Inside Politics
327 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 105 ratingsJohn King and his panel of well-sourced reporters bring you their latest scoops on the most important political stories of the day. A reporter with three decades of experience covering the White House, Congress and the campaign trail, King has interviewed presidents, politicians and voters. He explains what political stories matter, and why they matter to you.
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Friday, October 5, 2019: Trump Insists No Quid Pro Quo Despite Texts Suggesting Otherwise
October 07, 2019 12:15 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBPresident Trump dismisses damning text messages from diplomats suggesting a clear Ukraine quid pro quo, as Democrats keep pushing toward impeachment. Unemployment dipped to a 50-year-low of 3.5 percent and the economy added 136,000 new jobs in September, but there are some flashing lights when you look closer at manufacturing and other sectors bruised by the President's trade wars. And CNN confirms that in a call with China's President Xi, Mr. Trump promised to stay quiet about the Hong Kon...
Sunday, October 6, 2019: The Deepening Impeachment Inquiry
October 06, 2019 13:52 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBPresident Trump unplugged and unrepentant as the impeachment crisis grips his administration Plus, House Democrats subpoena the White House - and hit the vice president with a sweeping request for documents for their impeachment inquiry. And Joe Biden fights back, taking aim at a president he says is "unhinged." Today's Panel: Seung Min Kim and Toluse Olorunnipa with the Washington Post, CNN's Jeff Zeleny, and Julie Hirschfeld Davis with the New York Times. See omnystudio.com/policies/li...
Thursday, October 3, 2019: Trump says Ukraine and China Should Investigate Bidens
October 03, 2019 17:45 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBPresident Trump asks for foreign election help - at the same time a key impeachment witness is being questioned on Capitol Hill about that very thing. The President's anger against Democrats pushing for impeachment is raw and very public. In contrast, the Vice President's team is working frantically - but behind the scenes - to try to shield him from any Ukraine backlash. And Bernie Sanders says he'll be on the debate stage in two weeks, despite undergoing a hear procedure this week. Toda...
Tuesday, October 1, 2019: Pompeo Accuses House Dems of Intimidation, Bullying
October 01, 2019 17:33 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBMike Pompeo today ignoring a question about his big role in the Trump impeachment inquiry. We know now the Secretary of State was on the call when the President asked Ukraine for election dirt. House Democrats want to know if Pompeo helped hide the transcript. Plus, Bill Barr's global whodunit; The Attorney General wants to know if other governments helped in the early days of the Russia investigation. It is legitimate fact finding or another use of government resources to promote wild consp...
Monday, September 30, 2019: Republicans Defend Trump On Ukraine Call
September 30, 2019 17:23 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBA quick start to a big week ahead for the Trump impeachment inquiry -- House Democrats plan to question several key witnesses behind closed doors. Plus, raw anger from the President himself. Tweets lashing out at the White House whistleblower and Democrats leading the inquiry. The President is trying to keep Republicans in line at a moment many are privately nervous about where this is heading. And John Bolton back in the public eye. The former top White House aide paints President Trump as...
Friday, September 27, 2019: Trump Demands Democrat House Intel Chair Schiff Resign
September 30, 2019 12:17 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBA whir of new developments connected to the whistleblower complaint that is now the lynchpin of the Democratic impeachment push. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi refusing today to put a specific timeline on the investigation, but the committee taking the lead told reporters to expect subpoenas for key witnesses and told its members to be ready to work during a planned two week recess. A big question today: Are House Democrats on their own, or will the Republican-led Senate look into the allegatio...
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2019: IMPEACHMENT CLOUD HANGS OVER THE WHITE HOUSE
September 29, 2019 14:47 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBHouse Democrats are fast-tracking their impeachment inquiry - now focused on the Ukraine scandal and President Trump's conversation with that country's leader. Trump says he's the victim of a smear campaign orchestrated by Democrats and the "Deep State." The full Congress is on recess for two weeks, but the House Intelligence Committee plans interviews and hearings using the whistle-blower complaint as a road-map for the inquiry. Today's panel: Jackie Kucinich of The Daily Beast, Time's Molly...
Thursday, September 26, 2019: Acting Intel Chief Testifies about Whistleblower Complaint
September 26, 2019 17:34 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThe Acting Director of National Intelligence Joseph Maguire testifies on Capitol Hill -- hours after the publication of a whistleblower report detailing allegations the President used his office to pursue foreign dirt for the 2020 election. Today's Panel: CNN's Jim Sciutto, Gloria Borger, Dana Bash, Jeffrey Toobin, Asha Rangappa, Shawn Turner, Carrie Cordero, and Evan Perez. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday, September 25, 2019: White House Releases the Transcript
September 25, 2019 19:04 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThe Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee says President Trump "betrayed his oath of office and sacrificed our national security" after the White House releases a rough transcript of his July 25th conversation with the president of Ukraine. We break down all the aftermath with our panel: CNN's Jeff Zeleny and Nia-Malika Henderson, Karoun Demirjian with the Washington Post, and Margaret Talev with Axios. Also on today's show: CNN's Pamela Brown, Evan Perez, Manu Raju, and CNN Legal An...
Tuesday, September 24, 2019: More Than 150 House Democrats Publicly Back Trump Impeachment Inquiry
September 24, 2019 17:30 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBImpeachment momentum builds among House Democrats. Speaker Pelosi leads a big meeting this afternoon -- and several moderates who had been holdouts because of the politics back home say the President's conduct leaves them no choice. Plus, ridiculous is the president's answer to the impeachment drumbeat. But new reporting shows he ordered a hold on military aide to Ukraine just before pushing its president for dirt on Joe Biden. And Elizabeth Warren launches an early state TV ad blitz -- thi...
Monday, September 23, 2019: "Tipping Point" on Impeachment
September 23, 2019 17:44 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBPresident Trump is at the UN where he was greeted by questions about his controversial summer call with the leader of Ukraine. Plus, House Democrats say they're reaching a tipping point on impeachment. President Trump says he's not worried. And new polls show a surge for Elizabeth Warren in Iowa. Today's Panel: CNN's Nia-Malika Henderson, Michael Shear with The New York Times, Rachael Bade with The Washington Post, and Alex Thompson with POLITICO. Also on the Program: CNN's Kaitlan Colli...
Sunday, September 22, 2019: New Poll Shows a Shifting 2020 Race in Iowa
September 22, 2019 14:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBAs 2020 Democrats flock to Iowa, a new CNN poll highlights a surge for Elizabeth Warren - and struggles for many of her competitors. Plus, President Trump asks for foreign election help - pressuring Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden and his family. Democrats cry foul, but Trump says what he did was "totally appropriate." And more troops head to the Middle East, as Washington and Tehran talk tough. Today's panel: the AP's Julie Pace, Michael Bender of the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg's Sah...
Friday, September 20, 2019: Trump Downplays Whistleblower Complaint Ahead of News Conference
September 20, 2019 17:44 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBTrump discusses tensions with Iran and the trade war with China at a news conference with Australia's Prime Minister. Prior to the news conference the President announced tough new sanctions on the Iranian national bank He also addressed the growing controversy over a mysterious whistleblower complaint, calling it a "political hack job." Today's panel: CNN's Dana Bash, CNN's Mike Rogers, CNN's Carrie Cordero, Maggie Haberman with The New York Times Also on the program: CNN's Kaitlan Colli...
Thursday, September 19, 2019: A Top Secret Spy Drama Grips Washington
September 19, 2019 17:25 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBDid President Trump make a reckless promise to a foreign leader? A whistleblower thinks so, and the intelligence community inspector general who deemed the complaint urgent gives select members of Congress a classified briefing, but offers little information. Plus, two big shakeups by struggling 2020 Democratic contenders -- Kamala Harris goes all in on Iowa and Bernie Sanders juggles staff in two early states. And it's still unclear whether Congress can compromise over new gun violence law...
