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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
  • First Anti-Weaponization Fund Applicant Speaks to CNN

    First Anti-Weaponization Fund Applicant Speaks to CNN
    May 22 2026
    From 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
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Sen. Cassidy Bucks Trump on Iran, Ballroom after Primary Defeat

    Sen. Cassidy Bucks Trump on Iran, Ballroom after Primary Defeat
    May 21 2026
    The 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
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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • First Claim Filed to “Anti-Weaponization” Fund

    First Claim Filed to “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
    May 20 2026
    President 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
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    1 hr and 31 mins
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