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The Lead with Jake Tapper

200 Episodes

83 minutes | Jun 29, 2022
Jan 6 committee hints at evidence of witness tampering by Trump world
MAGA media, Rudy Giuliani, and even former President Trump all trying to discredit star witness testimony that may actually reveal crimes committed in the days leading up to and on January 6th. Also, more undocumented migrant deaths linked to a tractor trailer abandoned in the hot Texas sun. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
73 minutes | Jun 28, 2022
Ex-WH aide provides first-hand account of Trump’s actions on Jan 6
Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson gave her testimony to the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill insurrection today where she said Trump and his chief of staff were warned about violence. Hutchinson recounted a secondhand incident where Trump reached for steering wheel to turn and head to the Capitol. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
40 minutes | Jun 27, 2022
Roe ruling unleashes fierce battle over abortion in America
In the streets, court rooms, and legislative chambers nationwide, new actions occur as abortion rights wade into a new post Roe era. Actions include peaceful demonstrations to scuffles to vandals also trying to inflame the debate. Plus, a CNN exclusive one-on-one with Vice President Kamala Harris about her take on such a pivotal decision which divides the nation. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
85 minutes | Jun 24, 2022
Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
In perhaps the most consequential Supreme Court decision in decades, Roe v. Wade, the landmark case that federally protected abortion, has been overturned. CNN is live as crowds swell outside the Supreme Court. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
2 minutes | Jun 23, 2022
Update for June 23, 2022
There is no new episode of The Lead showcast. If you haven’t already, please check out CNN’s other podcasts and showcasts at cnn.com/audio. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
83 minutes | Jun 22, 2022
Biden calls on Congress to approve 3-month gas tax holiday
D.C.’s new big debate is whether you should get 18 cents off a gallon of gas. President Biden calls on Congress to suspend the federal gas tax, a proposal his former boss, President Obama, once called a gimmick. Plus, key Republicans publicly defend their support for a bipartisan gun bill. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
86 minutes | Jun 21, 2022
Jan 6 committee: Trump WH counsel should testify
Today, revelation after revelation from the House select committee investigating the January 6th insurrection. The Arizona House Speaker, the Georgia Secretary of State, his top deputy, all conservative, all giving new insights into the multi-layered Trump intimidation campaign to subvert the 2020 election. Rep. Adam Schiff from the January 6th committee joins to provide further insight into the fourth hearing. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
82 minutes | Jun 20, 2022
Jan. 6 committee Republican: “there’s violence in the future”
The January 6th select committee says a scheme to overthrow democracy went well beyond rioters at the Capitol. The committee plans to show how Donald Trump was allegedly involved in a fraudulent electors scheme after he lost the election. Plus, airlines cancel more than 5,000 flights over the weekend and warn of more cuts on the way.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
82 minutes | Jun 17, 2022
Jan. 6 committee asks wife of Justice Clarence Thomas to testify
New scrutiny over the emails between a Trump lawyer pushing the election lies and Ginni Thomas, the wife of the Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Plus, a new reminder today of just how blood thirsty some members of that MAGA mob were. Then, police say a 70-year-old man opened fire at an Alabama church group’s meeting. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
74 minutes | Jun 16, 2022
Today’s 1/6 hearing focused on Trump’s attempts to pressure Pence
The House select committee investigating the Capitol insurrection on Thursday detailed how former President Donald Trump tried to pressure his vice president to join in his scheme to overturn the presidential election. Two witnesses testified at Thursday's hearing who advised Pence that he did not have the authority to subvert the election. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
82 minutes | Jun 15, 2022
Biden targets oil giants: your high profit margins are “not acceptable”
President Biden is telling gas and oil companies to cut the soaring profits or else. This as the Federal Reserve announces a historic rate hike which will cause Americans to pay more for houses, cars, and credit card bills. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
82 minutes | Jun 14, 2022
Federal Reserve weighs largest interest rate hike since 1994
The Federal Reserve is set to put in place the latest interest rate hike in decades. Now, some economists say this is a good thing, but American families struggling to get by may not agree. Then, the same kind of technology used for the best Covid-19 vaccines, mRNA, is showing promise in treating other conditions, including some cancers. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
83 minutes | Jun 13, 2022
Jan 6 Hearing Outlines GOP Efforts To Shut Down Trump Fraud Claims
The January 6th select committee lays out evidence that Donald Trump knew what he was saying about the election was a lie, but he kept going anyway. Testimony from the hearing includes Trump’s attorney general, campaign manager, and Trump’s own daughter. Then, Vladimir Putin admits the real reason he invaded Ukraine with a new propaganda message. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
39 minutes | Jun 10, 2022
Rep. Cheney: Trump Had A “Seven-Part Plan” To Overturn The Election
Turbulence continues on Wall Street as inflation hits a new 40-year high. President Biden paused from a regional summit to address what his team views as the most pressing issue: high prices. Plus, the seven-part plan the January 6th committee says Donald Trump had to overthrow the government. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
82 minutes | Jun 9, 2022
Jan. 6 Committee To Reveal New Evidence In Prime-Time Hearing
More than year after we all saw the deadly Capitol riot playing out in real time, we are learning how individuals and groups plotted and schemed for months to overturn the will of voters and keep Donald Trump in power. Plus, the ramped up security plans after the FBI says an armed left-wing would-be assassin wanted to kill a Supreme Court justice. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
81 minutes | Jun 8, 2022
Senate Negotiators Brief Colleagues On Gun Reform Deal Progress
Grieving parents, a distraught doctor, even a fourth grade survivor provide gripping testimony today on Capitol Hill after the Uvalde mass shooting changed and destroyed lives. We examine what they want versus what lawmakers are willing to do. Jake speaks with key gun reform GOP negotiator Senator Pat Toomey. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
78 minutes | Jun 7, 2022
Sen. Cornyn: Lawmakers Starting To Draft Text Of Gun Package
A key Senator pivotal to gun negotiations is spotted at the White House. Sen. Jacky Rosen joins to share her perspective on whether gun legislation can reduce mass shootings in America. Plus, more workers are facing difficult return to the office ultimatums. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
81 minutes | Jun 6, 2022
U.S. Reeling After 10 More Mass Shootings In Deadly Weekend
After a horribly bloody weekend in America with mass shootings at a popular night spot and another at a graduation party, are our elected leaders doing anything to try to stop gun violence? Plus, the credibility of the leader of a major U.S. ally is called into question as Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s political fate comes down to a secret vote. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
81 minutes | Jun 3, 2022
NYT: Pence Aide Warned Secret Service Of Security Risk Before Jan 6
A top Pence aide was reportedly so worried about Trump’s fury with Pence for refusing to overturn Democracy, he warned Secret Service before January 6th. This as another top Trump White House aide is indicted, arrested, and brought to court. Plus, President Biden tries to celebrate a strong jobs report while his attention is otherwise consumed with inflation, gas prices, gun massacres and more. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
79 minutes | Jun 2, 2022
Police: Two Doctors, Receptionist, Patient Killed In Tulsa Attack
233 mass shootings in the United States already this year and it is only June 2nd. In Oklahoma, four people have been killed by a gunman targeting his doctor and anyone who got in his way. Rep. Mondaire Jones speaks with Jake about attempts to advance gun restrictions in congress. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
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