Wednesday, September 18, 2019: Trump Slaps Sanctions on Iran as Pompeo Arrives in Saudi Arabia
September 18, 2019 17:33 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBPresident Trump announces new sanctions on Iran and his pick for a new National Security Adviser. This as Secretary of State Pompeo arrives in Saudi Arabia -- and the Saudis display what they say are Iranian weapons used to attack the kingdom's oil facilities. Plus, Joe Biden still leads the Democratic pack. But the first national poll after the latest debate shows Elizabeth Warren closing in -- and outpacing all her rivals when it comes to voter enthusiasm. And new wrinkles in the House De...
Tuesday, September 17, 2019: House Dems Putting Former Trump Campaign Manager in Impeachment Spotlight
September 17, 2019 17:42 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBHouse Democrats are about to hold what some call their first impeachment hearing. And the White House is defiant, telling two former presidential aides not to show up -- and a third Trump adviser not to answer certain questions. Plus, Elizabeth Warren takes aim at Joe Biden and the electability argument. And then she takes 4,000 selfies. And President Trump's numbers among Latino voters are horrible, but he insists he can stretch the map again in 2020 -- and win New Mexico. Tod...
Monday, September 16, 2019: Oil Prices Spike After Saudi Attack
September 16, 2019 17:39 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBOil prices are up and the Middle East is on edge following attacks on Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure. The Trump Administration blames Iran - and the President says the U.S. is locked and loaded. Plus, the recurring presidential credibility question: Aides rush to say "locked and loaded" doesn't necessarily mean a military response. And the President insists he never said something that he said clearly - on camera - and was then repeated by cabinet members. And nearly 50,000 auto work...
Sunday, September 15, 2019: U.S. Blames Iran for Strike on Saudi Oil
September 15, 2019 14:33 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBNew tensions between the Trump White House and Iran after a stunning attack on Saudi oil facilities. Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility, but the Trump administration is blaming Iran. CNN's Senior International Correspondent Nick Paton Walsh joins us with a report from Tehran and CNN's John Kirby provides analysis. Plus, the Democratic presidential race turns testy as summer gives way to fall. Julian Castro questioned Joe Biden's memory and Cory Booker suggested Biden could fumble aw...
Friday, September 13, 2019: Dem Opponents Called Out for Questioning Biden's Memory
September 13, 2019 17:58 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBFallout today from a feisty 10-candidate Democratic debate. Joe Biden mixes it up with Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders on health care, and two contenders who made Biden's age and stamina an issue last night stage a hasty retreat the morning after. Plus, Beto O'Rourke adds a "hell yes" when asked if he would push a mandatory buy back of assault weapons. It is a line that could help him in the Democratic primary, but a position most Democrats see as an impossible sell in a general election...
Thursday, September 12, 2019: Debate Fight Night
September 12, 2019 17:39 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBIt is debate night for the 2020 Democrats, the first time Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren share the same stage, and perhaps a last chance for some of the struggling contenders to prove to voters and donors they deserve to stick around. Plus, a big Supreme Court immigration win for the Trump White House. The justices allow the President's tough new asylum rules to be enforced while a legal challenge makes it way through the lower courts. And words matter. Except maybe when it comes to House ...
Wednesday, September 11, 2019: Trump Takes Victory Lap After NC Election
September 11, 2019 17:42 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBRepublicans celebrate a win in a close House special election in North Carolina, but with victory comes more proof the President's unpopularity in the suburbs is a drag on Republican candidates across America. Plus, it may be the third debate for 2020 Democrats but it's the first time Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren share the stage. New poll numbers show the Massachusetts senator is, at the moment, a rising threat to the former vice president. And three key Senators say there's more hope on ...
