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The Lead with Jake Tapper

CNN’s lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren’t found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.

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Ukrainian Foreign Minister: “Hit Russia’s Economy Now And Hit It Hard” Feb 23, 2022

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President Biden punishes Vladimir Putin with economic sanctions and Biden is warning there is worse to come if Putin takes even more of Ukraine. Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper joins to answer if Biden’s sanctions will stop Putin from annexing the entire Donbas.

Plus, gas prices are already soaring. Now, the Russia and Ukraine crisis could send even more prices surging.

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Putin Recognizes Parts Of Ukraine As Independent States Feb 21, 2022

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Russian President Vladimir Putin just ordered Russian troops into two separatist pro-Moscow regions in eastern Ukraine. This afternoon Putin signed documents officially recognizing two parts of Ukraine as independent territories.

Then, health officials are discussing the timing of a possible fourth dose of the vaccine. Will a Covid-19 booster be the new flu shot?

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State Department: Russia Already Carrying Out False Flag Operations Feb 19, 2022

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President Biden is expected to make remarks this hour as the State Department says Russia is already carrying out false flag operations and a source calls the outlook bleak.

Plus, the news a lot of parents do not want to hear as new clues emerge for why vaccines for children under 5 have been delayed and what scientists need to know moving forward.

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Ukrainian Armed Forces Report Shellfire In Donbas Region Feb 18, 2022

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America’s top diplomat today laid out how Russia could lie to try to justify going into Ukraine. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said it might be a mass grave or a fake chemical attack or a staged drone strike. Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William Taylor joins to discuss the looming threat of war.

Also, two teenagers, one white, one black, got into a fight in a New Jersey mall. Why was only the black teenager thrown to the ground and handcuffed by police?

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U.S. & NATO: No Proof Of Russian Pullback Despite Kremlin Claims Feb 17, 2022

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The Russian government claims it is starting a troop drawdown. But, does one quick Russian government video constitute sufficient proof? What the White House is now saying about Vladimir Putin’s plans to possibly invade Ukraine.

Plus, CDC guidance on masking is coming soon. But, is it too little loo late as states and cities are continuing to pursue their own policies?

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Nine Sandy Hook Families Agree to $73M Settlement With Gunmaker Feb 16, 2022

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An American first for an American problem after a gun maker is held legally liable for the Sandy Hook massacre where 26 first-graders and six adults were gunned down.

Plus, moments ago, President Biden saying there is plenty of room for diplomacy but if Russia invades Ukraine, all options are on the table. Our experts are standing by.

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A Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Could Affect The U.S. Economy Feb 15, 2022

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Since Russia is an energy superpower, gas prices could continue to rise if an invasion occurs leaving American consumers in the middle of this potential conflict. Plus, the U.S. is temporarily shutting down its embassy in Ukraine as the White House is getting briefed on an attack that could happen any day now.

A new study suggests Western California is experiencing its worst drought in at lest 1,200 years. The state is trying new ways to combat this climate crisis.

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WH: Russian Invasion Of Ukraine “Could Begin At Any Time” Feb 12, 2022

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The White House says we are now in an urgent situation with the possible Russian invasion of Ukraine imminent. The Biden administration is telling people to leave immediately saying Russia could launch an invasion in Ukraine at any moment.

Canadian lawmakers are trying to get things moving across the border as U.S. auto makers are being forced to use charter planes to get much needed parts to their American plants.

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Canadian Truckers Threaten U.S. Supply Chain Feb 11, 2022

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The trucker protests blocking several border crossings in Canada could be popping up in the U.S. in just a couple of days. What might this mean for the American economy?

The committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol says there’s a gap in Donald Trump’s phone records as the violence unfolded. What might Trump be hiding?

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Biden Denounces Florida GOP’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill As “Hateful” Feb 10, 2022

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President Biden denounced Florida Republicans for advancing a bill, which opponents call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, that bans certain discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom.

Are Democrats following the science or the polling? More and more blue states are lining up to ditch mask mandates as the CDC suggests it may be too soon.

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