The Lead with Jake Tapper

The Lead with Jake Tapper

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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.

Episode List

Trump Falsely Claims Stock Markets Hit New High Today

Jun 24th, 2026 12:35 AM

Artificial intelligence has rattled a nerve, driving a major tech selloff on Wall Street just as President Trump falsely claimed the stock market hit a new high today. Plus, the Senate votes to limit President Trump’s war powers with Iran.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Soon: Rubio Heads to Middle East to Meet with Gulf Allies

Jun 23rd, 2026 12:17 AM

After direct talks with Iran, Vice President JD Vance is heading home and Secretary Rubio will now head to the region. A look at what he hopes to accomplish after conflicting reports about what the vice president got done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel, Hezbollah Renew Ceasefire After Conflict Nearly Derailed U.S.-Iran Talks

Jun 20th, 2026 1:05 AM

The new Air Force One is a luxury jet donated by the government of Qatar and is expected to enter service soon. What CNN is learning about how the military made sure this foreign plane was safe for the president. Plus, it’s the first day on the job for Trump’s controversial pick for acting director of national intelligence.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

White House Defends Iran Agreement Amid Criticism

Jun 19th, 2026 12:32 AM

New CNN reporting about secret proposals between the United States and Iran as the two sides officially begin 60 days of negotiations. These plans go beyond the agreement President Trump officially signed last night.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. Releases Official Text of 14-Point Agreement with Iran

Jun 18th, 2026 12:40 AM

Confusion and frustration on Capitol Hill after President Trump forced his own pick for director of national intelligence to skip his confirmation hearing today. Plus, with Americans struggling under the weight of the highest inflation in three years, today the Federal Reserve decided not cut interest rates.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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