Wednesday, September 10, 2019: John Bolton Fired
September 10, 2019 17:41 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBBreaking News: President Trump fires National Security Adviser John Bolton. Sources say the President and Bolton got into a heated argument last night over the plan to host Taliban leaders at Camp David. The question now is who will fill this important position? Today's Panel: CNN's Nia-Malika Henderson, TIME's Molly Ball, POLITICO's Heather Caygle, and Vivian Salama with The Wall Street Journal. Also on the Program: CNN's Kaitlan Collins, Kylie Atwood, Nic Robertson, Michael Warren, Aaron...
Monday, September 9, 2019: Trump Scuttles Taliban Summit at Camp David
September 09, 2019 17:31 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBPresident Trump abruptly cancels a planned peace summit with the Taliban. His idea to invite the Al Qaeda allies to Camp David on the week of 9/11 causes a split in the administration -- and alarms key Conservatives in Congress. Plus, Congress is back from its summer break. Republicans want to know if the President is serious about new gun control legislation. Democrats are trying to balance a family debate about whether to stick to issues like guns and health care or move ahead with investi...
Sunday, September 8, 2019: 2020 Democrats Descend on New Hampshire
September 08, 2019 14:08 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBThe 2020 circus comes to New Hampshire. Who's got the right strategy for winning the first-in-the-nation primary? Meanwhile, Trump abruptly cancels a secret Camp David summit with the Taliban - just days before the September 11th anniversary. Plus, Democrats ramp up their investigations into President Trump, and demand action on guns. But the president's still wavering. And Hurricane Dorian wreaks havoc in the Bahamas and the Carolinas, yet the president is obsessed with where it didn't hi...
Friday, September 6, 2019: Trump Touts Strong Economy as Govt. Releases Latest Employment Numbers
September 06, 2019 17:55 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBDorian makes landfall in North Carolina, causing more flooding and power outages as the Bahamas scrambles to deal with much more significant damage. Plus, the economy added 130,000 new jobs in August -- a solid headline for a report that that shows many signs of economic strength, but also warns some key sectors are stalling. And, the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees broaden their investigation into whether President Trump profits from government business after the Vice President ...
Thursday, September 5, 2019: Charleston Police Warn Drivers: "Turn Around, Don't Drown!"
September 05, 2019 17:41 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBThursday, September 5, 2019: Charleston Police Warn Drivers: "Turn Around, Don't Drown!" Trees are toppling and streets are flooding as the eye of Hurricane Dorian brushes the Carolina coast, and we're getting a first-hand look at the destruction in the Bahamas. CNN is on the ground as U.S. residents brace for the storm and the rescues continue in the Bahamas. Plus, 2020 Democratic presidential candidates talk climate change in a marathon CNN town hall. And, President Trump has a new seri...
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September 03, 2019 17:25 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBFlorida starts to feel the effects as Hurricane Dorian as it batters the Bahamas. The storm has killed at least five people and island officials expect the number to rise. Plus, battle lines being drawn over Brexit. British Parliament is back from its summer break for a showdown with Prime Minister Boris Johnson. And, in the 2020 race, Joe Biden's campaign announces it will return donations it received from federally registered lobbyists, as he once again defends his botched version of a ...
Monday, August 2, 2019: Dorian Devastates The Bahamas, Heads Slowly Toward U.S.
September 02, 2019 17:38 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThe latest on Hurricane Dorian: Winds begin to pick up in Florida and mandatory evacuations begin in parts of Georgia and South Carolina. Plus, investigators search for a motive in a West Texas mass shooting as grieving families and friends seek answers. Will the latest attack trigger action in Congress? Also, Coast Guard says search and rescue operations are underway after a boat catches fire in California. 34 people are unaccounted for. And, parades, picnics and presidential candidates...
Sunday, September 1, 2019: Hurricane Dorian and a Mass Shooting in West Texas
September 01, 2019 14:27 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBYet another mass shooting in America - seven people killed along a highway in West Texas, with the gunman dead after a shootout with police. Meanwhile, on the East Coast, residents prepare for Hurricane Dorian - barreling down on the U.S. mainland as a "catastrophic" Category Five storm. Plus - voters are growing more pessimistic about the economy, but President Trump insists there's nothing to worry about. And the 2020 frontrunners prepare for their most important debate yet, with Joe Bid...
Friday August 30, 2019: A Hurricane Heads for Florida as Biden Weathers Storm over Latest Gaffe
August 30, 2019 17:46 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBHurricane Dorian makes its way toward the U.S. east coast; Florida gas stations are starting to run dry as the Governor looks at the possibility of mandatory evacuations. President Trump's personal assistant is out of the White House, forced to resign after telling some reporters a little too much about life in the West Wing. And Joe Biden is pushing off the media coverage after facing criticism over a war story he got wrong. On today's panel: CNN's Phil Mattingly, Laura Barrón-López with P...
Thursday, August 29, 2019: Hurricane Dorian Strengthens, Takes Aim at Florida
August 29, 2019 17:31 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIt's days away from hitting, but getting stronger by the minute. Dorian is now forecast to be a Category 4 hurricane, with Florida in its crosshairs. James Comey is on the defensive after the Justice Department's watchdog concludes the fired FBI Director violated agency policy and set a "dangerous example" by leaking memos about his meetings with the President. And, shut out of the Democrats' next debate and nearly out of money, Kirsten Gillibrand bows out of the 2020 race. How long can oth...
Wednesday, August 28,2019: Who Will Be the Top 10 for DNC Debate Night?
August 28, 2019 17:45 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBPuerto Rico's fragile recovery after Hurricane Maria will likely be tested by a new storm....Dorian is now projected to become a major hurricane before taking aim at the U.S. east coast. Former Defense Secretary James Mattis is now giving his version of events for the first time since his tumultuous departure from the Trump administration. And is the stage set? New 2020 polls out this morning suggest half the candidates won't qualify for the next presidential debate. Montana Governor Steve ...
Tuesday, August 27, 2019: Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay $572M for Role in Opioid Crisis.
August 27, 2019 17:26 - 37 minutes - 17 MBJoe Biden puts out a very personal 2020 campaign ad, invoking two tragic events to explain why he's right on health care. And, President Trump back in Washington after the G7 summit, a trip he's calling a quote, "great success." Iran and China may quibble with that. plus, An Oklahoma judge orders pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson to pay $572 million for its role in the state's opioid crisis. Today's Panel: NPR's Asma Khalid, Michael Bender with The Wall Street Journal, CNN's Abby Phil...
Monday, August 26, 2019: Trump: I Would Certainly Invite Putin to Next Summit
August 26, 2019 17:21 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBPresident Trump wraps a rollercoaster weekend at the G7 summit with a wide-ranging news conference. Plus -- an empty chair sends its own message. President Trump is notably absent at the G7 climate session and the White House explanation doesn't quite add up. And another Republican jumps in on the 2020 primary. Former Congressman -- and former Trump supporter -- Joe Walsh says the GOP needs someone to step up. Today's Panel: CNN's Nia-Malika Henderson, Olivier Knox with SiriusXM, Rachael ...
Sunday, August 25, 2019: Trump vs. the World
August 25, 2019 13:49 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBJust another week in the Trump presidency - a feud with Denmark, and a promise that he alone can beat China on trade. What will this weekend's G7 summit bring? Plus, the Trump economy on edge - with markets dropping over the president's words and an escalating trade war. But the White House insists it's nothing to worry about. And Team Biden admits you may have your doubts about him - but says Democrats still should vote for him if they want to win in 2020 Nia-Malika Henderson in the ancho...
