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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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20 Countries Confirm Cases of Omicron Dec 01, 2021

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20 nations have have now identified cases of the new coronavirus variant, “Omicron," which is already having an impact on the global economy. Top US public health experts lay out what we do and still do not know about this new strain as we learn details from the very first patients.

Former President Donald Trump’s Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, is now cooperating with House insurrection investigators. What does he know?

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US Faces New Variant & Supply Chain Shortages Nov 30, 2021

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Americans are paying higher prices on everything from groceries to gasoline as inflation continues to rise. President Biden hosted a group of CEOs at the White House to discuss ways to make sure shelves are fully stocked and prices are reasonable as holiday shopping ramps up.

Earlier today the President addressed the new coronavirus variant, "Omicron", saying this new strain first detected in South Africa is “cause for concern, not a cause for panic.” Chief Medical Advisor to the President Anthony Fauci joins to address the United States plan to fight the new variant.

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Ahmaud Arbery Killing: All Three Men Guilty Of Murder Nov 24, 2021

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The jury has arrived at their verdict for the three men involved in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery: guilty. Crowds gathered outside the courthouse chanting Arbery's name, saying, "We've got justice." There were screams of relief and yelling when the first verdict was read.

A survey from the American Farm Bureau Federation states holiday meals will cost 14% more this year due to more Americans expected to cook at home as well as economic disruptions.

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"Unite The Right" Organizers Liable For $26 Million Nov 23, 2021

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A jury has awarded more than $26 million in damages after finding the White nationalists who organized and participated in a violent 2017 rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, liable on a state conspiracy claim and other claims.

The jury in the murder trial of Ahmaud Arbery began deliberating today on the charges facing Travis McMichael, his father Gregory McMichael and their co-defendant William "Roddie" Bryan Jr.

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Defense Gives Closing Arguments In Ahmaud Arbery Murder Trial Nov 22, 2021

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The defense delivered their final arguments today in the trial of Gregory McMichael, Travis McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan Jr., the three men charged with murder in the death of Ahmaud Arbery. Defense attorney Jason Sheffield filed for a mistrial over protests outside the courthouse.

The suspect in Sunday's fatal parade incident in Waukesha, Wisconsin has been identified at Darrell Brooks. Five people were killed and more than 40 were injured when a vehicle drove into a Christmas parade Sunday afternoon, city officials said.

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Kyle Rittenhouse Found Not Guilty On All Counts Nov 20, 2021

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The jury handed in their verdict today in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial: not guilty on all five counts. President Biden later commented that he stands by the verdict and that he believes the United States jury system works.

The House passed President Biden’s $1.9 trillion Build Back Better Act which would expand social services for Americans, work to mitigate the climate crisis, and increase access to health care and aid to families and children. Today’s House vote marks a major victory for Democrats even as the legislation faces a tough road in the Senate.

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Defense Rests In Ahmaud Arbery Trial Nov 19, 2021

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The man who shot unarmed black jogger Ahmaud Arbery took the stand today as prosecutors tried to punch holes in his story. Travis McMichael, his father Gregory McMichael and their neighbor William Bryan Jr. face charges including malice and felony murder in the death of Arbery.

New revelations are sparking scrutiny over a controversial document known as the Steele Dossier nearly five years after it first made headlines. Written by a retired British spy, the dossier claimed Donald Trump and his campaign had ties to Russia. Now, we know the dossier got a lot wrong.

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House Censures GOP Rep. Gosar Over Violent Video Nov 18, 2021

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Lawmakers on Capitol Hill passed a censure resolution largely along party lines for Republican congressman Paul Gosar of Arizona after he posted an anime video depicting him kill Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and attack President Biden. This will be the first time in more than ten years the House has taken this most severe form of punishment. Now, Gosar will be removed of his committee assignments.

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Build Back Better Faces Hurdles Nov 16, 2021

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President Biden wraps up the first stop of his infrastructure bill road tour in New Hampshire selling his legislative accomplishment. Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Rep. Pramila Jayapal joins to discuss how the infrastructure law will impact public transit and how Biden’s Build Back Better act will affect childcare, drug costs, and more. With the independent Congressional Budget Office yet to provide an official scoring of the bill, some moderate votes are still uncertain.

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Defense Delivers Closing Argument In Rittenhouse Trial Nov 16, 2021

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CNN airs the closing arguments of the Kyle Rittenhouse trial live on the final day before the jury begins deliberations. The defense argued Kyle acted in self-defense, was not looking for trouble, and that his actions are protected under Wisconsin law.

President Biden signs his $1.2 trillion infrastructure package at the South Lawn of the White House with congressional members of both parties in attendance.

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