Moves To Limit Congressional Oversight Of Agencies
by Peter Overby
Members of Congress are upset by the White House instructing federal agencies to ignore requests from lawmakers seeking oversight information.
Week In Politics: Cuba, DACA And Tweets
by Domenico Montanaro
This week President Trump rolled back openings with Cuba and said some protections for immigrants in the country illegally will remain. He also lashed out on Twitter about the Russia investigation.