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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

Comey Faces Charges Of False Statements & Obstruction

Brand new details on the actual evidence that led the Justice Department to seek an indictment against former FBI director James Comey. We also look at the pressure being put on the Biden-appointed judge overseeing this case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 20251 hr 24 min

Oversight Committee Obtains Epstein Flight Logs, Messages & More

It turns out former FBI Director James Comey may not be the only Trump opponent who may face charges this week. Plus, brand new Epstein documents have been handed over to Congress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 26, 20251 hr 29 min

Sources: Trump Admin Close To Deciding On Charging James Comey

Former FBI director James Comey, a Trump political foe, will possibly face an indictment under Trump’s Department of Justice. We examine how soon those charges could come and what they may be. Plus, new details on the deadly shooting today at a Dallas immigration facility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 20251 hr 24 min

Trump Shifts On Peace Deal, Urges Ukraine To “Fight And Win”

President Trump just flipped the script on Russia’s war in Ukraine now saying Ukraine can win. Plus, a look at the response after President Trump ripped into world leaders at the United Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 20251 hr 25 min

Experts Push Back At Trump Admin Over Autism & Tylenol Link

Stunning new language from the White House that links children and autism to Tylenol when used by pregnant women. Plus, President Trump’s message to his attorney general suggesting that she take action against his political opponents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 23, 20251 hr 22 min

Trump Attacks Free Speech As CEOs Try To Cash In

Trump indicated he is interested in ridding from the airwaves criticism, mockery, speech and speakers he doesn’t care for. He is no longer only targeting comedians he doesn’t like, now he is targeting network newscasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 20251 hr 14 min

FCC Chair Credits Local TV Stations For Kimmel Suspension

Did we just get a new veiled threat from the FCC chairmen today? President Trump also weighed in, suggesting that network licenses could be pulled if they air what he views as mostly negative coverage of him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 20251 hr 24 min

Fed Cuts Interest Rates To 4%, Citing “Weakening Job Market”

Rupert Murdoch joins President Trump for his final night in London at a state banquet. Murdoch is facing a $20 billion lawsuit from that same President Trump over an article about Trump and the Epstein scandal. Plus, the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for the first time in months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 20251 hr 35 min

Prosecutor: Suspect’s Mom Says He Became More Left-Leaning

Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin appears in court for the first time as prosecutors are seeking the death penalty. A deluge of new information on the case was released today. Plus, FBI Director Kash Patel was pressed on a range of issues during an oversight hearing before the GOP-controlled Senate Judiciary Committee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 20251 hr 33 min

FBI Director Reveals New Details About Alleged Kirk Shooter

The FBI director reveals new details about evidence in the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Plus, what the Kremlin is saying about the chances of Russia ending its war against Ukraine. Also, the new deal announced to save TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 16, 20251 hr 33 min

Utah Officials Urge Political Restraint After Kirk Killing

A 22-year-old has been captured and charged with the murder of Charlie Kirk. How a dinner conversation, a Discord group chat, and a dad help zero in on his arrest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 20251 hr 23 min

Manhunt Underway For Suspect In Charlie Kirk’s Killing

FBI Director Kash Patel is now headed to Utah to help investigate the assassination of Trump ally Charlie Kirk as the manhunt for the suspect intensifies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 20251 hr 27 min

Trump: Charlie Kirk Is Dead

Trump ally, conservative activist, founder of Turing Point USA, Charlie Kirk, 31, has been shot and killed in an apparent assassination. We bring you the latest details of this breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 20251 hr 51 min

WH: Israeli Strike In Qatar Runs Counter To Trump’s Objectives

President Trump is trying to distance himself from an Israeli strike in Qatar, which Israel claims targeted Hamas leaders. Qatar has been a key mediator in the Gaza ceasefire talks so what does this mean for any hope for a ceasefire deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 10, 20251 hr 24 min

House Cmte. Gets “Birthday Book,” Other Docs From Epstein Estate

The infamous Epstein birthday book is now in the hands of Congress and the page allegedly from President Trump is now public. Plus, the United States Supreme Court is allowing roving immigration patrols to continue in Los Angeles as the Trump administration launches a new operation in Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 09, 20251 hr 24 min

America’s Weak Jobs Report Flashes Warning Signs About The Economy

The Wall Street Journal is reporting RFK Jr.’s plans to announce a link of Tylenol use during pregnancy to children with autism. Plus, the Trump administration's finger pointing begins after the latest jobs report painted a rather bleak picture of the economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 06, 20251 hr 24 min

Kennedy Struggles To Account For His Promise On Vaccine Access

From shouting matches to RFK Jr. lying to senators, a look at key moments from today’s Capitol Hill hearing. Plus, a look at The Smithsonian exhibits that the White House has says they have issues with. Also, sources tell CNN Trump’s DOJ is weighing banning transgender Americans from owning guns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 05, 20251 hr 24 min

Trump Accuses Xi, Putin, Kim Of Conspiring Against U.S.

