CNN Political Briefing

Early voting is underway in many states across the US, as political juggernauts do what they can for their parties in this final stretch. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what former Vice President Mike Pence is up to on the campaign trail, and how President Biden is trying to energize younger voters. Plus, we break down how some candidates and county election officials who’ve denied the 2020 election results are baselessly sowing distrust in the upcoming elections.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new ad hit the airwaves in Georgia from incumbent Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock’s campaign attacking GOP nominee Herschel Walker's abortion-funding allegations. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains the Warnock campaign’s calculus, and why you won’t hear Warnock himself go there. Plus, President Joe Biden is visiting Pennsylvania with the state’s Senate candidate alongside him, and Arizona is dealing with potential voter intimidation.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With less than a month until the midterms, votes are being cast and President Biden is using the bully pulpit. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains how Biden is trying to reassure voters about the economy this week and fire up the base. Plus, we break down some early voting stats and give an update on Pennsylvania Democratic Senate nominee John Fetterman’s health.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From debates to the ads hitting the airwaves, you can tell the midterms are right around the corner. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down debate highlights from Ohio, Utah, and Georgia, along with a recent Pennsylvania ad - and what they say about some of those candidates’ strategies. Plus, President Joe Biden makes a policy pitch to voters he hopes will help his party keep the House and Senate.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Election Day approaches, recent polls show that when it comes to issues voters care about most, Republicans seem to have the upper hand. CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down what those issues are and key debates to watch tonight. You’ll also hear the latest on the pivotal Senate race in Georgia, where early voting starts today.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The midterm elections are heating up – and both sides are honing their campaign messages. CNN’s Chris Cillizza breaks down the latest ads and developments in key races, and what issues the two parties are mainly focused on.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The January 6 House select committee voted to subpoena former President Donald Trump for documents and testimony for its investigation into the Capitol riot in its last hearing before the midterms. CNN’s Chris Cillizza breaks down new evidence the panel argues proves Trump was directly involved in the bid to overturn the 2020 election, complete with a premeditated plan to declare victory no matter the election result.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden addressed several topics in a wide-ranging, exclusive interview with CNN. From recession fears to the war in Ukraine, CNN Political Director David Chalian breaks down the interview’s highlights and a new CNN/SSRS poll that gives insight into how Americans think Biden is doing as president – both overall and on certain issues.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Republican party is making clear, with visits and funds, that it’s behind Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker as he navigates abortion allegations. CNN Political Director David Chalian explains who was by Walker’s side today, and where money is being spent in the race for – and against –Walker. Plus, Vice President Mike Pence endorses another candidate in a key race. And in Ohio, the Senate candidates faced off in a fiery debate last night. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s about four weeks to go until election day in the US – Republican candidates are focused on the economy and inflation, while Democrats have focused largely on abortion rights. CNN Political Director David Chalian zooms out and explains the electorate, the campaign strategies and the roles two leaders from opposite parties will play in the final days ahead. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices