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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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Trump advisor: “we have a playbook now” Jun 14, 2023

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Did Donald Trump just publicly admit to the very crimes he was arrested for a mere few hours after he was arrested and arraigned? Plus, an up close look at the front lines of Ukraine’s counteroffensive and the items Ukrainian troops say are key to defeating the Russians. Also, if inflation is supposedly easing, why does it seem like every trip to the grocery store is getting more expensive?

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Trump pleads not guilty to all 37 charges Jun 13, 2023

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Donald Trump leaves the Miami courthouse after pleading not guilty to all 37 counts in the indictment related to his alleged handling of classified documents. The indictment makes him the first former president in the history of the United States to be a criminal defendant in a federal prosecution. This may be one of several indictments Donald Trump may face in the coming weeks, such as his efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia and his role in January 6th. CNN provides in-depth analysis and detailed coverage of this momentous event.

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Sources: mounting security concerns from law enforcement officials ahead of Trump arraignment Jun 12, 2023

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Former President Donald Trump has arrived in Florida for his court date. Tomorrow, he will be the first person to have held that office to be arraigned on federal criminal charges. This as growing concerns emerge from law enforcement about Trump supporters amassing at the courthouse. Plus, one of the busiest highways in America shuts down in both directions after a section of I-95 collapses in Philadelphia.

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Federal indictment of Trump and an aide unsealed in classified docs probe Jun 09, 2023

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The federal indictment against former President Donald Trump and one of his associates has been unsealed. Trump now faces 31 counts related to his handling of national defense documents after he left the presidency. His aide, Walt Nauta, faces six counts, including several obstruction- and concealment-related charges. Special counsel Jack Smith said his office will seek a "speedy trial" while urging Americans to read the indictment to understand the "gravity of the crimes charged."

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Supreme Court backs Alabama black voters Jun 08, 2023

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A majority of the Supreme Court has ordered Alabama to redraw their states' congressional map to allow an additional black majority congressional district, giving more opportunities for minority voters to elect the representative of their choice. Also, Donald Trump has been told he’s a target of a federal investigation ahead of what could be his next legal fight. Plus, major cities in the U.S. are elevating their alert as the air quality is getting worse.

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One-on-one with GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie Jun 07, 2023

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Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie joins to discuss why he’s running for president and why Donald Trump has disqualified himself from the White House. Plus, from Canada all the way down to the Carolinas, thick and hazy wildfire smoke is engulfing much of the east coast. Also, a look at Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in golf, boxing, and entertainment.

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Ukraine blames Russia for critical dam collapse Jun 06, 2023

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An explosion destroys a dam in Ukraine with devastating flooding and now thousands of people are being evacuated as Ukraine and Russia blame each other for the apparent sabotage. Then, how the drained pool and a flooded server room at Mar-a-Lago could play into the investigation of Trump’s handling of classified documents. Also, Prince Harry is fighting two legal battles. One case is in the United Kingdom against a British newspaper and the other is a case here in the United States which you may not have heard about yet.

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Trump on Pence in race: “I wish him a lot of luck” Jun 05, 2023

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Military fighter jets go supersonic when a private plane doesn’t respond while flying near the nation’s Capitol. Also, Apple just released a virtual reality headset which costs thousands of dollars. What are people using it for and who is going to pay the cost? Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence just filed paperwork to officially declare his candidacy for president as Chris Christie is expected to also enter the race. Then, Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) and Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) join to discuss the significance of a Ukrainian counteroffensive and a new bill to help Afghan allies.

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DOJ won’t seek charges in Pence docs probe Jun 02, 2023

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Two sources say Donald Trump’s attorneys have not found the classified document described by Trump on the audiotape federal prosecutors got a hold of, even after a subpoena. This as the Justice Department closes its investigation into the possible mishandling of classified documents found at former Vice President Mike Pence's home. Then, a Texas man reaches out to police to tell them that he killed two people. Now, investigators say he’s a suspected serial killer who may be behind a dozen other murders. Plus, the nation’s fastest growing city is now limiting new housing construction because it is running out of a key resource: water.

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Trump’s ex-attorney discusses classified docs case Jun 01, 2023

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Donald Trump is on the campaign trial in Iowa and just weighed in on CNN’s reporting that the special counsel has a recording of Trump acknowledging that he kept classified material after leaving the White House. Trump’s former attorney joins to discuss. Plus, new federal election interference charges are filed against a Republican state lawmaker candidate accused of shooting his gun at the homes of several Democratic officials.

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