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Andrea Bernstein, Takeaway political correspondent, joins the show to help suss out the Obama administration’s motives. She’s following this story at Transportation Nation.

Takeaway correspondent Andrea Bernstein joins us to discuss the significance of the latest developments on the nation and the President’s agenda.

The Obama administration has filed suit in federal court, challenging the constitutionality of Arizona’s tough, controversial new immigration law. Todd Zwillich discusses reactions from all over the political spectrum.

Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed a new law mandating that all rape kits be sent to the Illinois State Police laboratory or an approved lab within 10 business days of acquiring the evidence. We talk about testing practices in Illinois and other states.

Tonight, President Barack Obama will deliver his first prime time address from the Oval Office. It’s an important part of the modern president’s conversation with the American people, and often marks a significant statement of policy.