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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August 17 · 1 min
Special Bonus - Introducing: Civilian or Spy
When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abruptly leave his family and his job and head for the border with laptops and cash? Why is there still no official explanation of his death? And maybe most importantly: Was Ilya a spy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 15 · 1 hr 30 min
Wife of U.S. Service Member Aboard USS Lincoln Speaks Out
Luigi Mangione plead guilty to stalking charges in federal court and admitted to shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Plus, new comments from Trump about the impact of the Iran war on your wallet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 14 · 1 hr 30 min
Sailor Went Overboard amid Reports of Poor Ship Conditions
A growing call for answers and remedies for the toll of the Iran war on United States service members. Multiple reports detail worsening mental health and living conditions for the sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 13 · 1 hr 30 min
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Leaving White House
A huge win for the Democratic establishment in Wisconsin as they defeat a democratic socialist candidate in the governor’s race by just a few thousand votes. Plus, the Trump administration is planning to spend up to $20 million on electrical shock gloves for ICE agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 12 · 1 hr 30 min
Darline Graham Fights for Her Brother’s Seat in SC Senate Primary
Voters in six states pick their candidates tonight in races that could help determine the future of the Democratic Party. CNN brings you all the latest from South Carolina, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Connecticut, Vermont and Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 11 · 1 hr 30 min
Executive Order on Childhood Vaccines
President Trump announced major changes to childhood vaccination, including how many immunizations are recommended for a child’s earliest years. Plus, the desperate search for survivors after a devastating earthquake struck the nation of Colombia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 8 · 1 hr 29 min
Sources: Trump’s Top General Looking for a U.S. Off-Ramp from Conflict
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine has privately made clear to other top Trump advisers that the US needs to find an off-ramp from the war with Iran, according to sources. Plus, Todd Blanche could be confirmed for the next attorney general after securing enough Republican support for a Senate confirmation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 7 · 1 hr 28 min
Senate Panel Votes to Hold Fauci in Contempt of Congress
Breaking with norms and straight down party lines, Republicans in the Senate vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt. Plus, foodborne outbreaks spread across the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 6 · 1 hr 30 min
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Democratic Primary
Michigan’s race for United States Senate is now set. Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins the democratic primary and will now face off against former seven term congressman Mike Rogers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 5 · 1 hr 39 min
Rep. Max Miller Under Pressure to Resign Amid Abuse Allegations
Pressure is mounting for Ohio Republican congressman and former White House aide Max Miller to end his congressional reelection bid amid allegations of physical and emotional abuse from his ex-wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 4 · 1 hr 29 min
Blanche Rescinds Anti-Weaponization Fund but Loopholes Remain
A look at what’s really in the deal that has two Republican Senate hold outs ready to sign off on Todd Blanche as attorney general. Plus, is President Trump about to fire Jeanine Pirro as the U.S. attorney for Washington DC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 1 · 1 hr 29 min
Polls Sink; Trump: U.S. in “Golden Age”
The overwhelming surge then reversal at Spains border after tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco crossed into a small Spanish territory then went back. Plus, the Justice Department moved to drop the criminal charges against the former Olympian who was accused of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 31 · 1 hr 29 min
U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.5%; Inflation Stays High in June
CNN has learned that Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis privately met with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche this afternoon as his nomination for the permanent attorney general job hangs in the balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 30 · 1 hr 30 min
CNN Poll: Most Voters Unhappy with Trump on Iran War & Economy
A new CNN poll shows President Trump is under water on inflation, Iran, the economy, and even his job performance. Plus, a CNN special report on what is fueling harassment, intimidation, and attacks on Christians in Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 29 · 1 hr 33 min
Israel Prepares Major Military Operation in West Bank
It’s been five months since the start of Trump’s war with Iran. This as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the White House today. Plus, the Senate votes on President Trump’s pick to lead the US intelligence community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 28 · 1 hr 30 min
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Let Him Curtail Main-in Voting
President Trump today asked the Supreme Court to allow his administration to implement an executive order aimed at curbing mail-in voting. Plus, wildfires spread out of control across multiple countries in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 25 · 1 hr 30 min
Officials Still Probing Cause of Cyclosporiasis in Nine States
Two preventable outbreaks spread and infect thousands of Americans. Measles cases in the United States just reached a 35-year high just as the massive cyclosporiasis outbreak is linked to four more states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 24 · 1 hr 30 min
Trump Admin Announces Tariff on 60 Countries
A brand new tariff rollout happens at the White House after the US Supreme Court kicked their old plan to the curb. Plus, the Iran war widens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 23 · 1 hr 34 min
18 Days in Minnesota: Chaos & Coverups After Renee Good Killing
A CNN exclusive on the Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings, a look into what happened behind the scenes, how lying about violence committed by federal agents became standard, and more. Plus, CNN is tracking Tropical Storm Bertha which made landfall hours ago in Louisiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 49 min
Senate Grills Hegseth & Caine as U.S. Ramps Up Attacks on Iran
A fiery hearing wraps up on Capitol Hill where lawmakers had tough questions for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine as they seek additional funding for the Iran war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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