The Lead with Jake Tapper

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Disabled Veteran Shares Emotional Story On Being Fired Feb 22, 2025

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On recess some Republicans got an earful from their constituents as Americans voice their concerns about a DOGE gone wild. Plus, a look at what went down in the courtroom with Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a UnitedHealthcare CEO.

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VP Vance On Inflation: It’ll Take Time Feb 21, 2025

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One of Trump’s most controversial picks, Kash Patel, has been confirmed by the Senate to head the FBI. Plus, an up close look at Iranian drones. Also, Trump is maintaining his inaccurate claim that Ukraine started the war with Russia.

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Trump Increases WH Control Of Independent Agencies Feb 20, 2025

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President Trump slaps Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with the title of “dictator” without applying the same label to Vladimir Putin. Plus, after some federal workers have been fired only to be rehired, what is going on with federal workers and who is overseeing the chaotic termination process?

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Trump’s Rush To Strike Deal Leaves Ukraine, Europe Scrambling Feb 19, 2025

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The United States and Russia just advanced their talks in how to end Russia’s war in Ukraine but they left out the leaders of Ukraine. Plus, who is really running DOGE? We examine what the Trump administration wrote in court filings about Elon Musk.

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Delta Plane Flips Upside Down At Toronto Airport Feb 18, 2025

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At least 18 people were injured after a plane crash at Canada’s Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Delta Air Lines flight with 80 people on board from Minneapolis ended upside down on the runway.

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Ukraine: Russian Drone Strikes Chernobyl Nuclear Plant Feb 15, 2025

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Vice President JD Vance delivers a speech few saw coming. He almost berated long time United States allies, accusing them of suppressing free speech and losing control of immigration. Plus, a seventh prosecutor on the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams quits.

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Trump Aims For Massive Reciprocal Tariffs Despite Inflation Concerns Feb 14, 2025

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President Trump announced his plan today for even more tariffs saying it will benefit the United States in the long run even if it hurts your wallet in the short term. We examine when you could see those spikes and those savings. European officials are warning about what a United States deal with Russia to end the war in Ukraine might entail.

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Trump Says Putin Agreed To Start Talks On Ukraine Feb 13, 2025

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President Trump dishes on his call with Russian President Vladimir Putin and then his call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Plus, the price of eggs is rising at a rate not seen in nearly a decade and that is not the only common item seeing a price hike.

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Fed Chair Takes Swipe At DOGE In Hearing Testimony Feb 12, 2025

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How far can the Trump administration go as the president engages in operation disruption? Plus, the battle between billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman, the head of the company OpenAI. Also, a look at this year’s flu season, the most severe in at least 15 years.

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Judge Extends Deadline For Federal Workers To Accept “Buyout” Offer Feb 11, 2025

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From layoffs to budget cuts, over and over judges are shutting Trump’s plan to overhaul the federal government. But, did his administration just hint at how it will push back? Plus, large protests in Israel after an announcement from Hamas.

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