State of the Union with Jake Tapper
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 728 ratingsHosted by CNN's Jake Tapper, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy - covering Washington, the country and the world.
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Interview with Pittsburgh mayor Bill Peduto on the horrific synagogue shooting; Interview with Congressman Adam Schiff; Interview billionaire Democratic donor Tom Steyer; Interview with former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci; a clos
October 28, 2018 17:29 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBFirst, Jake talks to Pittsburgh mayor, Bill Peduto about the violent shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue. Jake is then joined by the top Democrat on the House Intelligence committee, Adam Schiff to discuss anti-Semitism and if Trump plays a role in the recent violence. Then, Jake speaks to billionaire Democratic donor, Tom Steyer about the shooting in Pittsburgh and the bombs sent to prominent democrats this week -including him. Jake then talks to former White House Communications Director...
Interview with Tennessee Senator Bob Corker on Saudi Arabia's explanation for the death of Jamal Khashoggi; Interview with Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse on his new book; Interview with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti; State of the Cartoonion, Donald Trump
October 21, 2018 16:40 - 45 minutes - 42 MBLive from Tampa, Florida ahead of tonight's gubernatorial debate, Jake talks to Tennessee Senator Bob Corker about Jamal Khashoggi's death, the U.S. response, and if the Saudi story is credible. Jake is then joined by Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse, as they discuss his new book "Them: Why We Hate Each Other - and How to Heal." Next, Jake speaks with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on immigration policy, the Los Angeles homelessness problem, and his potential run for President in 2020. Next, our p...
Interview with Tennessee Senator Bob Corker on Saudi Arabia's explanation for the death of Jamal Khashoggi; Interview with Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse on his new book; Interview with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti; State of the Cartoonion, Donald Trump
October 21, 2018 16:40 - 45 minutes - 21 MBLive from Tampa, Florida ahead of tonight's gubernatorial debate, Jake talks to Tennessee Senator Bob Corker about Jamal Khashoggi's death, the U.S. response, and if the Saudi story is credible. Jake is then joined by Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse, as they discuss his new book "Them: Why We Hate Each Other - and How to Heal." Next, Jake speaks with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on immigration policy, the Los Angeles homelessness problem, and his potential run for President in 2020. Next, our p...
Interview with Florida Senator Marco Rubio on Hurricane Michael and the missing Saudi Journalist; Interview with Democratic candidate for Georgia Governor, Stacey Abrams on reports of voter suppression in her race; Interview with Vermont Senator, Bernie S
October 14, 2018 16:11 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBFirst, Jake talks to Florida Senator Marco Rubio about Hurricane Michael, the effects of climate change, and the diplomatic fallout over the missing Saudi Journalist. Jake is then joined by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders to discuss healthcare, Trump's response to the disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi, and who will run for the Democrats in 2020. Next, our panel of Paul Begala, Scott Jennings, Amanda Carpenter, and Symone Sanders joins to discuss new CNN polling on the 2020 race and their though...
Interview with Maine Senator Susan Collins on her landmark Kavanaugh vote; Interview with Senate Judiciary Democrat Mazie Hirono; Interview with Ohio Governor John Kasich on Kavanaugh and the midterms; Melania's travels through Africa... but can't escape
October 07, 2018 16:50 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBFirst, Dana talks to Maine Senator Susan Collins about her decision to vote yes on Kavanaugh and her vote's implication. Then, Dana is joined by the Hawaii Democratic Senator Mazie Hirono to respond to Collins' and discuss what's next after Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation. Next, our panel of Van Jones, Rick Santorum, Amanda Carpenter, and Jen Psaki joins to discuss Kavanaugh's confirmation and the implications for November's election. Finally, we take a look inside Melania Trump's first solo ...
Interview with Kellyanne Conway about the Kavanaugh testimony and FBI investigation; Interview with Senate Judiciary Democrat Amy Klobuchar; State of the Cartoonion: is gut-wrenching testimony a marketing opportunity?
