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Congress has to vote soon on Iran's deal to limit its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. But it isn't business as usual on Capitol Hill: For starters, a "yes" vote actually means "no."

The city of Dubuque, Iowa, is the latest city to pass a ban on sledding. It affects all but two hills in town. City Council members say they've passed the ban to protect tax payers from lawsuits.

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Bloomberg's Margaret Talev and NPR's Don Gonyea discuss the latest in 2016 politics and Capitol Hill news.

Apple CEO Timothy Cook made a rare appearance on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, testifying after congressional investigators revealed that Apple avoided billions in taxes. The New York Times' Charles Duhigg and guest host Jennifer Ludden talk about the tax code and the digital economy.

NPR's Elizabeth Arnold reports that Republican presidential candidate Bob Dole and running mate Jack Kemp went to Capitol Hill today for what amounted to a pep rally with congresional Republicans, many of whom are discouraged by Dole's lagging numbers in the public opinion polls. Dole told his colleagues that he would win the presidential race and that they should not be discouraged. He said he would try to help other Republican candidates where he could, but would also stay away from some races, if that would help too.

NPR's Brian Naylor reports from Capitol Hill, where President-elect George W. Bush met with congressional leaders of both parties. Bush's visit emphasized his desire to have a good working relationship with Democrats as well as Republicans, and everyone involved said the meeting was successful. But Bush has yet to convince many Republican lawmakers over the need for his $1.3 trillion tax cut. And there is still a lingering resentment among some Democrats who have questioned Bush's "legitimacy."

In an appearance on Capitol Hill, Secretary of State Powell is expected to face questions about the administration's efforts to broaden international support for war preparations against Iraq. Meanwhile, CIA Director Tenet will appear with FBI Director Mueller before a separate congressional panel to testify on international security threats. NPR's David Welna reports.

Momentum builds in Europe for more weapons inspections in Iraq rather than war. China chimes in, supporting a proposal by France, Germany and Russia to give U.N. inspectors the tools to disarm Iraq. And on Capitol Hill, State and Defense Department officials are criticized for alienating U.S. allies. Hear reports from NPR's Nick Spicer and NPR's Michele Kelemen.