5 overlooked political stories that are worth your time

There’s plenty of politics covered in a 24-hour news cycle’s time, but not everything gets the attention it deserves. Here are five political stories you may have missed the past week:

1. Why The Freedom Caucus Shouldn’t Worry About Primary Threats From President Trump — 4/2. In a series of tweets, Trump blamed the House Freedom Caucus’ members for blocking the GOP’s ACA repeal and replace bill. – NPR
2. The Roots of the Battle Over Neil Gorsuch: ‘They Started It’ — 3/31. Supreme Court confirmations haven’t always been so partisan. – New York Times
3. Mystery at the center of Russia probe: How to pronounce Nunes — 3/30. House Intelligence Chairman Devin Nunes continues making headlines, but many have trouble pronouncing his last name. – Politico
4. Joe Manchin’s high-wire act: Working with Trump — and criticizing both parties — 4/1. The Democratic Senator is up for reelection in 2018 in a state that overwhelmingly supported Trump. – Washington Post
5. Trump’s Drug Policy Takes Shape, With Split Personality — 3/31. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Attorney General Jeff Sessions are taking different approaches towards shaping drug policy in the Trump era. – Wall Street Journal

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