Friday, August 23, 2019: U.S. Markets Sink as Trump Rails Against China & the Fed
August 23, 2019 17:15 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBThe Fed chairman says he is watching a slowing economy but not sure yet if it needs more interest rate cuts. President Trump launches a vicious tweet storm in response -- asking if the Fed chairman he appointed is now a bigger enemy than China's president. Plus, allies expect the angry mood to carry over as the President heads to a G7 meeting in France. France, this year's host, says that given President Trump's history of tantrums it's not worth trying to write a consensus summit communiqué...
Thursday, August 22, 2019: Trump Sparks Confusion With Policy Changes, Rhetoric
August 22, 2019 17:43 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBThe President contradicts himself on guns and the economy -- stoking confusion and raising questions about his behavior. Plus, Bernie Sanders offers his version of a Green New Deal -- and he adds a new twist to Medicare for All to deal with complaints from unions who like their employer-provided health care. And the Democratic field loses Governor Jay Inslee but still has 20-plus active candidates. Today's Panel: CNN's Kaitlan Collins, Carl Hulse with The New York Times, Matt Viser with Th...
Wednesday, August 21, 2019: Trump's Evolving Answers on Background Checks
August 21, 2019 17:29 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBApologies, we have a truncated show today because the President answered questions on the White House lawn for nearly 40 minutes. Our reporters discussed the economy, the climate in Washington over gun reform, and President Trump's "disloyalty" comments towards American Jews who vote for Democrats. Today's panel: CNN's Abby Phillip, Heather Caygle with POLITICO, The Wall Street Journal's Joshua Jamerson, and Margaret Talev with Axios. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy inform...
Tuesday, August 20, 2019: New Data Complicates Trump 2020 Economy Argument
August 20, 2019 17:28 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBJoe Biden is back on the trail in Iowa today as a new CNN poll shows him widening his national lead in the Democratic race. Electability is Biden's theme in his first campaign TV ad -- and Jill Biden offers a rather unusual endorsement. Plus, the scramble to make the next Democratic debate. Julian Castro is in -- and a few Democrats who are close are racing against the clock to qualify. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo making news today on China and ISIS. Plus offering his take on a New Yorke...
Monday, August 19, 2019: Trump, Economic Advisers Downplay Recession Threat
August 19, 2019 18:06 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MBElizabeth Warren in Iowa today to promote a detailed plan to help a group of Americans long ignored and underserved. Plus, a Massachusetts primary drama with national implications: Congressman Joe Kennedy moves to challenge incumbent Democrat Ed Markey -- hoping to follow his grandfather and two grand-uncles to the United States Senate. And an up day in financial markets .. planned new trade talks with China and efforts to stimulate Europe's economy cheer investors today ---- as Team Trump...
Sunday, August 18, 2019: Is a Recession on the Horizon?
August 18, 2019 14:03 - 39 minutes - 36 MBA tumultuous week on Wall Street - President Trump plays the blame game with the Federal Reserve and says everything's fine, but could a recession be looming on the horizon? Plus, Israel blocks a visit by two Democratic congresswomen - after a very public nudge from the president. And one struggling 2020 Democrat bows out - but another fights on after a mass shooting back home. Today's Panel: Julie Pace of the Associated Press, Politico's Laura Barron-Lopez, Lisa Lerer of the New York Time...
Friday, August 16, 2019: Trump: "No Choice But to Vote for Me" to Keep Economy Rolling
August 16, 2019 17:21 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBAn Israeli official says Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib must hate Israel more than she loves her grandmother. This after the Democratic Congresswoman asks for permission to see family in the Palestinian territories, then says never mind when Israel says yes. Plus, a new complication in the China challenge: The White House approves a major arms sale to Taiwan -- something sure to anger Beijing at an already tense time in the trade war. And just an August 2019 snapshot, but a new poll shows Eli...
Thursday August 15, 2019: Israel Bans Omar & Tlaib after Trump Tweets
August 15, 2019 17:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBAnother norm busting tweet and then a big decision from the Israeli government: Two Democratic Congresswoman are told they are not welcome to visit shortly after the President tweets Israel would show great weakness if it welcomed Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. Plus, China says it hopes to work with President Trump but will retaliate if he again escalates the trade war -- as the President deflects blame for the turmoil on Wall Street. And changes in the 2020 Democratic field: Former Co...
Wednesday August 14, 2019 : New Economic Fears & New Doubts About Gun Legislation
August 14, 2019 17:47 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThe Dow plunges amid new recession fears triggered by economic worries overseas and a big warning sign in the U.S. bond market. Plus, several Democrats running for President are being urged to run for Senate instead. Colorado's John Hickenlooper is thinking about it, but Beto O'Rourke insists he's still focused on the White House. And Congress and the White House are in serious talks about new gun control legislation -- with expanded background checks atop the list. But there is deep skepti...
Tuesday, August 13, 2019: Trump Says Tariff Delay Will Help a Lot of People
August 13, 2019 17:47 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBNew tariffs on China delayed, stock market surges: The step-back in the trade war comes as President Trump heads to western Pennsylvania to promote his record on the economy. And, Senator Bernie Sanders shares a playbook with President Trump: The Democratic candidate accuses the Washington Post of unfair coverage because he is a constant critic of its owner. Today's Panel: Seung Min Kim with The Washington Post, Jackie Kucinich with The Daily Beast, Margaret Talev with Axios and CNN's Arlet...
Monday, August 12, 2019: Legal Migrants Could Be Turned Down for Low Income, Lack of Education
August 12, 2019 17:23 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe Trump Administration imposes dramatic new limits on legal immigration. The new rules make it easier to reject green card and visa applications from low-income people on grounds they could end up on public assistance. Plus, a big Iowa weekend for the 2020 Democrats. Joe Biden raises questions with another gaffe, Elizabeth Warren proves her organizing prowess - and Kamala Harris is on a bus tour to make clear she plans to make a play in the state that votes first. And from friend to foe i...
Sunday, August 11, 2019: Iowa, Iowa, Iowa
August 11, 2019 14:16 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBPresident Trump promises action on America's mass shooting epidemic - has Washington finally hit a tipping point, or will efforts fall short like they have in the past? Plus, tough new attacks on the president from the Democrats who want his job, as 2020 hopefuls descend on first-in-the-nation Iowa. And President Trump plays down the latest North Korean missile tests - siding with Kim Jong Un over America's allies and his own advisers. CNN's Phil Mattingly in the anchor chair. Today's Pane...
Friday, August 9, 2019: Trump: "I Have Greater Influence" Now Over Gun Policy
August 09, 2019 17:25 - 52 seconds - 848 KBThe President just spent 33 minutes talking to reporters -- much of that time was dedicated to discussing the latest mass shootings in America. He said his influence over gun policy is stronger now than in years past, and he promised solutions are coming. But will Congress cooperate? And, Democrats running for President descend on the Iowa State Fair. And they're being put on the spot to answer a stark question about the President: Do they believe he is he a white supremacist? Today's pane...
Thursday, August 8, 2019: Presidential Hopefuls Campaigning At Iowa State Fair
August 08, 2019 17:51 - 1 minute - 1.49 MBThe President is publicly defending his trips to Ohio and Texas while a new video shows him bragging about his rally crowd size at an El Paso hospital. Plus, a Trump fundraiser is causing a lot of headaches for Equinox and SoulCycle. And no presidential campaign is complete without a trek back to Iowa for the state fair. Today's Panel: Toluse Olorunnipa with The Washington Post, Heather Caygle with POLITICO, Michael Shear with The New York Times, and Elana Schor with the Associated Pres...
Wednesday, August 7, 2019: Show Preempted
August 07, 2019 17:11 - 17 seconds - 301 KBBreaking News, Show Preempted See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.