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.
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May 7, 2026 • 94 mins
Multiple states are now monitoring Americans who may have been exposed to the hantavirus. Plus, the United States confirmed Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. A look at what it means for the ceasefire and negotiations to end the war.
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May 6, 2026 • 90 mins
The FBI raided the office and business belonging to one of the most powerful Democrats in Virginia politics. Plus, paying tribute to CNN founder Ted Turner who died today at the age of 87.
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May 5, 2026 • 90 mins
Secretary of State Marco Rubio was front and center at the White House briefing room today where he underscored a new phase of the war with Iran. This as we are seeing a new power struggle over the Strait of Hormuz.
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May 4, 2026 • 90 mins
A new threat from Trump as the United States shoots down more Iranian boats and Iran attacks the United Arab Emirates. Plus, did taxpayer money help keep sexual harassment cases involving several members of Congress out of public eye?
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May 1, 2026 • 90 mins
The price of US gas climbs to $4.39 and experts expect another spike this weekend. President Trump is “not satisfied” with a new Iranian proposal to end the war. The President also spoke to a crowd of senior citizens in Florida to promote his new “no tax on Social Security” plan. The Attorney General of Alabama pushes the Supreme Court to allow its 2023 congressional map. Former President Biden makes first 2026 endorsement by back...
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April 30, 2026 • 94 mins
Experts explain why the price of gas is on the rise. Plus, the recent United States Supreme Court decision is already upending elections. Louisiana is now putting House races on hold one day after the Supreme Court invalidated the state’s congressional maps.
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April 29, 2026 • 90 mins
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.
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April 28, 2026 • 90 mins
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.
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April 27, 2026 • 93 mins
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.
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April 24, 2026 • 89 mins
A United States delegation is heading to Pakistan. But, will they get to meet face-to-face with a top Iranian official who is already there? Plus, a report alleges more Epstein crimes after Virginia Guiffre tried to sound the alarm.
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April 23, 2026 • 90 mins
President Trump tells the United States Navy to take out any Iranian boats placing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, risking escalating tensions and causing oil prices to rise once again. Plus, a new investigation launched into the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files.
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April 22, 2026 • 89 mins
Iran is seizing ships as more talks are allegedly set for who knows when. Plus, a look at the fight for control of Congress in 2026 as Virginia voters side with Democrats and change the map.
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April 21, 2026 • 89 mins
President Trump is now ordering the US military to hold off on any attacks and to keep up the blockade on Iranian ports. Plus, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve was grilled on Capitol Hill.
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April 20, 2026 • 89 mins
A ceasefire with Iran is about to expire so will we see more strikes? Plus, an apology from United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer tied to the Epstein files as he tries to quiet calls for him to resign.
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April 17, 2026 • 96 mins
Iranian sources dispute Trump’s claims that Iran has agreed to forfeit all of their “nuclear dust” to the United States in the current negotiations. Plus, a federal prosecutor was pulled from the case after he resisted pressure to charge one of Trump’s perceived political enemies.
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April 16, 2026 • 90 mins
President Trump claims the United States has a lot of agreement with Iran. Also, according to police, former Lieutenant Governor of Virginia kills his wife and himself. Plus, nearly one week after splashdown we hear from the four astronauts who went to the far side of the moon and are now back on Earth.
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April 15, 2026 • 90 mins
President Trump’s new threat against the chair of the Federal Reserve. Plus, a second investigation has been launched into former congressman Eric Swalwell. Also, the International Monetary Fund is warning the Iran war could create a global shortage of oil and tip the world into a recession.
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April 14, 2026 • 90 mins
New criticism from President Trump as he takes issue with words from the Pope. Plus, two members of Congress are out of their jobs after getting engulfed in sex-related scandals.
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April 13, 2026 • 93 mins
President Trump’s wild explanation for a fake AI image depicting him as Jesus. Plus, President Trump’s new threat to Iran. Also, Rep. Swalwell announced he plans to resign from Congress following explosive allegations of sexual misconduct against him.
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April 10, 2026 • 83 mins
President Trump’s new warning to Iran just one day ahead of peace talks set to begin tomorrow. Plus, one of the most critical moments of the Artemis II mission is just moments away.
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