September 30, 2018 15:10 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MBFirst, Jake talks to the Counselor to the President, Kellyanne Conway about the Brett Kavanaugh hearing and the ongoing F.B.I investigation. Jake is then joined by Amy Klobuchar, a Democratic member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, to discuss Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's hearing from this past week. Next, our panel of Carrie Severino, Jennifer Granholm, Nina Turner, and Linda Chavez joins to discuss the FBI investigation and the cultural implications of Brett Kavanaugh's testimo...
Interview with U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley; Interview with Hawaii Senator Mazie Hirono on the Kavanaugh allegations; State of the Cartoonion: Is Donald Trump Making America Read Again?
September 23, 2018 16:17 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBIn this episode, Jake talks to the Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley about Brett Kavanaugh, North Korea's nuclear program, and the recent attack in Iran. Then, Jake is joined by the Democratic Senator from Hawaii, Mazie Hirono as they discuss the sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's. Next, our panel of Michael Caputo, Jennifer Granholm, Amanda Carpenter, and Karine Jean-Pierre join to discuss Christine Blasey Ford's upcoming testimony about he...
Interview with Democratic congressional candidate Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez; Interview with Alabama Democratic Senator Doug Jones; Interview with former Special Counsel and author of the new book "Contempt" Ken Starr; Jake's take on Trump and Puerto Rico.
September 16, 2018 16:45 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MBIn this Sunday's episode, Jake talks to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez about the President's denial of the death toll in Puerto Rico, the anonymous sexual assault allegation against Kavanaugh, and the cost of her proposed programs. Next, Senator Doug Jones joins to discuss Manafort's plea deal, the Mueller investigation, and the allegation against Brett Kavanaugh. Then, Ken Starr joins to talk to Jake about the Mueller investigation, the possibility of impeachment, and his thoughts on Brett Kavanau...
Interview with Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway; Interview with Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse; Interview with Virginia Senator Mark Warner; State of the Cartoonion, Trump's hunt for the NYT op-ed author.
September 09, 2018 16:41 - 47 minutes - 21.5 MBThis Sunday on State of the Union, Jake interviews Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway to discuss the anonymous New York Times op-ed which criticizes President Trump as well as Bob Woodward's new book "Fear." Next, Jake is joined by Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse to discuss the state of the Republican Party and why he considers leaving it. Following this, Jake interviews Virginia Senator Mark Warner to discuss the Mueller investigation and the George Papadopoulos sentencing. Jake is then ...
Interview with Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum; Roundtable discussion with S.E. Cupp, Bakari Sellers, Tim Ryan, and Jan Brewer; Interview with South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and Former Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman; A look at CNN'
September 02, 2018 16:28 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBGuest host Dana Bash is joined by Mayor of Tallahassee and Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum to discuss the issues surrounding his race against Republican Congressman Ron DeSantis. Then, S.E. Cupp, Bakari Sellers, Tim Ryan, and Jan Brewer reflect on the life of John McCain and discuss President Trump's campaign strategy for the midterms. Dana is then joined by South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham and Former Senator Joe Lieberman to discuss the lasting legacy of John Mc...
Remembering Senator John McCain; interviews with Senator Jeff Flake, Senator Susan Collins, former McCain adviser Steve Duprey, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Former Senator Kelly Ayotte on McCain's remarkable legacy; Congressman Adam Schiff on his memories of Mc
August 26, 2018 16:57 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBIn a special two-hour memorial episode of State of the Union, Jake is joined by Senator McCain's former Senate colleagues -his fellow Arizona Senator Jeff Flake, his longtime Republican colleague Susan Collins, and his friend Senator Amy Klobuchar. Jake also talks with former McCain adviser and close friend Steve Duprey, former adviser Mark McKinnon, and Presidential Historian Douglas Brinkley. Our panel of Dana Bash, Jay Carney, Bill Kristol, and Amanda Carpenter share their thoughts on McC...
Interview with Lisa Monaco, James Clapper, Michael Hayden; Interview with Montana Governor and 2020 presidential hopeful Steve Bullock; A look at the Pennsylvania priest abuse scandal
August 19, 2018 16:59 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this Sunday's episode Jake Tapper is joined by former Homeland Security and counterterrorism adviser to President Obama Lisa Monaco, former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, and former CIA and NSA Director General Michael Hayden to discuss President Trump's decision to remove John Brennan's security clearance and the President's recent response to the Russia investigation. Jake then interviews Governor of Montana and possible 2020 Democratic candidate Steve Bullock to discu...
Interview with President Donald Trump's attorney Rudy Giuliani; Interview with former Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe one year after Charlottesville; State of the Cartoonion, Donald Trump's swamp creatures
August 12, 2018 16:33 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBIn this Sunday's episode, Jake talks to former Mayor of New York and President Trump's attorney Rudy Giuliani about the ongoing Russia investigations and the possibility of Special Counsel Robert Mueller interviewing the President. Jake is then joined by former Governor of Virginia and possible 2020 candidate Terry McAullife to discuss race in America and the Democratic Party on the one-year mark since the Charlottesville rally. Next, our panel of Bakari Sellers, Michael Caputo, Nina Turner a...
Interview with former Governor of Massachusetts, Deval Patrick; Interview with Republican Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Ed Royce of California; State of the Cartoonion, Manafort's style on trial.
August 05, 2018 15:22 - 1 minute - 1.54 MBJake talks to former Governor of Massachusetts and potential 2020 candidate, Deval Patrick about racism in Trump's world, his view on the abolishing ICE, the Democratic cry for impeachment and his future 2020 aspirations. Jake is then joined by Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs committee, Ed Royce of California about the Russia investigation and the country's relationship with North Korea. Next, our panel of Karen Finney, Rick Santorum, Bill Kristol and Rep. Nanette Barragan joins to disc...
Interview with former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci; Interview with White House Economic Adviser Larry Kudlow; Interview with former mayor of New Orleans and potential 2020 candidate, Mitch Landrieu; State of the Cartoonian, Trump
July 29, 2018 16:10 - 7 seconds - 153 KBIn this Sunday's episode, Jake follows the week's explosive development in the Trump-Cohen saga - former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci weighs in and the President's strained relationship with the press. Jake is then joined by White House National Economic Adviser Larry Kudlow to talk about the impressive economic growth figure that has led to a presidential victory lap. Former Mayor of New Orleans Mitch Landrieu joins next, to discuss the direction the Democratic Part...
Washington backlash over US-Russia relations and new FISA application revelations; exclusive interview with former Trump campaign adviser Carter Page; Interview with Florida Sen. Marco Rubio; Interview with Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton; State of the Ca
July 22, 2018 16:02 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MBFollowing the release of the controversial FISA surveillance documents last night, CNN's Jake Tapper is joined by the subject of the application and former Trump campaign adviser Carter Page to comment on his alleged Russia connections and if, in fact, he is a Russian agent. Second, Florida Senator Marco Rubio weighs in on the controversy, plus Trump's evolving relationship with Putin amid raging domestic controversy. Jake is then joined by Rep. Seth Moulton, a Democrat of Massachusetts, to s...
Special Helsinki edition; Interview with Virginia Senator Mark Warner; followed by a reporters and panels analyzing Trump's overseas adventure live from set; Putin's relationship with past Presidents and Melania Trump's European adventures.
July 15, 2018 19:05 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBState of the Union travels to Helsinki, Finland this week to report live from the venue of the historic Trump-Putin summit. This episode opens with an analysis of Putin and Russia's relationship with past U.S. presidents and how it varies from Trump's new relationship. Then, Virginia Senator Mark Warner talks to Jake about the Senate Intelligence Committee's view on the recent indictment and the President's reaction to them. Putin reporters Masha Gessen and Julia Ioffe join to weigh in about ...
Updates on Thai cave rescue mission; Interview with Arizona Senator Jeff Flake; Interview with Alabama Senator Doug Jones; The curious relationship between President Trump and Elton John.
July 08, 2018 18:54 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBDana Bash anchors for Jake Tapper this week. First, Dana brings updates from Chiang Rai in Thailand, where divers work to rescue 12 boys and their coach from the Tham Luang caves. Correspondents Matt Rivers and David McKenzie join, followed by CNN correspondent Tom Foreman, who explains the intensity of the operations and subsequent impact of heavy monsoon rainfall on the divers' rescue mission. Dana then switches gears back to Washington and ongoing politics, and is joined by Republican Sena...
