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Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy—covering Washington, the country, and the world.

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First, Jake speaks with New York’s Democrat Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez about Donald Trump and his deadline to post a $464M bond in a NY civil fraud case, Speaker Mike Johnson who is facing a new revolt from House Republicans after passing the Government Funding Bill and her calling on Joe Biden to cut off military aid to Israel.   Then, a one-on-one with Republican Congressman Chip Roy, who voted against the Government Funding Bill, to discuss his thoughts on what better deal Mike Johnson could have negotiated and whether he supports Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s motion to oust Mike Johnson as speaker.   Plus, Jake and the panel discuss the rift within the GOP House Republicans and the effects it is having on the House of Representatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Dana interviews Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the negotiations for Israeli hostages held by Hamas and his response to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s call for “a new election” in Israel. Then, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joins Dana to respond to Netanyahu. They also discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson suggestion that he may allow a vote on a standalone bill for aid to Ukraine.   Next, Dana speaks with GOP Senator Mike Rounds about whether he will endorse Trump for President, as well as the House overwhelmingly passing a bill that could ban TikTok.   Plus, after a New York judge delayed Trump’s hush money trial until at least mid-April, Dana asks Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff about the possibility that none Trump's cases may go to trial before the election.   Finally, ahead of Ohio’s Senate Primary, Dana talks with Ohio’s Republican Governor Mike DeWine on his support for a different candidate than Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Jake talks with Dem. Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock of Georgia about President Joe Biden and Donald Trump’s rallies in Georgia on Saturday. Georgia is a key battleground state for both men.   Then, Jake talks with Rep. Senator James Lankford on Biden’s State of the Union address and in particular the factual assertions he made about the failed bipartisan border deal. Lankford was one of the authors of that deal.   And, Jake has a one-on-one interview with the Democratic nominee for Governor of North Carolina, Attorney General Josh Stein, and gets his views on whether Democrats can win in “Purple State” North Carolina.   Plus, Jake and the panel discuss Senator Katie Britt’s State of the Union response and her use of a graphic sex trafficking story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, President Biden tried take on his vulnerabilities this week and flipped the script on immigration. Dana presses Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on executive border action. Then, the Supreme Court announced it will arguments in April, over former president Trump’s claim of presidential immunity. Chair of the Judiciary Committee, Sen. Dick Durbin weighs in. Nikki Haley claims that Trump can’t beat Biden without the voters who are backing her. Sen. Markwayne Mullin offers his take. Plus, Dana and the panel discuss countdown to Super Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Dana speaks with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan to discuss congress blocking aid to Ukraine, Putin’s treatment of Navalny and the news that negotiators have agreed an outline of Israel-Hamas hostage deal.   Then, Governor of Texas Greg Abbott dismisses speculation about Trump VP pick, weighs in on Alabama IVF ruling and is pressed on the border crisis.   And, Governor of Michigan Gretchen Whitmer talks about the potential Biden protest in Michigan, says that the Michigan primary is a ‘very high stakes moment’ and the IVF ruling shows that reproductive rights ‘still very much at risk’ if Trump wins.   Plus, Dana and the panel discuss Trumps decisive win in South Carolina, home state of rival Nikki Haley. Is she still in the running? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today Jake speaks to former Rep. Congresswoman Liz Cheney about the news of Alexey Navalny’s reported death in a Russian prison and then Trumps silence on the issue and Republican opposition to a bill that would send aid to Israel and Ukraine.   Then, in a 1-on-1 interview with Rep. Senator Tim Scott talks about Trumps comments about not defending NATO allies and the fall of the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka to Russian forces.   Plus, Jake and the panel discuss Trumps railing against $355 million dollar ruling in civil fraud case and Nikki Haley’s pivotal test in South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Jake interviews Senator Marco Rubio asking questions about Trumps statements about NATO and mocking Governor Haley’s husbands absence while he is deployed in Africa, Rubio’s opposition to a bill to help Israel and Ukraine and the choice by Senate GOP to torpedo a bipartisan US border security deal.   Then, a one on one interview with Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein discussing President Biden’s not being charged after classified documents probe and statements about the president’s mental faculties.   Plus, Jake and the panel discuss Biden and Trump as they are once again in the spotlight as the 2024 race heats up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, after the 3rd straight day of US strikes against Iran-backed militias in the Middle East, can America avoid a wider conflict? US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan joins us to break down the aftermath of this retaliation. Then, with just three weeks until Republicans in South Carolina vote, Donald Trump's team says it's over. But as Nikki Haley ups the ante, what's her end-game? GOP Presidential candidate Nikki Haley is here exclusively. And, President Biden swept South Carolina with his first official primary win last night. We are joined by the man whose endorsement propelled Joe Biden to the White House, South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn. Plus, Dana and the panel discuss the brewing fight inside the Republican Party and the results of the South Carolina Democratic primary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, President Biden embraces tougher immigration policies and pushes for Congress to pass a bipartisan border deal. But will Republicans balk amid pressure from Donald Trump? Dana asks key negotiator Sen. Chris Murphy. Then, with both Trump and President Biden looking past the primaries to November, has the general election already begun? Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joins Dana to discuss. And, with tensions high amid a standoff between Republican governors and federal officials at the border, Dana speaks to South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem. Plus, our panel previews what to expect from the next few months on the campaign trail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, with just 2 days before the New Hampshire primary elections, Dana and CNN Political Director David Chalian dive into our brand new CNN poll that shows a clear lead for Donald Trump. As the former President makes his final pitch to primary voters, can anyone stop him? Next, Nikki Haley turns up the heat on Trump, while he tries to undercut Hayley with support from her home state. South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott joins Dana exclusively to explain why he backed Doald Trump over his former governor. And, as President Biden hits the campaign trail, his political and policy challenges collide on the border and his support for Israel. What case should he make to voters? Biden campaign national co-chair and Democratic Sen. Chris Coons joins Dana. Plus, our panel previews what to expect from New Hampshire’s all-important primary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First Jake goes one-on-one with GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis, who responds to the final Des Moines Register poll showing him trailing significantly behind Trump and Haley ahead of the Iowa caucuses. Jake presses DeSantis on what a third place finish in Iowa would mean for the rest of his campaign and asks DeSantis if he underestimated Trump’s grip on the Republican Party. Next, Jake interviews Vermont Independent Senator Bernie Sanders about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and his push to restrict US military support for Israel. They also discuss US strikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen and how Biden’s handling of the situation in the Middle East will impact Biden’s support among young voters in the election. After, CNN Senior Political commentator David Axelrod and former Maryland Republican Governor Larry Hogan join Jake to preview what they think will happen in the GOP Iowa caucuses. Then, our panel breaks down the Des Moines Register Iowa poll and what the outcome of the caucuses could mean for the rest of the GOP primary. Finally, Jake digs into Trump’s most brazen argument in the January 6 case against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, with just a week to go to the Iowa Caucuses, Donald Trump is dominating the political conversation with wild and outlandish comments. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins Jake to discuss whether he plans to endorse any of Trump's 2024 rivals, the GOP's embrace of January 6 conspiracy theories, and his efforts to rally American support for Israel three months after the October 7 attacks. Then, facing political headwinds, President Biden tries to refocus the race on Donald Trump. As Biden heads to the key state of South Carolina, can he solidify support with the voters he needs to win re-elections? South Carolina Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn joins Jake to discuss. Finally, the panel joins Jake to preview the final stretch before the Iowa Caucuses and the state of Biden's campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, with two weeks until the first votes of the 2024 election, Nikki Haley is still cleaning up her comments about the cause of the Civil War. How will she fare in New Hampshire? Governor of New Hampshire Chris Sununu, who is backing Nikki Haley, joins Dana exclusively. Then, the special counsel argues that former President Donald Trump does not have immunity as another state attempts to strike him from the ballot. Will the Supreme Court agree with this argument and weigh in to remove Trump from the ballot? Former January 6th Committee Member Rep. Jamie Raskin is here exclusively to share his thoughts. And, there is a new epidemic this holiday season: isolation. Could our nation’s problems be caused by our people growing more and more lonely? Democratic Senator Chris Murphy joins Dana to discuss. Plus, the panel joins Dana to talk about the politics of the Iowa caucuses now just 15 days away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, wildfires, hurricanes, extreme heat, 2023 was the year the world woke up to the climate change threat. What have we learned and what will next year look like? Chief Scientist Katharine Hayhoe joins Jake on the show to discuss our options. Next, World leaders agree to transition away from fossil fuels, the chief driver of the climate crisis. But with loopholes in the agreement, is it enough? Former Vice President Al Gore is ahead. Then, as Governments around the world struggle to combat climate change, what role does Wall Street have to play? Who's got the money and how much will it take to help our climate? I'll get the thoughts of the multi-billionaire American investor Ray Dalio who is focused on climate change. Plus, are skeptical Republicans starting to change their minds on climate change? Our Panel of Congress speakers will take a look at the numbers and see what's causing this shift and what GOP officials might be willing to work with Democrats on to address this crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, with just a month until the Iowa caucuses, Donald Trump is quoting dictators such as Vladimir Putin and attacking immigrants. Will any of that matter, or will he still be his party's de facto nominee in a month's time? Jake asks Republican Presidential candidate Chris Christie.   