

The Lead with Jake Tapper
CNN Podcasts
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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Mar 26, 2024 • 41min
Appeals court trims Trump bond to $173M
An appeals court reduced Trump's bond to $173 million, giving him more time to pay. His hush money trial starts April 15th. Israel cancels visit after US backs UN Gaza ceasefire. Discussions include legal challenges, Trump's criminal trial, election lies, RFK Jr.'s potential campaign, GOP turmoil, ISIS-K and Russia relationship, and Boeing CEO departure.

Mar 23, 2024 • 1h 18min
Russia: 40 killed, 100+ injured in concert hall attack near Moscow
Podcast discusses tragic attack at concert hall in Moscow with 40 killed, 100+ injured. Princess Catherine of Wales diagnosed with cancer, sparking debate on transparency. Intelligence warns of potential ISIS attack in Russia, leading to Moscow terrorist incident.

Mar 22, 2024 • 1h 22min
Dow closes at record high as global markets rally
Topics discussed include the Dow closing at a record high, court filings related to Trump's financial troubles, controversy over a government funding bill, violence in Haiti, humanitarian needs, legal battles with Apple, escaped inmates, potential Trump comeback, Department of Defense assessment, Afghanistan withdrawal fallout, capture of MS 13 gang leader.

Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 20min
Confusion in Texas as border law zigzags through courts
Texas immigration law confusion, Israeli extremists in Gaza, legal battles over SB4 enforcement, March Madness predictions, impeachment testimonies, privacy breach concerns, global happiness rankings, school closures impact on academic performance

Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 23min
Trump says he would have to hold “fire sale” of his properties to post $464M bond
Former President Trump faces challenges raising $464M bond for financial fraud, aides in prison. Sentencing for MS law enforcement officers accused of torturing black men. Royal drama with Princess Kate and manipulated photo of Queen Elizabeth. Efforts to protect fruit crops from weather extremes at J-Moor Farms in Georgia.

Mar 19, 2024 • 1h 23min
C.J. Rice is freed after more than a dozen years in prison
A man named CJ Rice is finally free after spending 12 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. The podcast also covers Putin's win in the Russian elections, violence and chaos in Haiti, and legal struggles faced by Trump. Additionally, there are discussions on school tensions, a volcanic eruption, health updates, and access to birth control.

Mar 16, 2024 • 43min
D.A. Fani Willis can stay on GA elections case after top prosecutor resigns
Legal drama unfolds as top prosecutor resigns in Trump's GA election case, leaving questions on the case's future. Also, discussion on devastating tornadoes in the Midwest.

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 24min
Trump in federal court for critical hearing in docs case
Legal battles involving Trump in federal court, delay in Hush Money trial, arguments on Presidential Records Act, Trump's behavior in court, reflections on loss and empathy from President Biden, SpaceX's Starship test flight, debate over aid to Israel in Congress, focus on reproductive rights in 2024 campaign, seeking accountability for a tragic incident

Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 27min
Georgia judge drops six charges in Trump election subversion case
Six charges have been dismissed in the election subversion case in Fulton County, Georgia. A judge says a lack of detail led to his decision. What does this mean for the rest of Fani Willis's case? Plus, a bill forcing TikTok to cut ties with China passes in the House with huge bipartisan support. But, will it pass in the Senate? And, should the U.S. Senate be in the business of banning companies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 23min
Special counsel defends Biden classified docs investigation
Special counsel Robert Hur could have brought charges against President Biden and today explained on Capitol Hill why he did not. Republicans asked why there weren’t charges despite a report finding Joe Biden knowingly mishandled classified documents. Democrats accused Hurt of playing politics with his report. Plus, why did the Justice Department release a transcript of Biden's interview with Robert Hur just as the special counsel was showing up on Capitol Hill? We break down what the transcript reveals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