Interview with Maine Senator Susan Collins on the Supreme Court; Interview with Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth on Immigration and the Democratic party; State of the Cartoonion: President Trump's wild SCOTUS nominees.
July 01, 2018 16:03 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBFirst, Jake talks with Maine Senator and member of the Senate Intelligence Committee Senator Susan Collins about President Trump's upcoming SCOTUS nominees, the possible implication on Roe v. Wade, and North Korea. Then Jake is joined by Senator Tammy Duckworth to discuss Democratic Senators' call to abolish ICE, the reunification of families separated at the border, and President Trump's SCOTUS pick. Next, our panel of David Urban, Karine Jean-Pierre, Amanda Carpenter and Congresswoman Nanet...
Interview with Chair of the Homeland Security Committee, Senator Ron Johnson; Interview with Vermont Independent Senator Bernie Sanders, State of the Cartoonion: President Trump's Space Force
June 24, 2018 17:54 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBFirst, Jake talks with Chair of the Homeland Security Committee, Senator Ron Johnson about border separation, reunification of families after President Trump's executive order this past week and the role the Committee would play in the process. Then Jake is joined by Senator Bernie Sanders to discuss the role the Democratic Party is playing in passing immigration legislation in Congress, and how this varies from policies under the Obama administration. Next, our panel of David Urban, Carlos G...
Interview with Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani on the Russia investigation; Interview with Texas Senate Candidate Rep. Beto O'Rourke on families separated at the border; State of the Cartoonion: Trump/Kim blockbusters
June 17, 2018 15:08 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBFirst, Jake talks with the President's lawyer Rudy Giuliani about the Washington Post's new reporting that Trump confidant Roger Stone met with a Russian national offering dirt on Hillary Clinton during the 2016 campaign and if the President is considering anyone connected to the Russia investigation. Then, Jake is joined by Texas Senate candidate Rep. Beto O'Rourke from the Mexican border to discuss the Trump administration's separation of migrant families. Next, our panel of Ana Navarro, Je...
Interview with Larry Kudlow on the President's G7 feud; Senator Dianne Feinstein on North Korea and Immigration; State of the Cartoonion: Celebrity Apprentice Pardon Edition
June 10, 2018 16:26 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBFirst, Jake sits down with White House Chief Economic Adviser Larry Kudlow about the President's trip to the G7 conference in Canada and the burgeoning feud between Trump and Trudeau. Then, California Senator Dianne Feinstein joins Jake to discuss the President's trip to Canada, his upcoming North Korea summit and immigration. Next, our panel of David Urban, Karine Jean-Pierre, S.E. Cupp, and Paul Begala discuss the Trump-Trudeau feud, the President's conduct on the world stage, and the upcom...
Interview with former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara on Trump lawyer memo: Interview with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy; Interview with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland
June 03, 2018 15:54 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBFirst, Dana Bash speaks with CNN senior legal analyst Preet Bharara about the recently released memo from Trump's legal team and the President's pardon powers. Then, Dana talks with House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy about the claims made by the President's legal team and this weeks bombshell tariffs. next, Dana speaks with the Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Christia Freeland about President Trump's tariffs on her country and where the Canada-U.S. relationship goes from here. Finally, th...
Interview with Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani; Interview with James Clapper; State of the Cartoonion: Kim Jong Un taking Trump 101
May 27, 2018 15:11 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBFirst, Dana Bash speaks to President Trump's lawyer Rudy Giuliani about the special counsel investigation. Next, James Clapper joins Dana to discuss Giuliani calling him a "clown" and the potential North Korea summit. Then, our panel of Rick Santorum, Patti Solis Doyle, Bill Kristol and Nina Turner talk about President Trump's policy of separating families at the border. Finally, this week's the State of the Cartoonion on how Kim Jong Un may be preparing for a summit with President Trump. Se...
