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The Lead with Jake Tapper

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.2015-2026 CNN Daily Politics & Government
Episodes
  • 2,000+ Arrested After Protests Turn Into Deadly Rioting

    2,000+ Arrested After Protests Turn Into Deadly Rioting
    Oct 20 2026
    President Trump is in yet another red state where he is trying to save a Republican seat. Plus, parts of France are under curfew this evening after protests spread into country-wide violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Officials Give Update on Oregon School Shooting

    Officials Give Update on Oregon School Shooting
    Oct 17 2026
    Police in Bend, Oregon provide an update on Thursday’s deadly mass shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. So many questions remain unanswered as the Bend community grapples with such a horrific act of violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • House Dems Ask Kimberly Guilfoyle for Records Related to Alleged Pay-to-Play Scheme

    House Dems Ask Kimberly Guilfoyle for Records Related to Alleged Pay-to-Play Scheme
    Oct 16 2026
    With 19 days until midterm elections, CNN is tracking the key races that could shift control of congress to Democrats. Plus, ranking member of the House Oversight Committee Rep. Robert Garcia joins to discuss potential investigations into Trump and his administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins
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