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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.
Federal Immigration Authorities Launch Raids Across The Country
by Richard Gonzales
Federal immigration authorities have launched raids across the country in pursuit of people with felony convictions who are in the country illegally. Advocates say others are being caught up as well.
Some New England Patriots Players Say They Won't Attend White House Ceremony
Several New England Patriots players say they won't attend the White House ceremony to honor their Super Bowl victory. NPR's Scott Simon talks with ESPN.com's Howard Bryant about this ritual.
Crime Reporter Recounts The Emotional Toll Of The Beat
Stomaching murder and violence is part of the job for crime reporters. NPR's Scott Simon talks with the Chicago Tribune's William Lee about the emotional burden of his crime beat.
Protesters In Georgia Crowd Meeting With Congressional Staff
by Johnny Kauffman
A routine event with congressional staff in Georgia turned into a protest against the Trump administration. It's staffers' latest encounter with angry voters, who are demonstrating at public meetings.
Legal Scholar Alan Dershowitz On 9th Circuit Decision
Legal scholar Alan Dershowitz talks with NPR's Scott Simon about the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals' decision not overturn a temporary restraining order on President Trump's travel ban.
Washington Judge Rules To Halt Trump's Immigration Executive Order
A judge in Washington state recently ruled to halt President Donald Trump's executive order on immigration. Washington Governor Jay Inslee talks about the judge's decision.