Interview with Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick; Interview with Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Mark Warner; Interview with Jack Kennedy Schlossberg
May 20, 2018 18:34 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBFirst, Jake sits down with Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to discuss the Santa Fe high school shooting and what steps should be taken to prevent another shooting. Next, Sen. Mark Warner joins Jake to talk about gun control and the Russia investigation. Then, our panel of David Urban, Jennifer Granholm, Linda Chavez and Rep. Robin Kelly discuss gun control policy and the GOP revolt over immigration. Finally, Jake sits down with Jack Kennedy Schlossberg to talk about awarding Mayor Mitch Landrieu t...
Interview with National Security Adviser John Bolton; Interview Senator Bernie Sanders; Mother's Day advice from former first ladies
May 13, 2018 16:39 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBFirst, Jake sits down with National Security Adviser John Bolton to discuss the President's decision to pull out of the Iran nuclear deal, the President's preparation for his meeting with Kim Jong Un, and the controversy over a White House staffer's comments about John McCain. Then, Senator Bernie Sanders responds to Bolton, talks about the Trump administration's immigration policy, and discusses his plans for 2020. Then our panel of Rep. Val Demings, Amanda Carpenter, Michael Caputo, and Jef...
Interview with White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway on White House credibility; Interview with top Republican Senator Roy Blunt; Interview with top House Intelligence Democrat Adam Schiff; State of the Cartoonion: How Trump picks a doctor
May 06, 2018 16:22 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBFirst, Jake sits down with White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway to discuss when Trump learned of the Stormy Daniels payment and if there is a credibility crisis in the White House. Then, Jake asks Missouri Republican Roy Blunt if the Presidents' lies bother him and if the embattled Governor of Missouri needs to resign. Next, Jake discusses the latest developments int he Cohen and Russia investigations with the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, Adam Schiff. Then, our panel of...
Interview with Sen. James Lankford; Interview with Gov. John Kasich; Interview with Stormy Lawyer Michael Avenatti; "The Hellfire Club"
April 29, 2018 15:42 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MBOn State of the Union, Jake Tapper talks to Sen. James Lankford about North Korea and the Russia investigation. Next, Jake sits down with Gov. John Kasich to discuss the Republican Party and midterm elections. Then, Jake talks to Stormy Daniels' lawyer Michael Avenatti about his case and Michael Cohen. Then our panel of David Urban, Patti Solis Doyle, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries and Amanda Carpenter discuss Kanye West and President Trump's midterm strategy. Finally, Jake gives a preview of his new p...
Interview with White House counselor Kellyanne Conway; Interview with Tennessee Senator Bob Corker; Trump's Secret Weapon
April 22, 2018 16:20 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBGuest anchor Dana Bash sits down with White House counselor Kellyanne Conway in the wake of a presidential tweet storm. She says the tweets explain themselves. Then, Dana is joined by outgoing Tennessee Senator Bob Corker. The two discuss the upcoming summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un, as well as Corker's tepid endorsement of Marsha Blackburn, the Republican party's choice for his seat. Next, the panel of Linda Chavez, Rick Santorum, Bakari Sellers, and Nina Turner sit down with Dan...
Interview with Maine Senator Angus King; Interview with Preet Bharara; Interview with Stormy Daniels' Attorney Michael Avenatti; State of the Cartoonion: Comey's TV takeover
April 15, 2018 15:51 - 39 minutes - 18 MBFirst, Jake discusses the coalition strikes on Syria and President Trump's claim that it was "mission accomplished" with Maine Independent Senator Angus King. Then, former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara joins Jake to discuss the President's response to James Comey and the new developments in the Michael Cohen investigation. Next, Stormy Daniels' Attorney Michael Avenatti tells Jake that he believes Cohen will be indicted and that Daniels will be in Court on Monday. Then, our panel of Rick Santor...
