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.

16 HR AGO

Shock Waves Over Unexpected Trump Cabinet Picks

President-elect Donald Trump just announced on Truth Social that he is picking Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida to be the new United States attorney general. Gaetz is currently facing a House Committee on Ethics investigation over whether he may have engaged in sexual misconduct, accepted improper gifts, dispensed special privileges and favors to individuals with whom he had a personal relationship, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 28m
1 DAY AGO

Tomorrow: Senate GOP To Pick Leader To Replace McConnell

It has been one week since president-elect Trump’s historic win and his team is announcing new names for his incoming administration. One senator who pulled his name out of consideration for one of the biggest jobs joins to discuss. Plus, another outbreak of antisemitic violence in Amsterdam occurs and now police in France are on guard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
2 DAYS AGO

Sources: Trump To Give Stephen Miller White House Role

Donald Trump’s wants some of his latest picks for his brand new administration to be put in their jobs without congressional approval in recess appointments. Also, a split ticket truth, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is asking why people would vote for her and also Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 26m
5 DAYS AGO

Trump Picks First Woman To Be WH Chief Of Staff

The celebratory calls pour into Mar-a-Lago from leaders around the world, but one president found himself not only on the phone with Donald Trump but also Elon Musk. Plus, federal prosecutors announce charges in a thwarted plot to kill Donald Trump allegedly plotted by Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 22m
6 DAYS AGO

Trump Prepares To Retake Power, Carry Out Campaign Promises

President-elect Donald Trump is putting the pieces in place for his second term and his allies around him float names of who could be in the next Trump administration. Plus, a look at what President Joe Biden told Trump on the phone after the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 37m
7 NOV

Election Day In America: Kamala Harris Delivers Concession Speech

Kamala Harris spoke to supporters at Howard University after conceding the presidential race to Donald Trump. Four states are left to project: Arizona, Maine, Nevada, and Alaska. Michigan was called for Donald Trump giving him a full sweep of the blue wall states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 23m
5 NOV

Election Day In America: Final Hours Of Voting Underway

All across the United States, from Arizona to Pennsylvania, Michigan to Georgia, and battlegrounds in between, the final hours are underway in one of the closest and most consequential presidential races ever. With the time to choose upon us, we bring you all the latest in this historic election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 37m
5 NOV

Harris & Trump Barnstorm Swing States In Final Stretch

We are in the final hours of this historic presidential campaign season. Nearly 79 million voters have already cast their ballots through mail or through early person voting. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are closing out their campaigns with sharply contrasting messages. Our panel of analysts break down what to expect tomorrow on Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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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.