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The Lead with Jake Tapper

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CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.
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Episodes

House Passes Trump Megabill Despite Concerns Over Medicaid Cuts

After hours of debate and last minute deals, House Republicans pass their massive agenda bill. What did GOP leaders promise holdouts to get this across the finish line? Plus, a report on the intersection between artificial intelligence and reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 04, 20251 hr 25 min

Judge Denies Bail, Cites Combs’ Violence Towards Former Girlfriends

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the music mogul, will remain behind bars until his sentencing, a judge ruled today. This after a jury found Combs not guilty on the three most serious charges against him. The jury did convict Combs on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 03, 20251 hr 29 min

Jury Reaches Partial Verdict In Sean “Diddy” Combs Trial

A partial verdict is reached as jurors are in agreement in four of the five charges against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Both the defense and the prosecution tell the judge they want the jury to continue to deliberate on that charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 02, 20251 hr 31 min

GOP’s Willis: Senate Bill Breaks Trump’s Promise On Medicaid

We are closely following Capitol Hill where Senate Republicans are trying to make various deals in order to get Trump’s domestic policy bill past the finish line. Plus, is there truly a deal to save TikTok in the United States? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 01, 20251 hr 28 min

Supreme Court Limits Ability Of Judges To Stop Trump

In a major win for President Trump, the Supreme Court limits the power of lower courts to block Trump’s agenda. That wasn’t the only controversial decision made by the court today. Plus, Senate Republicans say they will vote on Trump’s massive policy bill in the next 24 hours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 28, 20251 hr 25 min

Trump: “Hope” Congress Can Pass Agenda Bill By July 4

CNN has new reprint on efforts to bring Iran to the negotiating table for nuclear talks. Plus, Republicans are forced to go back to the drawing board, to a degree, on Trump’s agenda bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 27, 20251 hr 25 min

Trump Maintains U.S. Strikes Destroyed Iran Nuclear Program

President Trump continues to insist the United States destroyed Iran’s nuclear sites. Also, President Trump attacks journalists, and singled out CNN, for reporting the news. Plus, Democratic socialist Zohran Mamadani is poised to win the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor. The formal outcome won’t be known until at least July 1, when New York City releases the initial ranked-choice results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 26, 20251 hr 25 min

Trump Lashes Out Against Israel, Iran Amid Fragile Ceasefire

According to an early US intelligence assessment, the United States strikes on Iran did not destroy their nuclear sites. Instead, only setting back their program by months. The White House is strongly pushing back tonight. What does this all mean for the next steps in the region? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 25, 20251 hr 24 min

Missiles Fired From Iran Toward U.S. Base in Qatar Intercepted

President Trump has just weighed in on Truth Social regarding Iran’s attempted retaliation for the U.S. strike on its nuclear facilities this weekend. The Israeli military has issued a new evacuation warning for Tehran. Plus, oil prices have dropped and stocks have risen following Iran’s intercepted strike on a U.S. base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 20251 hr 25 min

Massive Crowds Of Protesters Gathered In Tehran

Talks between European and Iranian officials just wrapped up and Iran says diplomacy could easily be achieved if President Trump tells Israel to stop striking Iran. Plus, Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has been released after spending over three months at a detention center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 20251 hr 24 min

Israel: At Least 271 Hospitalized After Iranian Strikes

After days of keeping the world guessing whether the United States will take military action against Iran, President Trump now says he will decide within the next two weeks. This as the White House claims Iran has never been closer to having a nuclear weapon. CNN has teams on the ground at the White House, in Iran, and in Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 20251 hr 24 min

Trump Says No Decision Yet On Potential Iran Strike

Moments ago President Trump wrapped up his meeting with his top security officials after telling CNN that he has not yet made a final decision on whether or not the US should strike Iran. A top Democrat and top Republican join live to discuss what that military response might look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 20251 hr 26 min

Sources: Trump Considering U.S. Military Action In Iran

The President just wrapped up a meeting with his national security team in the Situation Room as he calls for Iran’s unconditional surrender. This as officials say Trump is warming to the idea of using United States assets to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 18, 20251 hr 25 min

U.S. Attorney: Minnesota Suspect Stalked Victims “Like Prey”

Authorities lay out for the first time just how Saturday’s attacks unfolded in the shootings of two Democratic Minnesota lawmakers. Plus, President Trump is meeting with key allies as the United States moves warships to the Middle East and Israel and Iran launch new strikes. Is there an end to the conflict in sight? The President weighs in on potential negotiations and US involvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 17, 20251 hr 23 min

Iran Retaliates Against Israel With Missile Barrage

Iran has begun retaliating for Israel’s unprecedented strikes on its military leadership and its nuclear weapons program. Iran is now saying Israel is facing a dark night ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 14, 20251 hr 31 min

