State of the Union

First, in the aftermath of a brutal terrorist attack by Hamas, Israel is now preparing for a ground war in Gaza and making it clear that this is only the beginning. Now the question is how civilians, including Americans, can stay safe amidst the escalating violence. We're joined by US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, who will share his insights on this issue. Then, amidst President Joe Biden's strong support for Israel and his commitment to ensuring they have the resources they need to defend themselves, a divide is emerging within the Republican field over the conflict. How would a Republican approach the situation in the Middle East? We've got an exclusive interview with former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley to explore this. Plus, as US officials promise increased support for Israel, internal strife among House Republicans over the choice of their speaker continues. With Congress facing paralysis, the question looms: will they be able to deliver aid in time? Joining us for discussion is Republican Congressman Dan Crenshaw. Also, what are the potential outcomes of the imminent ground invasion, and what strategies can be employed to secure the release of Americans detained by Hamas? We are joined by Ambassador Michael Herzog and US Senator Marco Rubio to discuss.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discusses the Hamas terror attacks and the need for international support. Key lawmakers react and pledge aid for Israel. Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer, former US Ambassador to Israel Thomas Nides, and former Defense Secretary Mark Esper discuss the attacks and Israel's response. The panel of experts talks about the challenges facing Israel and what to expect in the future.

Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz speaks about his efforts to oust the house speaker, followed by Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Former President Donald Trump's violent rhetoric and his potential GOP nomination are discussed. Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi shares unknown details about the late Senator Dianne Feinstein.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasizes the importance of avoiding a government shutdown and supporting UAW workers. Sen. Dick Durbin discusses Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption charges. Rep. Tim Burchett opposes short-term spending bills. Rep. Josh Gottheimer and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick advocate for a bipartisan spending bill. The panel debates on the spending bill and President Biden's engagement with the US labor movement.

Sen. Bernie Sanders supports UAW's goals for improved pay and benefits while Mike Pence believes CEO salaries should be left to shareholders. The podcast also discusses the government shutdown, Joe Biden's economic agenda, foreign policy challenges, income inequality, and division among House Republicans.

Nikki Haley discusses G20 statement, China as an enemy, and stopping immigration. Blinken declines to speak on Elon Musk's alleged role in preventing a drone attack. Rep. McCaul criticizes G20 and President Biden, calling for more aggression towards China.

First: Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo talks to Dana Bash about US-China economic relations, the Biden administration's economic policy, and the economics of abortion restrictions.Next: Republican Sen. Mike Rounds (R-SD) speaks on Sen. Mitch McConnell's (R-KY) health status, hurricane relief efforts, and how he believes congress might avoid a government shutdown.Then: this week's panel, Kate Bedingfield, Doug Heye, Scott Jennings, and Faiz Shakir, discuss Florida Governor Ron Desantis refusing to meet with President Biden about Hurricane Idalia, Vivek Ramaswamy's (R) election prospects, and recent election polling on Biden and Trump.Later: Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) speaks on being a female Republican congresswoman who supports abortion bans with exceptions, as well as her similarities and differences from her other party members.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy shares his thoughts on a recent attack in Florida investigated as a hate crime. Bernie Sanders warns about Joe Biden's stagnant poll numbers. Martin Luther King Jr.'s family joins to commemorate the March on Washington. Rep. Jamie Raskin discusses what to expect with Donald Trump's legal issues. 2024 Candidate Asa Hutchinson reflects on the Republican debate without Trump. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker offers advice for President Biden.

First, Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaii joins Jake to discuss what she witnessed after touring the wildfire devastation on Maui. Jake asks Sen. Hirono whether the federal response to the Maui fires is enough and gets her reaction to officials saying none of the 80 warning sirens on Maui were ever activated. To wrap-up, Jake asks Hirono if she thinks President Biden should declare a climate emergency.Next, Jake interviews GOP presidential candidate Will Hurd, who reacts to Georgia prosecutors obtaining messages showing Trump’s team was behind a 2021 voting systems breach. Jake then asks Hurd if he thinks he’ll achieve the polling and donor thresholds he needs to qualify for the debate and what his refusal to sign the RNC debate pledge means for the future of his campaign. To close, Jake asks if Hurd supports Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's policy of bussing migrants to Democratic-run cities.After, Jake speaks with Democratic House Oversight Committee member Rep. Dan Goldman about Attorney General Garland's decision to appoint a special counsel in the DOJ’s Hunter Biden probe. Jake asks Goldman if President Biden displayed a lapse of judgement with how he responded to his son's controversial business dealings. Finally, our panel discusses rivals Trump and DeSantis taking their campaign fight to the Iowa State Fair, Trump’s expected announcement on whether he’ll join the first Republican debate, and the political fallout from the Hunter Biden investigation. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Donald Trump lashes out after a 3rd indictment. How will he defend himself? Will he go to trial before the election? Trump's attorney John Lauro speaks.Next: Former Vice President and GOP presidential candidate Mike Pence criticizes Donald Trump and shares his thoughts on the case.Plus: With just 2 weeks left until the GOP debate, other candidates struggle to break through. Chris Christie joins us on the show and talks about his meeting with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices