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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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Trump’s GOP Purge Continues as Paxton Ousts Sen. Cornyn
May 2801:29:55Tap to summarizeA slew of ads and attacks from the Republican establishment over the past year and a half against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are all gone now that Paxton is the GOP pick to face Democrat James Talarico in one of the most contested fights for the Senate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump Backing Paxton Over Sen. Cornyn Tests His Grip on GOP
May 2701:29:59Tap to summarizeWill a Trump-backed candidate unseat Republican Senator John Cornyn in Texas? We go live to Texas as the voters decide. Plus, Iran warns of retaliation after US strikes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →U.S. Iran Work to Resolve Disputes on Nuclear Issues & Sanctions
May 2501:29:19Tap to summarizeSources say the White House is optimistic about a deal to end the war with Iran despite disputes about the country’s nuclear program. Plus, John Cornyn and Ken Paxton battle for the Texas Senate nomination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump and Republicans Clash Over “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
May 2301:29:38Tap to summarizeThe president is at odds with growing pushback even from Republicans over his fund to compensate those who feel wronged by the federal government. Plus, Tulsi Gabbard is stepping down from her post as director of national intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →First Anti-Weaponization Fund Applicant Speaks to CNN
May 2201:29:51Tap to summarizeFrom legitimate cases of grievance, to January 6 rioters, to election deniers, to even a television network. Many come forward claiming they were wronged by the federal government and they want in on Trump’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Sen. Cassidy Bucks Trump on Iran, Ballroom after Primary Defeat
May 2101:29:20Tap to summarizeThe United States announces new charges against Raúl Castro, brother of Fidel Castro. He is charged for his role in the 1996 killing of three Americans in planes over international waters. Plus, a new lawsuit from two police officers who defended the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →First Claim Filed to “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
May 2001:30:53Tap to summarizePresident Trump, his family, and his businesses are now all protected under new terms added in a settlement with the Treasury Department, the Justice Department, and the IRS. A look at the settlement that creates a fund to compensate people the Trump administration feels were unfairly targeted by past administrations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Police: Three Adults Killed in San Diego Mosque Shooting
May 1901:27:08Tap to summarizeAuthorities in San Diego provide updates on a deadly shooting at the largest mosque in San Diego. This as a source tells CNN a security guard was among the three victims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Trump Won’t Commit to Taiwan Arms Sale
May 1601:30:51Tap to summarizePresident Trump reveals his thoughts on the Reagan-era commitment to Taiwan making it sound less like an ironclad promise and more like ancient history. A look at Trump’s recent talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as he heads back to DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Xi Hails New Era in U.S.-China Relations But Warns Trump on Taiwan
May 1501:31:08Tap to summarizeXi Jinping makes clear that the United States will pay a price for any interference in Taiwan. Hear what President Trump said ahead of his final meeting at the U.S.-China summit. Plus a CNN exclusive, a top ethics attorney told acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, Trump’s former private attorney, to recuse himself from legal cases that involve the president. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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