Can former President Donald Trump and his allies be liable for the Capitol insurrection? CNN Congressional Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the civil lawsuits before the D.C. District court today that could answer that question. You’ll also hear the latest on the House select committee’s investigation into January 6th. Plus, a GOP Senator came out and admitted the 2020 election wasn’t stolen. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ...
Jan 10, 2022•9 min
The idea that the pandemic might never end has been a joke since March 2020, but now that joke seems to be a reality. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how the White House is pivoting strategies from trying to eradicate Covid to learning to live with it. The CDC’s job is to communicate this fast-changing science and guidance, which hasn’t been easy for the agency or clear to Americans. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ...
Jan 07, 2022•9 min
January 6th, 2021 is “a day that is going to live on forever in American history.” That’s what CNN Political Director David Chalian said on this podcast last year. On the first anniversary, there’s no doubt those words ring true. You’ll hear Chalian break down what happened in D.C. today–Democrats looked back on their experiences during the insurrection. Plus, Biden gave a passionate speech where he held the former president accountable for his actions that day. To learn more about how CNN prote...
Jan 06, 2022•13 min
The one-year anniversary of the January 6th insurrection is tomorrow, and the select committee investigating the events from that day says it wants to talk to more key Conservatives. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the committee’s motivations and looks ahead at how D.C. is preparing for tomorrow. President Joe Biden is expected to call his predecessor out for the role he played, while the GOP will mostly lay low. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.c...
Jan 05, 2022•9 min
Senate Democrats are trying to pass voting rights legislation without Republicans by changing the filibuster rules. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the roadblocks ahead for Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to do so. Plus, is there an opportunity for election reform that Democrats and Republicans could both get behind? You'll hear an idea published in the New York Times from a conservative thought leader. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Lear...
Jan 04, 2022•9 min
This week marks the one-year anniversary of the Capitol insurrection on January 6th. The House committee investigating the attack says it has firsthand knowledge from multiple sources about the former President’s actions on that day. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains what we know so far about those firsthand accounts. Plus, some new polling suggests the number of people who think the violence that occurred that day was justified is growing... To learn more about how CNN protects list...
Jan 03, 2022•9 min
2022 starts tomorrow, and so does the start of an election year. In a special episode, CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the political climate of the midterm elections and key races to watch. As Republicans try to take control of the House and the Senate, Democrats will try to hold on to their razor-thin majority. Plus, this election year will test President Joe Biden’s approval among voters and former President Donald Trump’s control over Republicans. To learn more about how CNN ...
Dec 31, 2021•15 min
In President Joe Biden’s inauguration speech almost a year ago, he laid out his goals for the nation. In a special episode, CNN Political Director David Chalian reviews how the President handled the ongoing pandemic, record levels of inflation, legislative obstacles, foreign affairs and the continued attack on democracy during his first year in office. Plus, has Biden helped unite the country and heal the divisiveness in politics... or has the problem only worsened under his administration? To l...
Dec 23, 2021•18 min
While our team takes a quick holiday break, we are excited to share a new podcast with you called “Margins of Error”. A surprising percentage of people today, including CNN resident numbers guy Harry Enten, hate making and receiving phone calls. Our reluctance to dial in, is affecting everything from national polling to workplace relationships to our levels of anxiety. Harry asks why we’re avoiding phone calls and whether we can be coached through our telephone-related nerves. To learn more abou...
Dec 22, 2021•26 min
The US is heading into another Covid Christmas. As circumstances quickly change with the virus, the Biden administration’s plans are also adapting to address the new Omicron variant. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down Biden’s two-pronged message to Americans today on Covid. Plus, former President Donald Trump boasts about his booster shot? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...
Dec 21, 2021•10 min
President Joe Biden just got coal for Christmas... not from Santa, but from West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down how and why Manchin blew up Biden’s Build Back Better. Some Democrats are frustrated while others are trying to push for progress on it in 2022. What will get Build Back Better back on track? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 20, 2021•10 min
With Build Back Better on the backburner for now, Democrats are pushing for progress on voting rights legislation. CNN Congressional Correspondent Ryan Nobles breaks down the stalemate in Congress over two voting rights bills and why Democrats believe they are important to pass. It isn’t the first time this year that the party’s priorities are held up in Congress because of two Democratic Senators... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about yo...
Dec 17, 2021•8 min
The decision of whether to prosecute former Trump administration Chief of Staff Mark Meadows for contempt of Congress is in the hands of the Justice Department now. CNN Congressional Correspondent Ryan Nobles explains where the House select committee’s work stands. Plus, one of the unnamed lawmakers that sent texts to Meadows the day before the January 6th insurrection has now been identified. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad c...
Dec 16, 2021•8 min
President Joe Biden joked last week that he doesn’t pay attention to approval ratings unless they’re in his favor. By that logic, he’s probably not paying attention to the findings from the new CNN/SSRS poll... CNN Political Director shares key findings from the poll and explains why Biden should be worried. A majority of Americans are feeling sour on the economy and think the government is doing far too little to address it. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/p...
