The Lead with Jake Tapper
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Trump and Republicans Clash Over “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
First Anti-Weaponization Fund Applicant Speaks to CNN
Sen. Cassidy Bucks Trump on Iran, Ballroom after Primary Defeat
First Claim Filed to “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
Police: Three Adults Killed in San Diego Mosque Shooting
Trump Won’t Commit to Taiwan Arms Sale
Xi Hails New Era in U.S.-China Relations But Warns Trump on Taiwan
Iran, Trade, Tech, Taiwan on Agenda for Trump-Xi Summit
Sources: Trump Seriously Thinking of Restarting Combat Operations
16 Passengers Under Observation in Nebraska Quarantine Unit
Democrats Delivered Major Loss
CENTCOM: U.S. Military Responded to “Unprovoked Iranian Attacks”
Trump Gets Revenge on Indiana Republicans Who Defied Him
Hegseth: Ceasefire “Is Not Over” Despite Mutual Attacks
Iran & U.S. Trade Shots, Iran Attacks UAE
Trump Rejects Latest Proposal From Iran
Hegseth Defends War Despite Polls
Trump Confirms Call with Putin
Arrest Warrant Issued for Former FBI Director James Comey
King Charles Begins High-Stakes Diplomatic Visit to U.S.
Report: Warnings About Epstein Abuse Went Unheeded by UK Police
Trump Orders Navy to “Shoot & Kill” Mine-Laying Boats in Strait
WH: Trump Has “No Firm Deadline” for Iranian Peace Proposal
Trump: “I Expect to Be Bombing” if No Progress in Iran Talks
Lori Chavez-DeRemer to Step Down as Labor Secretary
Trump: Iran Will Turn Over “Nuclear Dust”
Pope Leo: “Woe to Those Who Manipulate Religion”
British PM Refuses to Join Iran War
How the War & U.S. Blockade Affect What We Buy
U.S. Navy Blockades Iranian Ports After Peace Talks Collapse
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Plummets to Record Low
Melania Trump Calls on Congress to Hold Hearing for Epstein Victims
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire on Shaky Ground Amid Continued Attacks
Trump: Iranian Civilization “Will Die” if Deal Isn’t Made by 8PM ET
Trump to Iran: Strike Deal, or Bridges & Power Will Be “Decimated”
U.S. Searching for Crew Member After F-15 Downed in Iran
Iran’s military is now claiming that it has struck a second combat plane today. We bring you the latest details in the urgent search and rescue operation. Plus, CNN is learning from multiple sources that several Cabinet officials could be at risk of being fired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President Trump Fires Pam Bondi as Attorney General
Sources tell CNN that President Trump had a tough conversation with now former Attorney General Pam Bondi. Plus, hear from the head of one state election office vowing to take legal action against Trump’s crackdown on mail-in voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
AAA: CA Drivers Paying About $5.89 For Gas, Highest in U.S.
A brand new security alert for U.S. citizens in Saudi Arabia warns that hotels, American businesses, and schools could quickly become targets. This as three key NATO allies cut off U.S. access to their bases for Iran operations. Also, the average gas price soars across the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Status Of Diplomatic Talks Uncertain Amid Trump’s Shifting Goals
In the fifth week of the war with Iran, the White House says its four to six week timeline on Iran has not changed. So, is Operation Epic Fury almost over? CNN’s experts discuss where the situation stands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TSA Workers Miss Second Full Paycheck As DHS Shutdown Drags On
Plans are set into motion to pay TSA workers in a matter of days after a record number of them called out in a single day. Plus, breaking details about Tiger Woods being arrested on suspicion of DUI after a serious car crash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Admin. Pushing for New Investigation Into Letitia James
President Trump says he is granting Iran a new extension, pausing the threatened strikes on Iranian power plants. Plus, what the President says about gas prices that keep going up. Also, a look at efforts to end the partial government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sources: Iran Laying Traps For Potential U.S. Attack On Kharg Island
Sources say Iran is planting mines on Kharg Island before US troops possibly land there. When does the ongoing US troop buildup constitute boots on the ground? Our experts are standing by. Plus, two juries find Meta liable in lawsuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Talks To Fund DHS Ramp Up As Airport Lines Grow More Unpredictable
The NTSB reveals new details about the fire truck that crashed with an Air Canada flight coming in for landing. Our aviation experts join with their analysis. Plus, the puzzling gift President Trump claims he received from Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Iran Denies Talks With U.S. As Trump Claims “Points Of Agreement”
New footage shows when an Air Canada plane collided with a firetruck on the runway leaving two pilots dead. Plus, ICE agents are now at 14 US airports as TSA workers call out or even quit. Also, President Trump claims the US has 15 points of agreement with Iran that could end the war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sources: Pentagon Considering Ground Troops To Take Kharg Island
TSA workers are calling out of work at near record levels causing massively long airport lines and it’s about to get much worse. Plus, the Pentagon is weighing deploying ground troops to Iran’s Kharg Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Global Oil Prices Surge To $110 After Strikes On Energy Facilities
US billionaire President Trump insists the economic pain because of the war is only temporary. An oil executive who was in key meetings today joins. Plus, top intelligence officials were back on Capitol Hill today, pressed about the biggest threats facing the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Source: No Warning Sirens Ahead Of Strike That Killed 6 U.S. Troops
Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin faced tough questions on Capitol Hill today during a confirmation hearing while trying to separate himself from Kristi Noem, the DHS chief just fired by President Trump. Plus, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard pressed on the underlying evidence, or lack thereof, behind the war with Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Top U.S. Counterterrorism Official Resigns Over Iran War
Trump’s National Counterterrorism Center director resigned from his post today after saying that Iran posed no imminent threat to the United States. This and the latest in Trump’s war in Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cuba’s Power System Suffers Total Collapse
After weeks of a United States oil blockade, Cuba’s electric grid suffered a total collapse. Also, as the war with Iran enters its third week, President Trump is criticizing US allies who say they do not want to be pulled into the conflict. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Judge Blocks Subpoenas In Jerome Powell Investigation
A federal judge just blocked subpoenas in the DOJ’s investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Plus, Iran ramps up strikes against ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices