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CNN Political Briefing

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Join CNN Political Director David Chalian as he guides you through our ever-changing political landscape. Every week, David and a guest take you inside the latest developments with insight and analysis from the key players in politics.

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It’s “Not the Time to Let Up” on Covid

October 14, 2021 20:32 - 6 minutes

President Joe Biden updated the American people on the progress made so far on the pandemic and the work that still needs to be done. CNN Political Director David Chalian makes the point that Covid has been a dominant political issue for over a year. Will Covid help or hurt Dems in two gubernatorial races coming up? It certainly helped another Democratic governor this year… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

CNN Poll: Dems Want To Go Big

October 13, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

A new CNN poll dropped today that revealed some fascinating revelations. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks them down from President Joe Biden’s approval numbers to Americans’ thoughts on how Congress should move forward with the social spending bill. A large majority of Americans actually want to see lawmakers go big with the bill, and that’s not even the most striking stat. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices...

Difficult Decisions Ahead for Dems

October 12, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

With patience running thin, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told her caucus some “difficult decisions” need to be made to pass President Joe Biden's ambitious legislative agenda. CNN Political Director David Chalian details the difficulties Dems face when considering the price and scope for the social spending bill. Should the bill feature more funding for policies geared towards the younger or older generation? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn mor...

Close Race in VA is Telling for 2022

October 11, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

All eyes are on Virginia as a gubernatorial race is heating up between Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains why this race could provide key insight on how the midterm elections will go next year. President Biden won the state by 10 points in 2020, but that doesn't mean a win is a sure thing for McAuliffe.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Jobs Down, Gas Prices Up & Dems are Stuck

October 08, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

Like most days in office, President Biden is facing multiple political challenges at once. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how today’s disappointing jobs report and the spike in gas prices all contribute to an upside down approval rating for the President. Plus, Democrats seem to be at a crossroads for how to move forward with Biden’s two big bills that would advance his economic agenda. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more abou...

New Firsthand Accounts of Trump’s Big Lie

October 07, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

New, behind-the-scenes details have come to light about how former President Donald Trump and his allies attempted to overturn the 2020 presidential election days before January 6th. CNN Political Director David Chalian digs into some of the troubling toplines from the Senate Judiciary Committee report released today. Plus, court documents show Trump allies admitted on the record they did little to vet their public, false claims of election fraud.  To learn more about how CNN protects listene...

Debt Deal in the Works

October 06, 2021 21:18 - 8 minutes

UPDATE: After weeks of gridlock, some Senate Democrats have signaled they'll accept a proposal from Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to increase the debt limit in the short term. But the leaders are still hashing out details. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down how Democrats have been strategizing leading up to this breaking news. Republicans have been stubborn in their positions not to help Democrats raise the debt ceiling, until today… To learn more about how CNN protects listen...

“The Way We Handled Covid was Tragic”

October 05, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

Donald Trump’s ex-press secretary, Stephanie Grisham, recently published a book illustrating her experience working for the former President. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down the details and the story behind Grisham’s resignation after the January 6th insurrection. You’ll also hear from Grisham directly, addressing some key topics like Covid and the state of democracy. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad ch...

America’s Debt has Come Down to Politics

October 04, 2021 20:42 - 7 minutes

The clock is ticking for Congress to raise or suspend the debt limit. Otherwise, the US will default on its debt for the first time in history. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the impact this would have on the country and the political factors at play. President Joe Biden blamed Republicans for being reckless and causing the debt ceiling standoff. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

"Build Back Better" on the Brink

October 01, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

President Joe Biden made his way to Capitol Hill today after neither the $1.2T infrastructure bill, nor the social spending budget bill, passed yesterday. Let the deal-making commence... CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how members of the party in power have been approaching these negotiations. Can Biden bring his agenda back from the brink? What items, if any, would be cut from the “Build Back Better” bill to get every Democrat on board? To learn more about how CNN protects list...

Bipartisan Bill or Bust?

September 30, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

Today is the day a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill is supposed to take place in the House. CNN Political Director David Chalian gives the latest on where things stand. It’s possible the votes aren’t there to pass it, after Progressives heard Sen. Joe Manchin’s top-line number on the social and climate reconciliation bill. The Senate Majority Leader & the President have known what that number's been for a while now... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn....