Sen. Padilla Forcibly Removed From DHS News Conference

An Air India jetliner crashed today, killing at least 290 people on their way to London. Miraculously one passenger did survive. Plus, footage shows Democratic Senator Alex Padilla being forcibly removed from a news conference where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was addressing recent ICE raids and protests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 20251 hr 29 min

Officials Update Arrests, Charges After L.A. Protests

Los Angeles officials give an update about arrests and charges after a fifth day of protests. But, as these demonstrations spread across the country, what comes next? Also, are tensions finally thawing between President Trump and Elon Musk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 20251 hr 30 min

Trump's Immigration Crackdown And CA Protests

A judge has just denied California’s request for an immediate block of Trump’s use of National Guard troops on the streets of Los Angeles. This as we see a fifth day of demonstrations. We are learning just how much of the deployment of the National Guard is going to cost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 20251 hr 27 min

Sources: 700 Marines Being Mobilized In Response To L.A. Protests

First the National Guard, now the United States Marines are on the way to Los Angeles as President Trump defends his deployment, saying local leaders were afraid to confront protesters. Plus, a brand new study on children and screen time. Why researchers say too much watching and scrolling could be a both a cause and a symptom of bad behavior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 20251 hr 24 min

DOJ: Man Mistakenly Deported To El Salvador Has Been Returned To U.S. To Face Charges

The Trump administration has returned Kilmar Abrego Garcia back to the United States from El Salvador where he was not legally allowed to be deported. Abrego Garcia is now facing criminal charges from the Trump administration, having been indicted on two criminal counts including conspiracy to unlawfully transport illegal aliens for financial gain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 07, 20251 hr 23 min

Trump & Musk Feud Escalates With Personal Attacks

Elon Musk and President Trump’s relationship disintegrates in public view of the world as the two go after each other viciously and the fallout is ongoing. Plus, the newly elected chancellor of Germany joins to discus tariffs, trade, and the latest in global affairs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 06, 20251 hr 24 min

Gaza Aid Operation Pauses After Days Of Deadly Shootings

Despite Elon Musk trashing his bill, President Trump is moving on and meeting with Senate Republicans. Can he keep them all together? Plus, what Trump says Putin told him about Ukraine’s two surprise attacks this week and Russia’s clear plans to respond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 05, 20251 hr 24 min

People Shot And Killed At Gaza Aid Site For Third Straight Day

Elon Musk blasts Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” as a disgusting abomination. The White House is responding and the President himself is singling out a senator who is bucking his legislation. Also, one of the New Orleans inmates on the run records a video pleading his case, begging President Trump for help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 04, 20251 hr 23 min

Boulder Suspect Charged With 16 Counts Of Attempted Murder

The suspect in yesterday’s horrific terrorist attack just made his first court appearance. This as we learn more about the 12 people who were injured including a holocaust survivor. Plus, President Trump threatens to impose tariffs on two major American companies. We look at why the White House would go after American companies and how it may affect consumer prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 03, 20251 hr 25 min

Trump Announces 50% Tariffs On Imported Steel

Elon Musk exits the White House on the same day as a damning report on his alleged drug use. Plus, President Trump is in Pennsylvania touting a deal that aims to keep steel jobs in the United States. Also, updates on the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 31, 20251 hr 24 min

Appeals Court Pauses Ruling That Blocked Trump’s Tariffs

Trump’s trade war is back on for now after two prior courts briefly shut it down. The issue is on a fast track to the Supreme Court as the Trump White House attacks the judges who ruled against the President. Plus, a tone of defiance at Harvard University commencement ceremony today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 20251 hr 24 min

Trump Pardons Former Congressman Michael Grimm

Between pardons from prison to government jobs, President Trump extends a pattern of favor to folks who have long pledged their loyalty and today Trump says he is considering yet another favor. Plus, President Trump’s timeline to see if Vladimir Putin is serious about peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 20251 hr 23 min

Two Of 10 New Orleans Escaped Inmates Still At Large

Dramatic new body camera video shows the dramatic capture of wanted inmates who escaped a New Orleans jail. The search is still on for two more from that prison break. Plus, a new manhunt in Arkansas for a former police chief turned felon. How a disguise helped him escape in broad daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 20251 hr 22 min

Zelensky: “America’s Silence” Encourages Putin To Continue War

Scenes of chaos and destruction in Liverpool, England after a man drove a car through a crowd full of people during a football club’s victory parade. The suspect has been arrested. Plus, President Trump heavily criticizes Vladimir Putin, potentially signaling a drastic turn in Trump’s rather friendly relationship with the Russian leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 27, 20251 hr 27 min

Sources: Multiple National Security Council Staffers Put On Administrative Leave

President Trump threatens huge new tariffs on Europe, claiming that negotiations with European Union countries are going nowhere. Plus, this weekend is the official kickoff to the summer travel season and experts are warning it could be chaotic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 20251 hr 23 min
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