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The Lead with Jake Tapper
Hosted by CNN Podcasts · EN
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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Tillis “Leaning Yes,” Cornyn Remains “Undecided” on Blanche
3w ago01:31:34Tap to summarizeTwo men audition for permanent top level roles in the Trump administration. Could enough wavering Republicans deny the nominations? Plus, the mayor of Philadelphia accuses the Trump administration of trying to erase history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Source: ICE Pausing Most Traffic Stops After Deadly Shootings
3w ago01:30:00Tap to summarizeNo more traffic stops with ICE for now after agents shot and killed an unarmed man in Houston last week and now another one in Maine this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →ICE-Involved Shooting in Maine Leaves One Man Dead
3w ago01:34:17Tap to summarizeAnother fatal shooting involving ICE agents occurred today in Maine. The shooting comes just days after an ICE agent fatally shot a Mexican immigrant during a traffic stop in Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Is The Trump Administration Telling The Truth About The Latest Deadly ICE Shooting?
4w ago01:30:46Tap to summarizeNew questions about what really happened in the moments before ICE agents killed a Mexican national in Texas, and now local officials are calling for a formal investigation into the death. President Trump is again today declaring the ceasefire with Iran over, but images exclusively obtained by CNN show that Iran may have used the break in fighting to rebuild and fortify some of its nuclear sites. So what does that mean for the war? Plus, a famous actress and comedian and talk show host continuing to draw Donald Trump's ire even after she moved out of the country. And now Rosie O'Donnell is back in the United States and talking with The Lead. All that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Covering Conflict: Strikes, Politics, and the Global Stage
4w ago01:27:02Tap to summarizeTensions escalate as the US-Iran border heats up. Get the latest updates on this volatile situation, featuring exclusive insights and on-ground reporting from the heart of the conflict. Also, the political landscape in Maine is heating up. As Graham Platner exits the race amidst serious allegations, Maine Democrats face a race against time to find a new contender. Dive into the drama and what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →CENTCOM: U.S. Striking Iran at Trump’s Direction
4w ago01:30:16Tap to summarizeThe United States military is again striking Iran as the remains of the ceasefire appear to be crumbling. US Central Command is saying these strikes were at the direction of President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Woman Who Dated Graham Platner Says He Raped Her in 2021
Jul 801:30:36Tap to summarizeTwo women speak with CNN to allege violent experiences with Maine’s Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner. Planter denies the allegations and shows no signs of heeding calls from Democrats to step down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump’s Red Card Phone Call Stirs Political Storm Around World Cup
Jul 701:36:40Tap to summarizePresident Trump gets FIFA to reverse a decision that banned a player from team USA, igniting questions about integrity of the tournament. Plus, new disturbing claims about Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →DC’s Capitol Fourth Concert Expected to Go On Despite Heat Wave
Jul 401:30:34Tap to summarizeCancelled parades, delayed fireworks, and even the Great American State Fair put on hold all because of dangerous heat not letting up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Philadelphia Declares Heat Health Emergency, Shortens July 4 Parade
Jul 301:29:43Tap to summarizeThe Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool vandalism case reaches a new level after an Olympic canoeist is indicted by a grand jury and now faces a felony charge of destruction of property. Plus, thousands are without electricity as temperatures soar into the triple digits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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