Then, polls flash more warning signs for President Biden as he makes his case for re-election. Could a potential new compromise in Congress hurt him and his party even more? Democratic Senator Joe Manchin, who is considering challenging Biden next year, joins Jake.   And, Israel reels after its troops mistakenly kill 3 of its own hostages waving a white flag. Will that change the way Israel is waging war in Gaza and impact crucial support from the United States?   Finally, new polling shows one of Trump’s rivals closing the gap in a key state. Is he facing a real threat? The panel joins Jake to break it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, a split over foreign aid divides Congress as world pressure grows over the civilian death toll in Gaza. Does the Biden administration have any conditions in its support for Israel in the war? US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is next. Next, President Joe Biden takes the fight directly to Donald Trump. Trump looks to cement his hold on the GOP. What would a second Trump term look like? Top Trump ally Republican Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio is ahead. Plus, world leaders meet to confront the climate crisis and consider phasing out fossil fuels. But will they go far enough? Former US Vice President Al Gore joins me exclusively. And, a new poll has Nikki Haley up double digits in a hypothetical matchup against President Joe Biden. We’ll dig into what's behind those numbers with our panel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, after Hamas breaks the 7 day truce, Israel steps up attacks on Southern Gaza. The US responds with a careful warning but how will Israel respond? South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham joins Dana to discuss. Then, as progressives split with President Biden concerning the war and other priorities, how might this impact Biden's re-election effort? Progressive Caucus Chairwoman Pramila Jayapal joins Dana exclusively. Plus, with the Iowa Caucuses only 6 weeks away, Donald Trump aims to flip the script. Will anyone challenge him? Our panel will discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Dana is joined by US Israeli Ambassador Michael Herzog amid questions about the remaining hostages and the future of the temporary truce between Hamas and Israel.   Then, with some hostages finally being released and able to reunite with their loved ones, Dana is joined by the family of some hostages who were freed this as part of the deal between Israel and Hamas. Then, more Israeli hostages are set to come home if the shaky pause in the Israel-Hamas war holds another day. What are we learning about the release of Americans? National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan joins Dana. Also, President Biden touts the Israel-Hamas truce, but what happens when the four days are up? US Senator Chris Murphy joins Dana exclusively. Plus, as foreign policy dominates US politics, one Republican candidate makes his case. Is there an alternative approach to taking on Trump? Dana is joined by 2024 Republican Presidential Candidate Chris Christie to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer joins Jake to discuss the state of negotiations to free hostages being held by Hamas. Next, with just 2 months until voters weigh-in, a new Iowa rivalry heats up. Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis is all in on Iowa, but will it pay off? Then, Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin talks to Jake about growing calls from Democrats for a ceasefire in Gaza. They also discuss a Colorado judge's ruling that former President Trump "engaged in insurrection" on January 6. Finally, facing political headwinds, President Joe Biden ramps up his attacks on former President Donald Trump. Will these criticisms be enough to sway voters opinions? Our panel is here to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
First, Dana talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his first CNN interview since the Israel-Hamas war began. Dana presses him on growing pressure for Israel to limit civilian casualties, the effort to free the hostages being held by Hamas, and his refusal to take responsibility for the October 7 attacks.   Then, with US President Joe Biden expressing frustration at Israel’s reluctance to implementing humanitarian pauses inside Gaza and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken saying more needed to be done to keep civilians safe, Dana speaks with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to discuss the shift from the US in its approach to its close ally Israel.    Next, Dana sits down with RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel to discuss her party’s disappointing election results and whether Republicans need to take a new approach to the abortion debate.   Finally, former Obama senior adviser David Axelrod and former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan join Dana to discuss a huge political week, including Sen. Joe Manchin’s announcement he won’t be seeking re-election in 2024, the possibility of a Trump/Biden rematch and how the third-party presidential lane could get crowded in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Comments (47)

