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The Lead with Jake Tapper

The Lead with Jake Tapper

By: CNN Podcasts
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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 Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Trump Confirms Call with Putin

    Trump Confirms Call with Putin
    Apr 30 2026
    A defiant Jerome Powell vows to stay as a Federal Reserve board member once his term as chairman ends next month. Plus, the decision from the Supreme Court that critics say chips away at the landmark 1965 Voting Rights Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Arrest Warrant Issued for Former FBI Director James Comey

    Arrest Warrant Issued for Former FBI Director James Comey
    Apr 29 2026
    For the second time in world history, a British monarch, King Charles III, went to Capitol Hill and addressed Congress. Topics ranged from climate change to NATO to the United Nations. Plus, former FBI Director James Comey is indicted for the second time in the past year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • King Charles Begins High-Stakes Diplomatic Visit to U.S.

    King Charles Begins High-Stakes Diplomatic Visit to U.S.
    Apr 28 2026
    Britain's King Charles III met with Trump at the White House amid fraying United States and United Kingdom relations due to the Iran war. We bring you all the latest updates and planned events surrounding the monarch’s four-day state visit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 34 mins
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