Interview with National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow; Interview with Senator Susan Collins; State of the Cartoonion: Trade Wars
April 08, 2018 15:41 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBFollowing his first week on the job, President Trump's new chief economic adviser Larry Kudlow sat down with Jake Tapper to discuss the possibility of new tariffs against China and his thoughts on Chief of Staff John Kelly. Then, Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) joins Jake to talk about the suspected chemical attack in Syria as well as what tariffs may mean for Mainers. Next, our panel of Linda Chavez, Jen Psaki, Dr. Kelli Ward, and Karine Jean-Pierre join Jake to discuss whether a Democratic blu...
Interview with Senator Bernie Sanders; Interview with former Veterans Affairs Secretary Dr. David Shulkin; Interview with author Ronald Kessler
April 01, 2018 16:08 - 39 minutes - 18 MBFirst, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) joins Jake for a wide-ranging interview on topics including President Trump's recent announcement that the US would "be coming out of Syria like very soon," the conflict in Gaza, and Trump's pick to head the VA. Then, former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David Shulkin joins Jake to discuss his tumultuous tenure at the VA and whether he'll back his replacement. Next, author Ronald Kessler sits down to discuss his new book, "The Trump White House: Changi...
Interview with Senator Tim Kaine; Interview with Ohio Governor John Kasich; Kate Bennett on Melania Trump's silence amidst affair allegations
March 25, 2018 16:06 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBFirst, Brianna Keilar talks to Virginia Senator Tim Kaine about the March for Life movement and his 'yes' vote on the Omnibus spending bill -- which didn't include funding for DACA recipients. Next, Ohio Governor John Kasich joins Brianna to discuss what impact the marches yesterday may have on Washington and whether he has his sights set on 2020. Then, our panel of CNN's Van Jones, Rep. Nanette Barragan, Rick Santorum, and Linda Chavez pick up the conversation on gun reform and the President...
Interview with Senator Jeff Flake; Interview with Senator Rand Paul; Interview with Senator Lindsey Graham
March 18, 2018 16:59 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBFirst, Senator Jeff Flake joins Jake Tapper to discuss his plans, if any, for 2020 and the Mueller investigation. Next, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul shares why he will be opposing President Trump's choice for secretary of state Mike Pompeo, and his pick for CIA director, Gina Haspel. Senator Lindsey Graham then joins Jake to explain why he fully supports Pompeo and Haspel, as well as to share a warning to the President: Don't fire Mueller. This week's panel includes Rick Santorum, Jen Psaki, Ni...
Interview with Senator Ron Johnson; Interview with Senator Elizabeth Warren; Van Jones previews his Oprah interview
March 11, 2018 15:45 - 39 minutes - 18 MBFirst, Jim Acosta talks North Korea and tariffs with Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson. Then, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses Trump's North Korea meeting and a controversial banking bill. Next, our panel of Anthony Scaramucci, Bakari Sellers, Amanda Carpenter, and Neera Tanden discuss Trump's freewheeling rally on Saturday night and the Stormy Daniels saga. Finally, CNN host Van Jones joins Jim to preview his sit down interview with Oprah Winfrey. via Knit
Interview with White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro; Interview with Senator Joe Manchin; Interview with Ohio Governor John Kasich; State of the Cartoonion: Sessions or Mr. Magoo?
March 04, 2018 20:20 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBFirst, Jake talks with the White House adviser who was behind President Trump's tariff announcement: Peter Navarro. Next, Jake discusses the ongoing gun debate and West Virginia teacher strikes with Senator Joe Manchin. Then, Ohio Governor John Kasich joins Jake to discuss the backlash of Trump's tariffs and a possible 2020 presidential run. Next, our panel of Rick Santorum, Jen Psaki, Linda Chavez and Bakari Sellars discuss a chaotic week in the West Wing. Finally in State of the Cartoonion,...
Interview with Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel on the response to the Parkland shooting; Interview with Senator Chris Murphy; Interview with Adam Schiff on the Democratic memo
February 25, 2018 17:03 - 52 minutes - 23.8 MBFirst, Jake discusses the law enforcement response to the Parkland shooting in a contentious interview with the Sheriff of Broward County, Scott Israel. Then, Senator Chris Murphy joins Jake to discuss the law enforcement failings and the potential for future gun control legislation. Next, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiiff talks with Jake about being insulted by the President and the newly released Democratic memo. Finally, the panel of Rick Santorum, Jennifer ...
