The Lead with Jake Tapper
CNN
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.
Location:
Washington, DC
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@theleadcnn
Language:
English
Website:
http://cnn.com/thelead
Episodes
Mangione Pleads Not Guilty To Murder, Terror Charges
12/23/2024
More dramatic scenes in New York as Luigi Mangione is back in court, this time to face state charges. We break down what Mangione’s lawyer is accusing prosecutors of and why she’s going after New York City mayor Eric Adams. Plus, the House Ethics Committee releases its damning report about former Congressman Matt Gaetz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:02
Driver Plows Into Crowd At Christmas Market In Germany
12/20/2024
A tragedy is unfolding now in Germany after driver plowed his car through a crowded Christmas market about 90 miles southwest of Berlin. Plus, sources say the House of Representatives is expected to vote this hour on a series of bills to avoid a government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:24:52
Republicans Say They Have New Plan To Avoid Shutdown
12/19/2024
We are less than 48 hours from a federal shutdown the United States. CNN is learning lawmakers are emerging from House Speaker Johnson’s office saying that there is an agreement between Republicans on a funding plan that could avoid a shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:22
House Ethics Panel Could Soon Release Matt Gaetz Report
12/18/2024
In a surprise reversal and secret vote, the House Ethics Committee decides to release its repot on Matt Gaetz, the original Trump pick for attorney general. What did the committee learn about the allegations of sexual misconduct? Plus, a Trump ally in Congress recommends that Liz Cheney should be criminally prosecuted. Is this the beginning of criminally prosecuting people who opposed Trump? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:28:09
Luigi Mangione Indicted In Murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO
12/17/2024
Luigi Mangione has now been charged with first degree murder in the death of the UnitedHealthcare CEO. Prosecutors released an 11 count indictment. Mangione faces a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:27:16
Police: Teacher & Teenager Killed, Shooter Died
12/16/2024
New details about today’s tragic school shooting in Madison, Wisconsin. A law enforcement source now tells CNN the shooter was a female teenage student at a private K-12 school. Plus, Tulsi Gabbard declines to answer if she regrets meeting with Bashar al-Assad, the former president of Syria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:09:58
U.S. Lawmakers Demand Answers On Drone Activity
12/13/2024
New mysterious drone sightings, first in New Jersey and now beyond. Even a sitting U.S. senator has seen them. What is behind them and why won’t anybody tell us? Plus, a major change of plans in the investigation into the CEO killing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:26:06
NJ Officials & Residents Demand Answers On Drone Sightings
12/12/2024
A slew of questions emerge surrounding mysterious drone sightings. Should Americans be worried? Should the United States military shoot them down? Who is controlling them? Plus, after pardoning his own son, President Biden sets a record by granting clemency for 1,500 people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:38
NYPD: Gun Found On Suspect Matches Shell Casings At Crime Scene
12/11/2024
A positive match, the gun and shell casings, along with fingerprints are among the brand new details from detectives which add layers in the case of a CEO’s murder. The suspected killer’s manifesto also cements a motive. Plus, a padlocked prison cell in Syria is shot open only to discover an inmate alive and CNN cameras were there as it happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:26:40
Judge Denies Bail As Suspect Fights Extradition
12/10/2024
Detectives say they have new evidence that proves the suspected CEO killer is responsible for the murder. Plus, CNN is in Syria, inside the palace of former President Bashar al-Assad. Also, in one single hour a California wildfire tripled in size. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:29
Police: Suspect Had “Ghost Gun”
12/9/2024
A major arrest is made six days into the CEO murder manhunt. A 26-year-old is now in custody, saying in a note according to a source “these parasites had it coming.” Plus, CNN is in Syria with the Assad regime toppled. Who is going to take over leadership in the country now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:27:01
NYPD Believes Suspect In CEO Shooting Left NYC
12/6/2024
The New York Police Department told CNN moments ago that the suspect in the murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare has likely left New York City. They cited video of the suspected shooter entering a Port Authority bus terminal and not leaving the terminal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:26:35
Aftershocks Rattle California As Tsunami Warning Lifted
12/5/2024
In the New York City manhunt, brand new surveillance footage appears to show the man who killed the UnitedHealthcare CEO. Plus, several powerful aftershocks hit the west coast after a major 7.0 earthquake occurs off the coast of California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:16
Police Put Out New Photos Of Suspect Amid NYC Manhunt
12/4/2024
Pete Hegseth is making his last stand on Capitol Hill, hoping to shore up support from lawmakers so he could run the Pentagon as President-elect Trump’s pick. Plus, an active manhunt is underway in New York City as police search for the gunman who shot and killed the CEO of UnitedHealthcare outside a hotel in midtown Manhattan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:26:53
South Korean President Lifts Martial Law Order
12/3/2024
A close American ally declares martial law as protests emerge at South Korea’s parliament. What does this mean for a region already on edge? Plus, the president-elect’s cabinet picks are on Capitol Hill including the latest embattled nominee Pete Hegseth. We share what we’re learning about what Hegseth told senators behind closed doors about his confirmation process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:34
Biden Grants Son “Full And Unconditional Pardon”
12/2/2024
First Lady Jill Biden defends her husband’s decision to pardon his adult son Hunter after insisting for months he would not do so. Was that a boldface lie? We have the latest reaction. Plus, a look at President-elect Trump’s plans to upend the Justice Department as he kicks FBI director Christopher Wray to the curb and replaces him with Kash Patel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:25:46
Mexico’s President Denies Trump Claim She Will Close Border
11/29/2024
New details about bomb threats sent to a number of lawmakers while another Democrat is targeted. There is a common signature on the messages coming one day after the threats to several Trump administration picks. Plus, the Mexican president is disputing Trump and his description of their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:44:08
FBI Investigating Bomb Threats Targeting Trump Picks
11/27/2024
A stunning murder for hire plot targeting a detective. The suspect is a dentist who is already in jail for poisoning his wife. Plus, fears of a target list for the world’s richest man. The names of government employees were shared online by Elon Musk. Could their jobs and safety now be on the line? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:45:00
Biden: Israel, Lebanon Agree To Ceasefire Deal
11/26/2024
President Biden speaks at the White House after the Israeli security cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah in Lebanon. We examine what this could mean for the region and a potential ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza. Plus, President-elect Trump vows new tariffs on his first day in office. Business owners warn the costs will be passed down to consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:46:00
Sources: Trump Lawyers Investigate Top Trump Aide
11/25/2024
Special counsel Jack Smith drops two major cases against Donald Trump. We examine what this means for Trump and Jack Smith. Plus, what sources say about an internal investigation outing a character trying to make money off of his connection to Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:44:54