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State of the Union

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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Latest Episodes:

Interview with Arizona Senator Jeff Flake; Interview with former Georgia gov. candidate Stacey Abrams; Panel discussions with New Members of Congress Deb Haaland, Dan Crenshaw, and Chrissy Houlahan; State of the Cartoonion: HQ2 Hunger Games Nov 18, 2018

Show notes

Jake talks to Arizona Senator Jeff Flake about the CIA assesment that the Saudi Crown Prince likely ordered the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, the Mueller investigation, and his potential 2020 presidential run. Jake is then joined by former Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams to discuss her allegations of voter suppression and her next steps in politics. Next, Jake speaks with three new members of the congress, New Mexico Democrat Deb Haaland, Texas Republican Dan Crenshaw, and Pennsylvania Democrat Chrissy Houlahan regarding civility in politics, Trump's decision to not visit the Arlington cemetery on Veteran's Day, and their opinion on Nancy Pelosi as leader of the house. Then, our panel of Richard Ojeda, Michael Caputo, Karine Jean-Pierre, and Amanda Carpenter join to discuss Trump's response to the fires in California, Republican Senator Cinde Hyde-Smith's recent rhetoric, and the direction of the democratic party in 2020. Finally, on this week's State of the Cartoonion, Jake depicts the measures states took in order to secure their city as the new amazon headquarters and who came out on top.

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Interview with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer; Interview with National Republican Senatorial Committee Cory Gardner; Interview with top House judiciary Democrat Jerry Nadler; How Trump's wild week is breaking from the norm Nov 11, 2018

Show notes

First, Jake talks Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer about the ongoing recounts in Florida, healthcare, and future of democratic party. Jake spars with the chairman on the NRSC, Senator Gory Gardner, over claims of voter fraud in Florida and Arizona. Next, Jake speaks to the expected head of the House Judiciary Committee, Rep. Jerry Nadler about the appointment of Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general and the possibility of impeachment proceedings against President Trump. Next, our panel of Rep. Cheri Bustos, Rick Santorum, Mike Rogers, and Nina Turner joins to discuss President Trump's treatment of reporters and possible racist rhetoric, the Florida recount, and more.

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Interview with Georgia Democratic candidate for Governor Stacey Abrams; Interviews with RNC chair Ronna McDaniel and DNC chair Tom Perez ahead of Tuesday's election; Plus: key races to watch on Tuesday Nov 04, 2018

Show notes

First, Jake talks to Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams about Trump's attacks on her, health-care policy, gun control, and the investigation launched by her opponent into the Georgia Democratic Party for hacking. Jake is then joined by the Chair of the Republican Committee Ronna McDaniel to discuss immigration and Trump's rhetoric. Next, Jake speaks to Chair of the Democratic National Committee, Tom Perez about the economy and the domestic abuse allegations against his deputy chair, Keith Ellison. Next, our panel of Van Jones, Rick Santorum, Mary Katherine Ham, Jennifer Granholm joins to discuss the upcoming midterm elections and campaign tactics.

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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 Oct 28, 2018

Show notes

First, 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 Anthony Scaramucci about the role of Trump's rhetoric in the events this week. Then, our panel of Amanda Carpenter, Nina Turner, David Urban, and Jonathan Weisman joins to discuss the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting and the way Trump has handled the events this week and anti-Semitism in general. Finally, after a shooting literally in Mr. Roger's neighborhood, we leave you with an evergreen message from Mr. Rogers.

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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 Oct 21, 2018

Show notes

Live 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 panel of Attorney General Pam Bondi, Representative Ted Deutch, Representative Matt Gaetz, and Symone Sanders joins to discuss the upcoming governor's race in Florida and the public protesting of politicians. Finally, in this week's State of the Cartoonion, Jake explores some of the art Donald Trump has... or would... commission for the White House.

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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 Oct 14, 2018

Show notes

First, 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 thoughts on the upcoming elections. Finally, in this week's State of the Cartoonion, Jake takes a look at how the feud between Kanye West and Taylor Swift... may lead to the West Wing?

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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 Oct 07, 2018

Show notes

First, 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 trip outside of the US and her comments on Kavanaugh.

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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? Sep 23, 2018

Show notes

In 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 her allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Finally, in this week's State of the Cartoonion, Jake depicts how Donald Trump is "Making America Read Again."

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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. Sep 16, 2018

Show notes

In 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 Kavanaugh. Next, our panel of Democratic Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, Mary Katharine Ham, Marc Short, and Karine Jean-Pierre joins to discuss the Manafort deal and the midterm elections. Finally, Jake gives his thoughts regarding President Trump's trouble with the truth.

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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' Sep 02, 2018

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Guest 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 McCain, Kavanaugh's potential decisive vote on Roe v. Wade, and the Mueller investigation.

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