Dec 15, 2021•8 min
The House is voting tonight on whether to refer Mark Meadows to the Justice Department for a contempt of congress charge, after the House Jan. 6th committee recommended it last night. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the committee’s findings and what could be in store for Meadows. You’ll hear about some text messages Meadows provided to the committee that reveal many of Trump’s allies knew the insurrection was wrong, but still chose to downplay it for months after. To learn more ...
Dec 14, 2021•9 min
One Senator is still not on board for President Joe Biden’s sweeping economic and climate bill and that’s Joe Manchin of West Virginia. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains what Manchin’s concerns are and why some bad economic news recently has not alleviated them. The two Joes are discussing this on a call today–will there be enough movement from Manchin to pass the bill this calendar year? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about yo...
Dec 13, 2021•9 min
Today President Biden and other lawmakers attended the funeral service of the late Senator and presidential candidate Bob Dole. CNN Political Director David Chalian reflects on how politics has changed since Dole was in office. You’ll hear words the life-long Republican wrote and words he has said that represented his patriotism and love for this country. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Dec 10, 2021•9 min
President Joe Biden hosted the first “Summit for Democracy” today where he highlighted the importance of democracy worldwide. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains examples of how democracy is under threat right here at home. Between the January 6th investigation and Republicans pushing the big lie, the US continues to struggle to restore faith in its democratic institutions. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Dec 09, 2021•9 min
President Joe Biden hit the road today to sell his economic agenda with new branding around his infrastructure law. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down positive economic indicators that the White House hopes will boost the President’s political standing. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says Build Back Better is on track to pass by Christmas. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....
Dec 08, 2021•8 min
The House committee investigating January 6th says they will move forward with a scheduled deposition of Mark Meadows tomorrow after his attorney said he no longer plans to cooperate. CNN Political Director David Chalian summarizes Meadows’ reason for his about-face and the latest with Steve Bannon’s upcoming criminal contempt trial. Plus, the Capitol Police Inspector General says the department still has a lot of work to do almost a year after the insurrection... To learn more about how CNN pro...
Dec 07, 2021•8 min
To punish or not punish Rep. Lauren Boebert? Dem. Rep. Ilhan Omar says she’s "very confident" House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will punish Boebert this week for her racist and anti-muslim comments. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why it’s up to Pelosi to do something about Boebert’s racist comments and not House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy. Will Democrats continue the pattern of holding Republicans accountable for their unacceptable behavior? To learn more about how CNN protects liste...
Dec 06, 2021•9 min
This week democrat Stacey Abrams announced her bid for Georgia Governor, meaning she could face current Gov. Brian Kemp in a long-anticipated rematch next year. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down key questions Abrams answered this week. Plus, former President Trump’s determination to get revenge on Kemp might mean trouble for the governor in the primaries. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
Dec 03, 2021•9 min
As Covid cases rise and concerns over the new variant continue, President Biden outlined his plan to combat the virus in the winter. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains that Biden’s taking a slightly different approach than he did over the summer. He’s no longer touting that the virus is almost behind us and acknowledging how politicized the pandemic’s become. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
Dec 02, 2021•9 min
50 years' worth of fierce pro-life & pro-choice debate made its way to the Supreme Court today as justices heard a Mississippi case that could end Roe v. Wade. CNN Political Director David Chalian recaps the highlights from the oral arguments and explains where the judges might stand on abortion rights. You’ll even hear some of the justices themselves. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
Dec 01, 2021•9 min
Lawmakers have a long to-do list before they can head home for the holidays. CNN Political Director David Chalian summarizes the priorities for the month ahead on Capitol Hill and the obstacles that may arise. From passing Build Back Better to funding the government before Friday’s deadline, Congress’ December sprint is ambitious to say the least. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 30, 2021•8 min
President Joe Biden says the new Omicron coronavirus variant is “a cause for concern, not a cause for panic,” as the US braces for cases. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the political reality Biden is facing brought about by the potential threat of Omicron. Will the way Biden handles it be a factor in upcoming elections... or are Americans too Covid-fatigued to care? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Nov 29, 2021•8 min
Should Roe v. Wade be overruled? Do states have the right to outlaw most abortions? To pack or not to pack the court? These are all questions the justices and legal experts are facing. CNN Legal Analyst Joan Biskupic details the two state laws that are forcing the court to address abortion yet again. The court’s decisions on these cases will certainty drive voters to the polls in 2022 and beyond, one way or the other. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy L...
Nov 24, 2021•13 min
Americans won’t just be discussing how their Thanksgiving meals taste–they’ll also likely discuss how much it cost to make it... CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why President Biden spoke on the economy and inflation today before the holiday. Plus, you’ll hear what the White House plans to do to address the high gas prices. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 23, 2021•8 min
President Joe Biden chose continuity above all else by nominating Jerome Powell to stay as the Chair of the Federal Reserve. CNN Political Director explains the economic and political calculus behind Biden’s decision. Despite the bipartisan support for Powell’s nomination on Capitol Hill, some progressives aren’t happy with it. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 22, 2021•8 min
Some thought the day may never come, but the House finally passed President Biden’s Build Back Better social spending bill this morning. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the reactions from both excited Democrats and bitter Republicans. Democrats may be taking a victory lap now, but it’s going to take some time before Biden’s able to sign it into law... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....
Nov 19, 2021•8 min
