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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.2015-2025 CNN Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Senate Rejects Health Care Bills As Obamacare Deadline Looms

    Senate Rejects Health Care Bills As Obamacare Deadline Looms
    Dec 12 2025
    Can a majority in a deeply divided Congress agree on a health care fix before the deadline in less than three weeks when premiums for millions of Americans could go up drastically? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Trump: U.S. Seized Oil Tanker Off Coast Of Venezuela

    Trump: U.S. Seized Oil Tanker Off Coast Of Venezuela
    Dec 11 2025
    Two healthcare votes are set to fail tomorrow as the deadline to save Americans from skyrocketing premiums tics even closer. Is there any hope for a bipartisan deal before the end of the year? Plus, a substantial escalation in the U.S. conflict against Venezuela. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Australia Social Media Ban Takes Effect For Teens Under 16

    Australia Social Media Ban Takes Effect For Teens Under 16
    Dec 10 2025
    Children in Australia are waking up now blocked from their social media accounts after the country passed a world first social media ban for kids under 16-years-old. Could this be the first domino in a global trend? Plus, President Trump is minutes away from a major speech on the economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins
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