Jeffrey Epstein trafficking and rape survivors have strong messages as they appear on Capitol Hill detailing what the pedophile did to ruin their lives for a time and why the Justice Department needs to reveal much more. Plus, what Trump is saying about a show of force from other world leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 04, 20251 hr 24 min

Congress Returns To Renewed Fight Over Epstein Files

The Epstein files are back front and center as House Republicans invite survivors of the dead pedophile to Capitol Hill. Plus, when weather is at the extreme, how big cities are trying to make big changes to keep with the growing force of nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 03, 20251 hr 22 min

Sources: Immigration Operation In Chicago Could Start This Week

Officials in Chicago are warning Trump against a major immigration enforcement operation which sources say is set as soon as this week. Plus, is Congress about to get its hands on more Epstein records? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 02, 20251 hr 23 min

Inside The Upheaval At FEMA From Staffer Put On Leave

The nation’s largest pharmacy chains, Walgreens and CVS, are pulling back on who can get a Covid vaccine. A look at how these decisions are a direct result of the turmoil at the CDC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 30, 20251 hr 24 min

Police: 116 Rifle Rounds Recovered In Minneapolis School Shooting

A legal hearing has been set for tomorrow morning over whether Trump can actually fire a Federal Reserve governor for the reason he is citing. Plus, an 11-year-old girl speaks with CNN about surviving the mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 20251 hr 25 min

Police: 2 Children Killed, 14 Children & 3 Adults Hurt In Shooting

The United States flag outside the White House has been lowered to half-staff as the nation mourns two children, ages 8 and 10, who were killed in a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. We bring you the latest details from officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 28, 20251 hr 23 min

Lawyer: Fed Governor To Sue Over Trump’s Attempted Firing

President Trump is being threatened with a lawsuit as he keeps up his feud with the Federal Reserve by pushing to fire a Federal Reserve board governor, accusing her of mortgage fraud. Plus, blocked highways and burning tires in Israel as Israeli protestors call for a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 27, 20251 hr 24 min

House Oversight Committee To Interview Alex Acosta

National Guard troops on DC streets are now armed with rifles as Trump looks to expand his federal police takeover in more US cities. Now some mayors and governors are pushing back. Plus, the former federal prosecutor who arranged the sweetheart deal for Jeffrey Epstein is now scheduled for questioning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 26, 20251 hr 24 min

DOJ Releases Audio, Transcript Of Maxwell Prison Interview

This afternoon, the Justice Department for the first time released information about Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s interview with Ghislaine Maxwell. In the interview she says she doesn’t think Epstein died by suicide. She also downplays President Trump’s involvement with Epstein. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 23, 20251 hr 26 min

Soon: Texas Senate Expected To Pass Trump-Backed Map Favoring GOP

President Trump joined the National Guard and law enforcement at the US Park Police headquarters in a show of support for federal law enforcement. Plus, Russia continues to pound Ukraine, killing even more civilians. Is the peace deal now going up in smoke? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 20251 hr 29 min

Target CEO Stepping Down As Sales Continue To Plunge

A look at why the CEO of the giant retailer Target is stepping down. Plus, former President Obama is endorsing the pending plan by California Democrats to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Also, an update on Hurricane Erin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 21, 20251 hr 24 min

White House Says Putin Agreed To Meet Zelensky

Will Russia and Ukraine come to the table and end more than three years of conflict and will Trump be front and center for discussions? New details are emerging as the White House rules out United States boots on the ground to help secure Ukraine from Russian attacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 20251 hr 24 min

Trump: “We'll Be Involved” In Ensuring Security For Ukraine

A full day of diplomacy is still underway at the White House where President Trump tries to broker a peaceful end to the war in Ukraine. Last hour President Trump paused a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky and European leaders to speak with with Vladimir Putin on the phone. This comes as President Trump appears to waffle at the idea of a ceasefire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 19, 20251 hr 22 min
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