T-minus 24 Hours…

September 29, 2021 20:33 - 7 minutes

What seems to be certain in Washington today is that lawmakers are addressing funding the government and raising the debt ceiling. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what isn’t so certain–where Democrats stand on passing President Biden’s Build Back Better legislative agenda. You’ll hear mostly from lawmakers today on where things stand on those bills… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Pelosi Pressures the Progressives

September 28, 2021 20:30 - 8 minutes

It’s back to the drawing board for Democrats as they try to find a way forward on four major fronts this week. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks them all down -- from the impending government shutdown to the two infrastructure bills. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi did a total 180 in just 24 hours that the Senate Majority Leader wasn’t even clued in on... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

It’s Do-or-Die for Dems This Week

September 27, 2021 20:32 - 7 minutes

President Biden might say he’s an optimist, but this week is likely to test that. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down why the future of Biden’s economic agenda remains uncertain... as Democrats are yet to reach an agreement on two key bills that are dependent on each other’s passing. At the same time, Congress must pass a bill to fund the government or a shutdown is imminent. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad cho...

Trump is Still Fighting the 2020 Election

September 24, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

Even an entirely rigged and partisan review in Arizona couldn’t change the facts: Joe Biden won the 2020 election. CNN Political Director David Chalian explores why such an effort won’t be the last and examines why Donald Trump’s “Big Lie” is rampant in the Republican party.  Plus, the first subpoenas are handed down to Trump allies from the House committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn m...

Make-or-Break to “Build Back Better”

September 23, 2021 20:31 - 7 minutes

It’s full speed ahead for President Biden and Democrats, as they juggle multiple priorities at once. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the latest on where negotiations stand on passing the $3.5T budget resolution bill as deadlines to pass that and the bipartisan bill are quickly approaching. Plus, the House Speaker reassured Americans that the government will be funded by September 30th... with or without Republicans. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit...

The Humanitarian Crisis at the Border

September 22, 2021 20:32 - 7 minutes

The Biden administration is dealing with the surge of migrants at the border seeking asylum and the horrifying treatment from Border Patrol agents. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses why both Republicans and Democrats are critical of how the administration has handled things so far.  A Trump-era law still in place forces DHS to turn people away in Del Rio, Texas. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Drama Over Debt & Deadlines

September 21, 2021 20:30 - 8 minutes

It’s a classic political battle between Republicans and Democrats on the Hill today, as the deadline to fund the government is looming. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the drama surrounding the must-pass spending bill… and why a government shutdown might be on the horizon. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi must tackle all this as her date to vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill in the House is quickly approaching. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cn...

Biden’s Blowbacks at Home & Abroad

September 20, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

Everyone knows being the President of the United States is probably the hardest job in the world, but this week that fact is pretty evident… CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down all the problems President Biden has to tackle both on the domestic and international fronts. Plus, you’ll hear a preview of what Biden’s expected to say before the UN tomorrow. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Trump is Making People Quit Politics

September 17, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

Ohio Rep. Anthony Gonzalez was considered a rising star in the GOP… but yesterday, he announced his retirement. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how this comes as a direct result of former President Trump and his tight hold on the Republican Party. Plus, law enforcement is bracing for a DC rally this weekend in support of the arrested January 6 insurrectionists.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Biden: It’s Time to Tax the Wealthy

September 16, 2021 20:30 - 5 minutes

President Joe Biden said in a speech at the White House today the time is now to turn the tables on the wealthy for the benefit of the working and middle class. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down Biden’s speech and the goals of his economic agenda. Will Democratic lawmakers rally behind him? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Power of The ‘Big Lie’

September 15, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

As California Gov. Gavin Newsom fends off a recall in a landslide, a new CNN/SSRS poll shows troubling signs about the faith Americans have in democracy and elections. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the poll numbers. How will the US ever have a functioning democracy when Donald Trump has convinced an entire political party not to trust election results? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

California Votes on Governor’s Fate

September 14, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

The day has come… Californians decide if they want to recall Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom today. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the polling and ballot data that shows Newsom could survive the recall. Plus, there will be important lessons from the results of this election… but we can’t forget that California is an overwhelmingly blue state. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Backlash Over Vaccine Mandates

September 13, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

Criticism of President Joe Biden’s new vaccine requirement rules have been pouring in since they were announced last week. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks it down, as well as new CNN polling on how Americans feel about vaccine mandates. As you might’ve guessed, America is still very divided on the issue… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9/11 Through the Lens of 4 Presidents

September 10, 2021 20:30 - 11 minutes

September 11, 2001 is a day the US will never forget. In this special edition of CNN Political Briefing, CNN Political Director David Chalian reflects on how that fateful day 20 years ago changed American politics and the legacies of four Presidents in ways still felt today. Many remember exactly where they were that day–so does the host, which you’ll hear about in this episode. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Biden’s New Covid Game Plan

September 09, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

After a summer of surges, President Joe Biden is sharing what’s next for the US in the fight against COVID. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what the six-prong plan is and the challenges the administration will face for the country to return to normal. Plus, Dr. Anthony Fauci has set the bar high for the COVID end game—Covid case data shows the US has a lot of work to do. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choi...

