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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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Southwest Airlines cancels 2,500+ flights today, 2,000+ tomorrow Dec 28, 2022

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Six days in and Southwest Airlines has canceled more than 15,000 flights as the company’s stock is taking a hit. Then, new details are emerging about the final days of the Trump administration. A witness told the January 6th committee that Donald Trump’s chief of staff regularly burned documents. Plus, why celebrities and social media are driving a shortage of a life-saving diabetes drug.

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Southwest Airlines meltdown strands thousands of passengers Dec 27, 2022

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Another disastrous day for Southwest Airlines as it cancels more than 2,500 flights for the second day in a row. Executives say they’ll need to cancel many more tomorrow. Then, Republican Congressman-elect George Santos admits he lied about major parts of his resume, but wait until he explains his Jewish heritage claims. Also, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been placed on concussion protocol hours after playing an entire game.

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“Historic” storm kills at least 49 people in nine states Dec 26, 2022

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More than two dozen people are dead from the horrific blizzard that slammed Erie County, New York over the holiday weekend. Some dying in snow buried cars, other in homes with no power. Conditions are so bad rescuers needed rescuing. The storm has caused more than 3,000 flights to be cancelled. Plus, how a toy and a car led police to find a kidnapped baby.

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Jan 6 committee: Trump & allies made “at least 200” attempts to overturn election Dec 24, 2022

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The January 6th select committee released its final report which spelled out why in their view Donald Trump is solely responsible for the Capitol riot. Also, a historic and sadly deadly winter storm has left over a million Americans without power as more than 4,000 flights are cancelled. Plus, more Iranians fear a new wave of executions engineered to crush protests.

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Hutchinson testified she felt pressured by Trump-aligned lawyer Dec 23, 2022

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As the release of the January 6th select committee’s final report still looms, former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson said she was pressured to not talk to the committee by her lawyer. Also, the Taliban suspends university education for women in Afghanistan. Then, China struggles to maintain a Covid-19 outbreak after easing restrictions. Plus, a major winter storm is causing travel delays for millions across the United States.

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Patriot defense system part of $1.85B aid package for Ukraine Dec 22, 2022

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President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Biden hold a joint press conference live at the White House and discuss Ukraine’s fight against Russia. Sen. Jack Reed of the Armed Services Committee joins beforehand to discuss what he wants to hear from Zelensky and if he’s worried about backlash from Russia.

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U.S. border cities struggle with new surge of migrant crossings Dec 21, 2022

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Will the Biden administration proceed with plans to lift a border policy which allowed the government to expel immigrants quickly? Plus, plans are underway for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenky to visit the White House tomorrow. Also, TikTok responds to calls to ban the app over security concerns.

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January 6 committee refers Trump to DOJ Dec 20, 2022

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Congress has referred Donald Trump to the Justice Department on four criminal charges surrounding the events of January 6th. Rep. Elaine Luria of the January 6th select committee joins to answer how the committee reached this conclusion as Republicans, including Mike Pence, react to the referrals. Plus, a deadline is quickly approaching on the border as more migrants line up to cross to the U.S.

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Ukraine PM: Russia’s goal is to cut off lights, water, heat in Ukraine Dec 17, 2022

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Ukraine’s prime minister says that Russia’s goal is to target key infrastructure after Ukraine intercepted a new barrage of strikes. Also, Twitter suddenly suspends the accounts of several journalists, including CNN’s own Donie O’Sullivan. Plus, days before they draft their final report, multiple sources tell CNN the January 6th select committee is considering asking the Justice Department to pursue multiple criminal charges against Donald Trump.

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Lawmakers running out of time to avoid government shutdown Dec 16, 2022

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Only one day left to reach a deal as the Senate hits a snag over federal spending. Also, in a very first interview, the U.S. Capitol police sergeant who was beaten by rioters on January 6th joins to discuss why he's now resigning from his job. Plus, more governors are banning TikTok on government devices.

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