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CNN Political Briefing

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

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Biden Balances Jobs Report & Recession Fears Oct 07, 2022

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Poll after poll shows voters have the economy and inflation at the top of their minds, so the White House is eager to tout any good news on that front - and downplay pessimistic forecasts. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the state of the economy with the latest jobs report and what that means for the Federal Reserve’s inflation fight. All this while gas prices are on the rise at a terrible time for Democrats.

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Herschel Walker Doubles Down on Denials Oct 06, 2022

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Georgia’s Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker continues to double down on his denial of reporting from the Daily Beast around an alleged abortion. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the new allegations, his responses, and how Walkers’ Republican allies are navigating this controversy. Plus, CNN has new polling highlighting key races in Nevada and Arizona.

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Biden & DeSantis Put Politics Aside for Florida Oct 05, 2022

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In the wake of Hurricane Ian, President Joe Biden and Governor Ron DeSantis have put their political differences aside today during Biden’s Florida visit. CNN’s Chris Cillizza explains the two leaders’ fraught relationship and how Florida’s recovery efforts are going so far.

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GOP Leaders Rally Around Herschel Walker Oct 04, 2022

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Georgia GOP Senate candidate Herschel Walker is denying an allegation that he paid for a girlfriend’s abortion 13 years ago. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how Republicans are standing by him, while Democrats are largely muted on the issue. This race in Georgia could ultimately decide which party controls the Senate.

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Supreme Court Starts New Term Oct 03, 2022

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The Supreme Court’s next term starts today with a new justice on the bench and a docket full of consequential cases. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the oral arguments the court heard today and the cases it’ll hear later in the term, including disputes that involve race, environmental policies, and voting laws. This comes as Americans have a record level of distrust in the judicial branch and the Supreme Court.

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Trump Faces Investigations on Several Fronts Sep 30, 2022

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Between Florida, New York, and Washington DC, multiple investigations by lawmakers and federal and state officials have one thing in common: former President Donald Trump. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the latest with the January 6 House select committee, the Mar-a-Lago documents case, and the New York Attorney General’s civil case against Trump and his children.

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Biden Admin Sued for Student Debt Relief Plan Sep 29, 2022

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The Biden administration is being sued for its plan to forgive a certain amount of federal student loan debt for those who qualify. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how the Biden administration is prepping for the relief process, and the political implications behind it.

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Senate Moves on Electoral Count Act Reform Sep 28, 2022

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is on board with a Senate bill that would make it harder to overturn a certified presidential election. The legislation comes in response to former President Donald Trump’s efforts to challenge the 2020 results. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the bill, and how it differs from a House version of the legislation.

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Congress Moves Closer to Funding Bill After Manchin Hiccup Sep 27, 2022

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A possible government shutdown is hanging over Congress once again. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how a proposal from Senator Joe Manchin almost held up the bill.

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New Revelations Ahead of Jan 6. Hearing Sep 26, 2022

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The January 6th House Select Committee returns this week with another public hearing, but it will likely be the last one. CNN’s Chris Cillizza explains some recent developments ahead of the hearing, including revealing text messages and a mysterious phone call. Plus, Committee Vice Chair Liz Cheney made some direct comments about the former president over the weekend.

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