“Build Back Better” or Bust

September 08, 2021 20:32 - 7 minutes

It’s do or die for President Joe Biden’s legislative agenda this month. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down why these next few weeks are crucial for Biden’s plan. Democratic leadership on Capitol Hill is assuring the $3.5T reconciliation bill will be moving forward at full speed ahead. Yet, there are a few bumps ahead on the road toward a final bill… and one is named Senator Joe Manchin. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about...

Presenting Total Recall: California's Political Circus

September 08, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes

You probably remember that Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected Governor of California. But do you remember how it all happened? The blackouts, the budget and of course, the car tax! CNN’s Chief Political Correspondent, Dana Bash, takes you back to the origins of the 2003 California Recall and talks with Schwarzenegger and the man he beat, Gray Davis to learn why this election became such a circus. If you like what you hear, go to https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/total-recall and follow Total...

Climate Change: Act Now or See “Real Trouble”

September 07, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

President Joe Biden is on a second trip to survey the damage left behind from Ida–this time, in New Jersey and New York. CNN Chief National Affairs Correspondent Jeff Zeleny details what went down on the trip and how it will inform the President’s legislative agenda. Biden wants climate-resilient infrastructure passed in the $3.5T budget, but will a member of his own party throw a wrench in that plan? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more abou...

Biden’s Rough End to a Rough Month

September 03, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

Labor Day weekend is here and so are a bunch of problems for President Joe Biden to tackle. CNN Political Director David Chalian details how tough August was for Biden... with the economy, COVID pandemic, Hurricane Ida and withdrawal from Afghanistan. Recent poll numbers show it’ll take some work for the president to bounce back, work Biden says will require Congress to pass his economic agenda. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your...

Biden Vows to Protect Abortion Rights

September 02, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

The Supreme Court refused to block a controversial law passed in Texas this week banning abortions after a heartbeat is detected. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the law itself, what SCOTUS’ ruling could mean for Roe v. Wade, and Biden’s response to the law.  Plus, even though a majority of the country supports abortion rights, polling shows Texans are closely divided.. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choic...

CA Recall: Newsom or Newcomer?

September 01, 2021 20:31 - 7 minutes

The California recall election is just two weeks away and will decide if Gov. Gavin Newsom gets to keep his job or get the boot. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how a majority democratic state is suddenly at risk of having a Republican governor. Plus, CNN’s Joe Johns sat down with the top GOP candidate vying for Newsom’s job. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“It Was Time to End This War”

August 31, 2021 21:02 - 8 minutes

President Joe Biden addressed the nation today to discuss the end of the 20-year war with Afghanistan. CNN Political Director David Chalian provides timely (and historical) context to Biden’s speech and what led to his decision to leave, but you’ll also hear from the President himself. The US war in Afghanistan may be over, but questions and consequences still remain… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Three Crises, One President...

August 30, 2021 20:35 - 8 minutes

August ends tomorrow and this month has proven to be one of the most chaotic since President Joe Biden took office. CNN Political Director David Chalian analyzes three major crises the Biden administration is tackling–Tropical Storm Ida, the Afghanistan exit, and the pandemic. WH Press Secretary Jen Psaki said that a government is meant to tackle crises, but some Dems aren’t pleased with how Biden has handled some issues so far… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn...

The Terror Attack Aftermath

August 27, 2021 20:35 - 7 minutes

The Afghanistan withdrawal is in a whole new context now, after a terror attack Thursday killed 13 US service members and left hundreds injured. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down that context—you’ll hear where the mission stands, what the risks are, and how President Joe Biden is handling it all. Plus, the absurd calls for Biden’s resignation from some GOP lawmakers were classless. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about you...

A Deadly Day in Afghanistan

August 26, 2021 20:58 - 6 minutes

Terrorist explosions outside of Kabul’s airport on Thursday killed 12 US service members and injured multiple more, as hundreds remain in the country awaiting evacuations. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes details the latest developments since the explosion occurred. The circumstances have changed since President Biden announced the August 31 deadline... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Six Days Until Biden Deadline

August 25, 2021 20:47 - 6 minutes

There are now only six days left until President Biden’s deadline that U.S. troops must be out of Afghanistan–the Taliban is demanding this too. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the new information we have about evacuations, including how many Americans are still in the country and the progress of the mission. Plus, two congressmen took it upon themselves to visit Afghanistan to assess the crisis firsthand. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/p...

Family Feud Over Infrastructure

August 24, 2021 20:31 - 5 minutes

Democrats’ $3.5T budget resolution just passed through the House with the bipartisan infrastructure bill on deck–but it was no easy feat and there’s a long road ahead. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses how the division between Democrats nearly derailed this key part of Biden’s agenda from passing. This is just the beginning of legislative headaches for Speaker Nancy Pelosi… To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choic...

Inflection Point in Biden’s Presidency

August 23, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

Between the Covid crisis and the US’ chaotic exit from Afghanistan, President Joe Biden has had a rough few weeks and the Democratic party is starting to get nervous. CNN Political Director David Chalian shares the good news and the bad news that Biden has for Americans on both issues. Plus, new polling shows Biden’s got his work cut out for him... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“We Will Get You Home”

August 20, 2021 20:37 - 7 minutes

Afghanistan is front and center for the White House–President Joe Biden addressed the nation today for the third time this week. CNN Political Director David Chalian discusses how Biden attempted to provide some clarity on how the chaotic evacuation efforts are going. Plus, you’ll hear from CNN’s Clarissa Ward with heartbreaking details on the dire situation at the Kabul airport. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Federal Fumbles in Afghanistan

August 19, 2021 20:37 - 6 minutes

President Joe Biden is under intense scrutiny for how his administration is handling the US’ chaotic exit from Afghanistan. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what’s of concern and why stories from his administration are different from the accounts on the ground. Despite the confusion and chaos over how the withdrawal is playing out, Biden tells ABC there was no way to avoid it… cue the criticism! To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn...

Biden Boosts the Booster Shot

August 18, 2021 21:17 - 6 minutes

For months, President Biden said booster shots weren’t needed for vaccinated individuals – this is no longer true. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the concerning factors behind the White House’s decision to start offering boosters in September. Plus, Biden is under heat for prioritizing booster shots over shipping shots to countries where people still need their first dose.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad cho...

Crisis in Afghanistan: What’s Happening Now?

August 17, 2021 20:29 - 6 minutes

It seems like the U.S. Military has finally regained control of the situation at the Afghanistan airport… but where do things stand now? CNN Political Director David Chalian details the progress on evacuations and explains who’s most likely to get left behind. Although Biden officials aimed to quiet concerns and defend the President today, sources told CNN reporters that there’s more to the story. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about yo...

Biden: “I Do Not Regret My Decision”

August 16, 2021 22:19 - 7 minutes

The Taliban took control of Afghanistan and the Commander-in-Chief took to the East Room of the White House to address it today–CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the highlights from that speech and the challenges Biden will face ahead. The images coming out of Afghanistan are not what a President wants to have to defend... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Issues Biden Faced This Week

August 13, 2021 20:30 - 7 minutes

August is, historically speaking, a slow month for DC and politics in general. But from the looks of it, that’s not the case so far for President Biden… CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down five issues Biden and his administration are facing this week: Afghanistan, Covid-19, immigration, inflation and infrastructure. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Making Sense of Census Data

August 12, 2021 20:31 - 6 minutes

The Census Bureau released its once-in-a-decade data today that will impact elections for years to come. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down the toplines–what they’ll mean for both parties for 2022 and beyond. With the thin majority in the House, the stakes are high. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Legislative Wins for Biden

August 11, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

President Joe Biden spoke at the White House today about his two legislative wins this week for his “Build Back Better” plan–the bipartisan infrastructure bill & the $3.5T budget resolution. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down both the infrastructure bill and budget blueprint, plus what comes next for each. With Congress out for most of the summer, will this legislative momentum fade? To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more abo...

Cuomo Resigns Following Damning Report

August 10, 2021 20:36 - 6 minutes

Last week, a New York state investigation found Gov. Andrew Cuomo "sexually harassed multiple women and violated state law." Today, he resigned effective in 14 days. CNN Chief National Correspondent Jeff Zeleny breaks down the social and political factors that played into Cuomo’s resignation. Plus, resigning doesn’t necessarily mean Cuomo won’t face further consequences... To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Dems’ Debut: $3.5T Budget Resolution

August 09, 2021 20:35 - 5 minutes

Following the expected passage of a bipartisan infrastructure bill tomorrow, expect things to go back to being partisan… Senate Democrats released their $3.5T budget resolution today that outlines their plans to achieve President Biden’s ambitious agenda. CNN Senior Writer Tami Luhby breaks down what’s proposed in the Budget Committee’s resolution and what comes next. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Biden’s Gut Check: Jobs & Economy

August 06, 2021 20:30 - 6 minutes

President Biden shared some good news and some bad news this morning. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down why today’s jobs report and the bipartisan infrastructure bill looks like a good sign for Biden’s agenda. But there’s an elephant in the room… the Covid-19 Delta variant. Biden’s very cognizant of how Covid and the unvaccinated could throw a major wrench into all this progress.  To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your...