Interview with survivors of Florida shooting; Interview with Ohio Governor John Kasich; Interview with Congressman Adam Schiff; Interview with Former DNI James Clapper
February 18, 2018 16:56 - 41 minutes - 19 MBFirst, Dana Bash speaks with survivors of the Florida School shooting about the launching of their 'Never Again' movement and their upcoming march on Washington. Then, Dana talks with an emotional John Kasich about gun control and school shootings. Then, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff joins from Munich to discuss the latest developments in the Russia investigation. Then, the former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper joins Dana to discuss the expl...
Interview with Kellyanne Conway on the Porter scandal; Interview with Former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson; Interview with Bannon author Joshua Green; State of the Cartoonion: Trump's reality TV White House
February 11, 2018 17:08 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBFirst, White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway joins Jake to defend the White House's handling of the Porter scandal and discuss the President's response. Then, Former DHS Secretary and friend of John Kelly Jeh Johnson talks about whether or not Kelly should keep his job as Chief of Staff, the President's decision not to declassify the Democratic memo, and North Korea. Next, Jake talks with the author who wrote the book "Devil's Bargain" on Steve Bannon about Bannon's take on the MeToo movemen...
Interview with Senator Dick Durbin on the Nunes memo and immigration; Interview with Congressmen Jim Himes (D) and Brad Wenstrup (R) of the Intelligence committee; State of the Cartoonion: Trump's Super Bowl pick
February 04, 2018 16:57 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBFirst, Jake talks with the number two Democrat in the Senate, Dick Durbin about the controversial Republican memo and the ongoing immigration debate. Then, Congressmen Jim Himes (D) and Brad Wenstrup (R) of the Intelligence Committee join to debate the memo released by their committee and discuss it's impact on the Russia investigation. Next, our panel of Mike Rogers, Rick Santorum, Rep. Karen Bass, and Jennifer Granholm discuss the Trump response to the memo and the significance of Carter Pa...
Interview with Senator Susan Collins on Mueller; Interview with Senator Joe Manchin on immigration; State of the Cartoonion: Presidential Secret Societies
January 28, 2018 17:56 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBFirst, Jake sits down with Senator Susan Collins, a member of the Intelligence Committee, to discuss the report that President Trump ordered the firing of Robert Mueller in June. Then, Democratic Senator Joe Manchin joins Jake to discuss the White House's immigration framework and the Russia investigation. Next, the panel of Nina Turner, Linda Chavez, Jen Psaki and David Urban discuss Trump's attack on Jay-Z, the chances of an immigration deal, the Stormy Daniels story, and Hillary Clinton's ...
Interview with OMB Director Mick Mulvaney on the government shutdown; Interview with Senator Rand Paul; Interview with Senator Bernie Sanders; Cartoon: Trump's new diet
January 21, 2018 17:01 - 39 minutes - 18 MBFirst, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget joins Jake to give an update on the status of negotiations to end the shutdown and blames Democrats for failing to fund the government. Then, Republican Senator Rand Paul sits down with Jake to discuss his 'no' vote on the spending bill and who is to blame for the shutdown. Next, Senator Bernie Sanders talks with Jake about the new Trump campaign ad attacking Democrats and the need for a DACA fix. Then, the panel of Bakari Sellers, Re...
Interview with Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on the false missile alert; Interview with GOP Haitian-American Rep. Mia Love on Trump's comments; Interview with former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe; Cartoon: has Trump been watching All in the Family?
January 14, 2018 16:58 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBFirst, Jake sits down with Hawaii Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to discuss the alert mistakenly sent to Hawaiians that a ballistic missile attack was imminent. Then, GOP Rep. Mia Love, the first Haitian-American elected to Congress, respond to Trump's remarks on Haitian immigrants and if the President's comments were racist. Then, Former Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe discusses how the Democrats should proceed with DACA negotiations and to hint at a 2020 bid. Then, the panel discusses whethe...
