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Sen. Rand Paul launched his 2016 presidential campaign Tuesday with a combative message against both Washington and his fellow Republicans, declaring that "we have come to take our country back."

TV Ads Financed With Secret Money Attack Paul On Day 1 Of Presidential Bid

2:07pm April 09, 2015

by Peter Overby

As Sen. Rand Paul declares for the GOP presidential nomination, a secret money group called the Foundation for a Secure and Prosperous America attacks him as a weak protector in foreign policy.

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More Body Cameras Are On The Way For North Charleston Police

6:23pm April 08, 2015

State Rep. Wendell Gilliard, D-S.C., discusses the fatal shooting of Walter Scott by a police officer in North Charleston, S.C.

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States Review Laws Revoking Licenses For Student Loan Defaults

6:21pm April 08, 2015

by Eric Whitney

Montana could soon dial back laws that allowed defaulters to have their professional and driver's licenses revoked after failing to pay back debt.

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Former President Bill Clinton wants to keep his foundation running, even if his wife becomes president and

4 Things We Learned About What Bill Clinton Is Up To

4:51pm April 08, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

Despite controversies with the Clinton Foundation, Bill Clinton is aiming to keep it going even if his wife, Hillary, becomes president.

Ron Paul doesn't figure to be a major part of his son Rand's presidential campaign â despite Ron's having run in the last two presidential elections.

Like Father, Like Son? Not Exactly When It Comes To Rand And Ron Paul

11:11am April 08, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

Ron Paul laid the groundwork for his son's political rise. But Rand is making it very clear — this is not his father's campaign.

In an interview with NPR's Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep, President Obama said Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is advocating a "foolish approach" to Iran and that he should "bone up on foreign policy."

Obama To Scott Walker: 'Bone Up On Foreign Policy'

11:09am April 08, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

The president weighed in on the 2016 presidential race in an interview with NPR, taking aim at GOP upstart Scott Walker for saying he would revoke any Iran deal on Day 1 of his presidency.

Rand Paul Hopes To Court Young, Libertarian Vote In Presidential Bid

10:45pm April 07, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

NPR's Audie Cornish talks to NPR's Domenico Montanaro about where Rand Paul fits in the Republican field of contenders for president in 2016 and the issues that bolster his appeal to young people.

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Sen. Bob Corker, R-Tenn., chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, will shepherd bills on Congress' reaction to the Iran framework deal struck by President Obama.

How Congress Can Stop A Nuclear Deal With Iran

5:02pm April 07, 2015

by David Welna

As President Obama unveiled a framework of a deal with Iran on its nuclear program, Congress was out of town. Next week, they're back and could prevent sanctions from being lifted.

Sen. Rand Paul Announces 2016 Presidential Run

12:42pm April 07, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

The Republican senator from Kentucky is getting a jump on what is likely to be a crowded GOP field in 2016. Polls show him in a three-way tie for third place for his party's nomination.

NPR's Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep interviews President Obama at the White House on Monday.

Obama Compares Iran Deal To A House Under Contract, Awaiting Appraisal

12:37pm April 07, 2015

by Steve Inskeep

The president tells NPR's Steve Inskeep that the U.S. and other countries have a solid plan to keep Iran's nuclear program under control.

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