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The Lead with Jake Tapper

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.

One-on-one With New British Prime Minster The Lead with Jake Tapper
Jake sits down with the brand new United Kingdom Prime Minster Keir Starmer to discuss the future of NATO, thoughts on the United States presidential election, and much more. Plus, right now, Democratic money is freezing up on President Biden.
Jul 13, 2024
Biden To Hold Critical Solo News Conference The Lead with Jake Tapper
President Biden is expected at perhaps the most consequential news conference of his presidency tonight ahead of an avalanche of questions concerning the future of his campaign and if he’s fit for office. One of the latest House Democrats calling on Biden to drop out of the race joins to discuss. Plus, White House Advisor John Kirby speaks with Jake to answer what else Biden can achieve on the world stage while president.
Jul 12, 2024
Biden Campaign To Brief Senate Dems At Special Meeting Tomorrow The Lead with Jake Tapper
Hollywood heavyweight and major Democratic fundraiser, George Clooney says he loves Joe Biden but the Democratic Party needs a new nominee. We look at who else is calling for Biden to step aside in the 2024 race. Plus, fraudulent electors from 2020 are set to have real jobs as delegates at next week’s GOP national convention.
Jul 11, 2024
Democratic Lawmakers Appear Divided Over Biden The Lead with Jake Tapper
Democratic Senators hash it out behind closed doors to determine what their response will be to growing concerns over Biden’s presidential bid. With President Biden’s big NATO speech just minutes away, we look at what his message might be and what it might need to be. Also, Donald Trump returns to the campaign trail, pushing a watered down platform.
Jul 10, 2024
Defiant Biden Insists He’s Committed To Staying In Race The Lead with Jake Tapper
A shouting match erupted inside the White House briefing room today as the press secretary faced blistering questions over President Biden’s health. This as Biden hits back at critics in a letter to congressional Democrats. Plus, from the Texas coast to major cities, Hurricane Beryl roars ashore and now millions are without power.
Jul 9, 2024
Biden: “I Am Running And Going To Win Again” The Lead with Jake Tapper
President Biden rallies supporters in a key battleground state promising he is in this race for the long haul. Is that enough to calm the growing number of Democrats who want Biden off the ticket? Plus, a conservative plan lays out sweeping plans for a second Trump term. But, Trump now says he doesn’t even like some of it. What’s going on?
Jul 6, 2024
Biden Vows To Stay In Race Despite Pressure From Some Dems The Lead with Jake Tapper
As concerns over Biden’s reelection bid grow, Biden told Democratic governors during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday that part of his plan going forward is to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. so that he can get more sleep, according to several sources. Plus, we take you inside the elections in England, including who looks to be the next UK prime minister.
Jul 4, 2024
Tonight: Biden Meets With Dem Govs Amid Debate Fallout The Lead with Jake Tapper
President Biden speaks at an event at the White House as numerous Democrats officials are expressing panic and many are starting saying out loud that if Biden stays on the ticket, the ticket will lose and bring many Democrats down with it. This as Biden says he is “absolutely not” considering stepping down.
Jul 4, 2024
White House Defends Biden’s Ability To Lead The Lead with Jake Tapper
We break down the details on the first congressional Democrat to speak out on the record that President Biden should drop out of the 2024 race. This as several Democratic governors push for a meeting with the president to discuss the 2024 election. Plus, the sentencing for Donald Trump in the New York hush money cover up case has now been delayed by months.
Jul 3, 2024
US Supreme Court: Trump Entitled To Some Immunity In Jan. 6 Case The Lead with Jake Tapper
In a huge decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump has limited immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts he took as president including possibly some efforts he took to overturn the election. We break down what this means for pending cases against the former president. Plus, Democrats in Washington D.C. and across the country are panicking over whether they can continue with Biden as the nominee.
Jul 2, 2024
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