The Lead with Jake Tapper

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Biden Campaigns Amid New Call To Withdraw From Race Jul 18, 2024

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Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) became the most prominent elected Democrat to publicly call on Biden to drop out of the presidential race. This as our panel of experts break down the latest from the third day of the Republican National Convention.

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Trump Officially Becomes GOP Nominee, Picks JD Vance As VP Jul 17, 2024

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On day two of the Republican National Convention, Eric Trump sits down for an interview to discuss the assassination attempt on his father, U.S. policy in Iran, if the head of the Secret service should resign, and more.

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Trump Selects Sen. JD Vance As VP Jul 16, 2024

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Live from the Republican National Convention, The Lead covers the latest in the Republican Party, from the latest analysis of the assassination attempt over the weekend to an in-depth look at Trump's vice presidential pick, Ohio Senator JD Vance.

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One-on-one With New British Prime Minster Jul 13, 2024

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Jake sits down with the brand new United Kingdom Prime Minster Keir Starmer to discuss the future of NATO, thoughts on the United States presidential election, and much more. Plus, right now, Democratic money is freezing up on President Biden.

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Biden To Hold Critical Solo News Conference Jul 12, 2024

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President Biden is expected at perhaps the most consequential news conference of his presidency tonight ahead of an avalanche of questions concerning the future of his campaign and if he’s fit for office. One of the latest House Democrats calling on Biden to drop out of the race joins to discuss. Plus, White House Advisor John Kirby speaks with Jake to answer what else Biden can achieve on the world stage while president.

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Biden Campaign To Brief Senate Dems At Special Meeting Tomorrow Jul 11, 2024

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Hollywood heavyweight and major Democratic fundraiser, George Clooney says he loves Joe Biden but the Democratic Party needs a new nominee. We look at who else is calling for Biden to step aside in the 2024 race. Plus, fraudulent electors from 2020 are set to have real jobs as delegates at next week’s GOP national convention.

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Democratic Lawmakers Appear Divided Over Biden Jul 10, 2024

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Democratic Senators hash it out behind closed doors to determine what their response will be to growing concerns over Biden’s presidential bid. With President Biden’s big NATO speech just minutes away, we look at what his message might be and what it might need to be. Also, Donald Trump returns to the campaign trail, pushing a watered down platform.

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Defiant Biden Insists He’s Committed To Staying In Race Jul 09, 2024

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A shouting match erupted inside the White House briefing room today as the press secretary faced blistering questions over President Biden’s health. This as Biden hits back at critics in a letter to congressional Democrats. Plus, from the Texas coast to major cities, Hurricane Beryl roars ashore and now millions are without power.

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Biden: “I Am Running And Going To Win Again” Jul 06, 2024

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President Biden rallies supporters in a key battleground state promising he is in this race for the long haul. Is that enough to calm the growing number of Democrats who want Biden off the ticket? Plus, a conservative plan lays out sweeping plans for a second Trump term. But, Trump now says he doesn’t even like some of it. What’s going on?

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Biden Vows To Stay In Race Despite Pressure From Some Dems Jul 04, 2024

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As concerns over Biden’s reelection bid grow, Biden told Democratic governors during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday that part of his plan going forward is to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. so that he can get more sleep, according to several sources. Plus, we take you inside the elections in England, including who looks to be the next UK prime minister.

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