Interview with White House Adviser Stephen Miller; Interview with Rep. Adam Schiff; Interview with David Axelrod and Mark McKinnon; Trump's nickname game
January 07, 2018 17:15 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBWhite House Senior Adviser Stephen Miller joins Jake Tapper for a contentious interview discussing the split between the White House and Steve Bannon as well as the latest developments in the Russia investigation. Then, the ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff joins Jake to talk about the President's tweet that he is a "very stable genius" and the re-opening of the Clinton investigation. Next, Former Bush Adviser Mark McKinnon and former Obama Adviser David Axelrod t...
Interview with Anthony Scaramucci; Interview with Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward; Melania Trump's first year as First Lady
December 31, 2017 16:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBDana Bash is joined by former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci to discuss President Trump's first year in office. Next, Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward join Dana to discuss the special counsel investigation and President Trump's attack on the press. Then, our panel discusses the future of the Democratic and Republican party going into 2018. Finally, Dana looks back at Melania Trump's first year as First Lady of the United States. via Knit
Interview with Bernie Sanders; Interview with David Axelrod and Mark McKinnon; Trump's need for praise; Disney adds Trump robot to 'Hall of Presidents'
December 24, 2017 16:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBJake Tapper sits down with Senator Bernie Sanders to discuss the passage of the Republican tax bill, whether President Trump should resign and the Russia investigation. Then, Former Obama Adviser David Axelrod and former Bush Adviser Mark McKinnon join Jake to break down the last year of Trump. Next. the panel discusses Trump's need for praise and if the GOP gamble on the tax bill will pay off in 2018. Finally, Jake takes a look at Disney's latest addition to its "Hall of Presidents," a Trump...
Interview with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on the Republican tax plan; Alabama Senator-elect Doug Jones on his election win; Will Trump fire Mueller?
December 17, 2017 17:23 - 39 minutes - 18 MBJake sits down with Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin to discuss the final Republican tax proposal and if Trump is considering firing the Special Counsel. Then, Alabama Democratic Senator-elect Doug Jones joins Jake to discuss his unlikely victory, whether or not the President should resign, and address whether he should consider voting with Republicans to truly represent his state. Next, the panel discusses whether President Trump will fire Special Counsel Robert Mueller and if the Democrats...
Interview with Senator Richard Shelby, Interview with UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, Interview with Congressman Adam Schiff, Trump's naughty or nice list
December 10, 2017 17:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBAhead of the Alabama special election on Tuesday, Senator Richard Shelby joins Jake to discuss Roy Moore. Next, Jake interviews U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley about the President's Jerusalem decision and the ongoing North Korea crisis. Then, House Intelligence Committee Ranking Member Adam Schiff joins Jake to discuss the latest developments in the Russia investigation. Then our panel discusses President Obama's comments on Nazi Germany and Roy Moore. Finally, in the State of the Cartoonion, Jak...
Interview with Senate Intelligence Vice Chairman Mark Warner, Interview with Senator Tim Scott, State of the Cartoonion: Trump's bizarro world
December 03, 2017 16:48 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBJake Tapper sits down with the Democratic Senator from Virginia and Vice Chairman of the Intelligence Committee Mark Warner about the Russia investigation, Michael Flynn's plea deal, and Trump's tweets about James Comey. Then, South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott joins to discuss the criticisms and challenges facing the GOP tax bill now that it's cleared the Senate. Next, our panel of Rick Santorum, Jennifer Granholm, Karine Jean-Pierre, and Mike Rogers discuss the latest on Trump's co...
Interviews with Sen. Dick Durbin and Sen. Lindsey Graham on taxes and DACA, Preet Bharara on Michael Flynn, Tom Steyer on impeachment and Trump's Christmas promise
November 26, 2017 16:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBDana Bash is joined by Sen. Dick Durbin and Sen. Lindsey Graham in a bipartisan interview on the GOP tax plan and protection for Dreamers. Next, former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara talks about the Bob Mueller investigation and Michael Flynn. Then, Democratic mega-donor Tom Steyer talks to Dana about his impeachment campaign against President Trump. Finally, we take a look at the ways in which President Trump will "make Christmas great again." via Knit