John Walsh

Boycotting CNN for promoting Trump and fascis

May 10th
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John Walsh

Expose the Republicans taking blood money from the gun lobby.

Apr 2nd
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R P

Scott Jenning's true expertise is as a gas lighter extraordinaire. There's no way in hell that he believes half the crap he says. The garbage he spews with a straight face would make Pinocchio blush.

Jan 15th
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C muir

softball questions

Oct 18th
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Pete Jackson King

Bash is not just her name! I quit listening when Madame Speaker stopped talking

Jun 14th
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Pete Jackson King

Keep trying Dana. Nancy is used to rude people like you.

Jun 14th
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Pete Jackson King

Manchin is a cosponsor on the FOR THE PEOPLE ACT!!

Jun 14th
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Pete Jackson King

I LOVE NANCY PELOSI!! YOU GO LADY! GET EM!!!

Jun 14th
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Philly Burbs

I'm sick of Pelosi

Jun 13th
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Pete Jackson King

Hate crimes were UP last year, NOT DOWN!!!

Mar 14th
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Pete Jackson King

Ya just keep pushing that "progressive wing". NEWS FLASH!! THEY DIDN'T WIN EITHER!!

Feb 22nd
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Eliza Howarth

Again with "but".

Jan 31st
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Eliza Howarth

Again, she starts her sentence with "But..."; I don't think she understands what he just said.

Jan 31st
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Eliza Howarth

why is Dana usurping the place of a GOP negotiator instead of listening to the expert guest? She misses the point, intent on "drilling down" on behalf of plan opponents, forcing him to repeat himself.

Jan 31st
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Eliza Howarth

where is Jake? ☹

Jan 31st
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Eliza Howarth

Dana Bash? ☹

Jan 24th
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Pete Jackson King

McMaster, "I don't want to get political." Goes about bashing China for the virus. THAT is part of the problem! Bash the media. Then go about pushing a Republikkklan agenda! BOOOOOO!!

Jan 18th
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Pete Jackson King

STFU Manchin!!

Jan 11th
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Pete Jackson King

WHY would we listen to a Republikkklan?! They wanted to impeach Hillary when she held no public office!!

Jan 11th
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Zig Stardust

why the fuck do you Rick Sanitation on still...come on people FFS!

Nov 2nd
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